The Rise of a Master: It Starts With Rejection

Chapter 141.

Felix's expression turned rather peculiar when he heard those words. He did not reproach Dora for playing both sides. Instead, he was surprised that Xena would come all the way here because of him. Had she discovered something? "I don't plan on causing trouble for anyone. After all, I'm a law-abiding citizen."

Xena furrowed her brows. She stared at Felix for a long while before speaking again.

"That's for the best. You know very well how unworthy you are. You think I came here because I was worried about your safety? You're wrong! If it weren't for your contribution in finding the Grimflower last time, I wouldn't care about you at all." She turned and took a few steps, then looked back. "People like you need to know their place. Living an unsatisfactory life should be the least of your worries. If you lose your life, you won't even have the chance to regret it."

Felix smiled as he watched the car drive away. "It's better if you think that way."

He went to the neighboring villa and rang the doorbell.

Yvonne appeared. "Is there something you need?" she asked.

you free?"

"I bought some ingredients and wanted to invite you over for lunch. Are After a moment's hesitation, Yvonne nodded for some reason. "Alright. I'll be over in a bit!"

Ten minutes later, Yvonne had not shown up. Ernest arrived instead. "Mmm, it smells delicious! Felix, I had no idea you were such a good cook. Mind if I join you for lunch?"

Felix wanted to refuse. But after some thought, he realized this was the first time Ernest had reached out. How could he say no? Besides, he had already guessed that Ernest was the one secretly helping clear Phoenix Legion's name when they were framed. Otherwise, why would Xena get involved in such a small matter without Felix even asking?

"Sure."

Ernest immediately turned to Jairo beside him. "You can go eat on your own. No need to worry

about me."

If it were anyone else's place, Jairo would never leave Ernest's side. But Felix was different. If he had meant harm, he would not have saved Ernest in the first place. Plus, Felix was very strong, so Jairo felt comfortable leaving for a while,

As time passed, Ernest noticed that Felix was still cooking and blushed. "Oh, my! I've really gotten old. I can't read the room at all! You're clearly preparing food for someone since you're making so much food. I'll head back now and drop by another time."

1/2 Chapter 141

Getting on in years would often bring loneliness, and Ernest was no exception. His children were all busy with their own lives. Although Sherlyn had decided to come to Avesburgh to pursue Felix, she still needed to sort out company affairs before coming. This was why Ernest had come to visit.

"It's just a female friend, Ernest. It's no trouble if you stay. Trust me. Otherwise, I would have refused earlier," Felix said. He had already texted Yvonne about Ernest being there. From what he knew of her, she probably would not mind.

Besides, his relationship with Yvonne was complicated at the moment. Having someone else there might actually help ease the tension. 1

"Alright. Since you insist, I will stay just this once. Besides, my appetite is already growing just because of how good your food smells." "Then, please eat plenty when it's ready."

As if she had a sixth sense, Yvonne appeared just as the last dish was being served." Yvonne, this is Ernest Holt, who's also my neighbor. Ernest, this is Yvonne Cooper. She's new to Avesburgh." Yvonne's eyes changed after just a glance at Ernest, though she hid it well. But how could it escape the notice of someone like Ernest?