The Rise of a Master: It Starts With Rejection

Chapter 821

Chapter 821

While looking into those bright eyes, Felix, who intended to brush things off, finally admitted it. "Yes, it's me." Xena waved her hand dismissively, silently telling him to leave.

Felix couldn't figure out what was going on in Xena's mind. He didn't know if Willow's letter affected her.

For some reason, Felix felt a sense of relief. He had done what he could-the rest didn't matter.

By the time he returned to Gray City, night had fallen. Nala greeted him, "Welcome back Come eat."

The timing was perfect, and Felix didn't question it since he was hungry. "Thank you."

After finishing his meal, Felix stopped Nala from doing the dishes. "You gave up everything to be with me. Is it truly out of love?"

a moment. "Not entirely. At the very least,

if she ignored Felix's abilities and

dare to show me your face. You should leave.

leave. To be honest, Felix was exhausted after dealing with Xena and Yvonne. He felt more at ease with

Nala removed the covering from her face. "I didn't let you see my face because I lacked the courage. But you're right. I've come

froze. He assumed the face behind the veil had to be

was different.

were covered in scars, spreading from beneath her eyes to the corners

mouth.

me now?" Nala lowered her gaze sadly. For a woman, exposing such a disfigured

these marks. Did something

trace of disgust from Felix, and her trembling stopped. "Yes. A

times. Even if the Shadow Mask can conceal a martial artist's traits, it cannot hide toxins

Nala smiled bitterly.