The Rise of a Master: It Starts With Rejection

Chapter 999

Felix never imagined he would one day be so close to Cordelia or even meet her. Truthfully, he was not mentally prepared for this.

From that video, it was clear the royal family despised him. If discovered, they would likely try every means to eliminate him. No wonder Nala had said that if he revealed his identity, he would need to stay by the Empress' side-otherwise, he'd be in danger.

"What's wrong?" As an experienced elder, Deborah immediately noticed Felix's

unease.

"Nothing's wrong. Please go ahead, Madam Goddard. I'm focusing on alchemy right now and would rather avoid any contact with the royal family."

Hearing this, Deborah did not question further. Felix had only recently arrived in Martial City and already faced trouble from both Jared and the Maximus family. Who knew whether dealing with the royal family would be a bad thing?

"Very well. We'll discuss this another time."

Sitting in his chair, Felix felt bitter. Learning that his parents had abandoned him to save his life made it impossible to maintain any real hatred. With these thoughts, he quickly picked up his medical book to distract himself.

advancement would require advanced pills.

create advanced pills. The

should head

morning at North City's border, Felix stood waiting

see him off, worry etched on her face. "Please

from being able to help Felix. This thought filled her with guilt,

traveling with

the city. The window rolled down, revealing a chubby young man with a smile that somehow seemed sleazy.

of your business!" Clearly, Laura knew the man, and she turned

You're like a lost puppy now. Others may not want you, but I can take you

warm my bed instead. That's better than wandering the streets without dignity, isn't

of Felix approaching. Before she could

Felix delivered

month ago, Felix might have ignored this. But now, there was no reason he should be wary of someone like this. He did not