The Rise of a Master: It Starts With Rejection

Chapter 1056

Hearing Andre's words, Felix asked, "And what if I had a way? One that guaranteed the royal family couldn't find me."

Andre smiled. "If you really do, Shepherd and I will help you put on a show."

Behind the wheel, Shepherd sighed. "Why drag me into this?"

"Stop complaining! After this failed attempt, the royal family will contact you. Am I right?"

Everyone in Martial City knew Shepherd valued profit above all else—at least to the ones in the car. Andre's words rang true.

"Fine. We'll put on a show. I'll be the good guy just for once," Shepherd agreed.

Deborah smirked. Playing the good guy? He simply saw better odds backing Felix than the overbearing royal family.

In Imperial City, Zayn's face darkened as he hung up the phone. "Ean! Have you heard? The six masters of Transcendent Realm failed. It feels like a nightmare."

Ean Palmer remained notably calmer, contemplating before speaking, "It seems Felix has multiple ways to save himself. Or perhaps Deborah arranged a hidden backup."

was certain. "What now? Should we make another attempt when he leaves

masters again

That old fox would kill his own mother for

so steady, Ean. That's a good plan. If we get Shepherd on board, three masters of Transcendent Realm

has another trump card capable of killing a

...

bright

Felix planned to grab a quick meal before meeting

ahead. The jewelry there seems great. I

right across the street, and the assassination had just begun. The royal family

own territory.

toward the restaurant and locked eyes with someone about

never imagined our first meeting in

you imagine it

here stirred no killing intent in Felix.