The Rise of a Master: It Starts With Rejection

Chapter 778

Felix was curious about what kind of strange occurrences would have the headquarters so short -staffed. "When do 1 leave?"

"Early the day after tomorrow. Since this is your first operation, I'll send someone to assist you. You'll still be in charge. I've sent the detalls to your phone," Xena said.

The call ended abruptly. Indeed, it was strictly business. He had to handle it properly since he had taken on this assignment, and this job was tied to the Dragonspine too. Felix immediately started reviewing the mission details. The village was called Pine Valley, tucked away in a remote mountainous region. The reported "strange occurrences" were just disappearing livestock. There were chickens, ducks, and sheep vanishing every few days. Felix had a strange look on his face after reading the information. How could livestock disappearing in a village near the mountains be considered strange? With dense forests around, weren't predators expected? Still, his opinions didn't matter if the headquarters thought it warranted investigation. He would have to see for himself.

his

The doorbell rang, though it was already quite late for visitors. To it was Willow. He quickly invited her in.

"I've been thinking it over. Though we haven't known each other long, I believe you're a good person. Perhaps what happened between you two was just a misunderstanding. I'm willing to trust you," she said. Felix felt relieved hearing this. "Thank you."

shook her head and continued seriously, Don't get your hopes up too high. This needs. to happen gradually. We communicate through letters,

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day at the clinic, Billy arrived almost right

here, Billy. Let me make you some tea." It seemed that Melissa's

had somehow impressed her

and headed for the door. "Nothing much.

but she did

doctor. You seem so busy. That way, the clinic could

into this nurse role, aren't

tongue, then suddenly remembered something and hurried