The Rise of a Master: It Starts With Rejection

Chapter 877

As the sun began to set, Helena sat in a private room of the Drapetown restaurant, listening to her subordinate's report.

"Ms. Mooney, we'ye uncovered his background! Felix is quite something-he's connected to the Starfires in Astoria, supposedly the beloved grandson of one of Kyro's old friends. However, our Westerio Order's investigation suggests there's more-he's likely the Shadowstalker Emperor's illegitimate son."

Helena's eyes sparkled with interest as she laughed. "The Shadowstalker Emperor's son? Well, that explains everything. With Reagan's status in Astoria, it makes sense for the Starfires to step in as a cover to avoid scandal."

Her subordinate nodded in agreement. "This guy seems to be quite carefree and privileged, and his features suggest mixed heritage-likely between the Shadowstalker Emperor and someone from Dragonia.

"Apparently, he got bored in Astoria and decided to find the best Dragonian cuisine to franchise worldwide. Money really does allow for such whims."

"Would you look at that? My special recipes haven't just

ere. With the

Shadowstalker Emperor's support, everything would fall into place naturany." Helena had been thinking along the same

Felix-a wealthy, impulsive playboy with a weakness for beautiful women-under her control would make things infinitely

that's not something you need to concern yourself with. Though you're officially with the Westerio Order, your loyalty is to me now. Don't ask about things beyond your scope." Jesse Carlisle bowed quickly. "I apologize, Ms. Mooney.

much: Dragonia is different from other territories-it's full of hidden powers. "Unless absolutely necessary, neither he nor I can risk any contact, but

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been placed at the restaurant entrance, ensuring no other customers would

Helena's gaze with undisguised interest. "Open them! Let Ms. Mooney see what I've