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

one challenge remained-he had not found a single lead on the other two Dragonspines, despite having

on his own would be the quickest and give him the best odds of success. After the cultivation, Felix headed to Floral Wreath Boutique. He found Billy engaged in an eerily casual conversation with

about owing favors anymore. You've

somewhat sheepish. "Well, you enjoy when I owe you favors, and I need help. It's

you want? I'm running out of good

want more

that mysterious young man's ally, Felix figured he would need more spiritual weaponry. With just a small flute and being

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preparation couldn't hurt.

two memorial coins. "You're really pushing it! Keep these coins safe.

favors you owe

on! You're being stingy! How could you just give me two coins for two favors? I want

""Three coins."

"Five."