The Rise of a Master: It Starts With Rejection

Chapter 816

"We still can't confirm if he's really from the Bronze Age over 2000 years ago," Felix mumbled thoughtfully.

Everyone studied Benjamin carefully, finding it hard to believe. Yet, considering that his body had been used for ancient alchemical experiments by the greatest mystics of the time, it was not entirely impossible.

"I'm sure I'll have a way to verify it once we're back in Dragonia," Felix added confidently.

At dawn, Felix and Nala were set to return home while Selmer stayed behind. The plan was for Reagan to gather the Steele family that night, eliminate them all, and then return. They were not worried about the Elders' Council for now, as Felix's betrayal would not be discovered anytime soon. 2

"Thank you for everything," Felix said on the private jet, still feeling guilty about the night's

events.

"Don't mention it. I've already decided to pursue you, so helping you is only natural," Nala replied simply.

Felix frowned at her words. "A relationship between us is impossible. You should give up on that idea-business and personal matters should remain separate."

rejection. "It's okay,

in Gray City, Nala headed to the clinic while Felix went home. There, he found Averill waiting in the

your new follower? He looks quite impressive," Averill

showered and changed into new clothes,

of him. His name is Benjamin Stone, and..." Felix then proceeded

for a while. "Hold up, someone from over 2000 years ago? Are you and

and said seriously, "It's absolutely true. Take him to see Mr. Hoffman-I'm sure he can give us a definitive

did the right thing this time. Mr. Hoffman

he caught the scent of something delicious cooking, which made him realize how hungry he was. "Who's cooking?" he

Chapter 816

emerged from the inner room. "Oh Felix, you're back! Nala's cooking. With all the kitchen supplies

of Nala's status would be cooking. When the food was served, Billy shamelessly sat at the

back, Felix. This food smells amazing,"

a serious expression. "I sense dark energy around you. You'll soon be haunted by malevolent spirits." Felix rolled his eyes. "Get out of

sell you some protection talismans