The Rise of a Master: It Starts With Rejection

Chapter 851

"A Dragonspine?" Felix stood there, totally stunned. "What's going on? Wasn't I supposed to get this after six months of service?"

Xena replied with a serious expression, "Now, you understand how crucial this mission is, don't you? They wouldn't have assigned it to you if it wasn't for the fact that Guneria already has intel on most of our elite agents.

"Thanks to the Chief Commander's endorsement, they decided to give you the Dragonspine early. It should boost your power significantly, right?"

Felix brightened up. "Yeah, absolutely. This definitely improves my chances."

Though Xena maintained a poker face, Felix caught the flash of concern in her eyes. He knew she was still wrestling with what happened to Sarah, and she just could not express her feelings to him.

But Felix did not press the issue. She needed to figure this out on her own, or it would all be a

waste.

As sunset approached, the headquarters sent over the Dragonspine. The fact that Hector personally delivered it spoke volumes about its importance.

to. We'll catch up next time." Hector was in a hurry. He left the Dragonspine with Felix and

the Dragonspine's power, Felix smiled. His enhanced abilities gave him an extra edge in security. But one challenge remained-he had

Maybe he would have to return and have that conversation with Billy, figure out if those dark omens were real. Still, searching on his own

you really don't care about owing favors anymore. You've got

enjoy when I owe you favors,

his lips. "So, what else do you want? I'm running

more

mysterious young man's ally, Felix figured he would need more spiritual weaponry. With just

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preparation couldn't hurt.

the back room and returned with two memorial coins. "You're really pushing it! Keep these coins safe. Light them up and play the flute in dangerous situations, and

two favors you

on! You're being stingy! How could you just give me

""Three coins."

"Five."