The Rise of a Master: It Starts With Rejection

Chapter 115

Belle lost it at once. "How is this possible? Does Felix actually know Mr. Holt Senior? How?"

It was utterly outrageous. Ernest held a position of immense significance. Even someone like Xena had to pay him a personal visit, let alone ordinary people. "Calm down. It's just fishing. Mr. Holt Senior isn't the type to block off the entire lake for himself. Let's go."

Belle felt a bit better after hearing this. Otherwise, she wouldn't know how to process the situation.

Before they could get close, Jairo intercepted them. His voice was barely above a whisper, yet the two women could hear him perfectly.

"Mr. Holt Senior is fishing. No one is allowed to disturb him."

Xena's expression shifted slightly. As expected from Ernest's personal bodyguard! Jairo's strength was undeniable, likely on par with her own. "Okay. I'll wait here."

As time dragged on, Belle's frustration mounted. While she and Xena stood idly by, Felix was happily fishing with Ernest. This was maddening. After over two hours, Ernest finally stretched and sighed. "Bad luck today. I only caught six fish."

He then glanced at Felix's bucket, envy evident in his eyes. "You caught over a dozen?"

Felix chuckled. "Just like you said. It's all about luck.'

"Don't fool me. Your skills are genuinely impressive."

As Xena watched them chat amiably, her expression changed. It seemed Felix really did know Ernest. It wasn't just a coincidence that they were fishing together.

"I think I'll head back and rest," Ernest said.

Felix's spirits were lifted as he hadn't gone fishing in a long time, so he said, "You go ahead, Mr. Holt Senior. I'll stay and fish a little longer."

"Okay." Ernest packed up his gear.

Only after that did Jairo take over. He knew that these fishing tools were Ernest's prized possessions, and he wouldn't let anyone else handle them, so Jairo didn't dare interfere. Xena, you're here? Have you been waiting long?" Ernest asked.

"It hasn't been too long. It was fine as long as I didn't disturb your fun," Xena replied

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respectfully.

Ernest smiled as he walked ahead.

"Why don't you come over and sit for a while? I'll be settling down in Avesburgh from now on, and I might need to ask for your help with a few things."

"You flatter me, Mr. Holt Senior."

After walking a few steps, Xena couldn't contain her curiosity any longer. "By the way, may I ask who the person fishing with you was? I'd love to have the chance to meet him." Ernest chuckled lightly. "Just a neighbor of mine."

Having lived for so many years, he certainly knew how to avoid trouble. Whether Felix wanted to be known was his own business. There was no need for him to promote Felix's

name.

If word got out about how Felix had cured him, the line of people seeking Felix's help would likely stretch around the block.

Hearing this answer, Xena and Belle both felt sense of relief for some reason. The truth was, they knew that Felix's villa was right next to Ernest's. It was merely a stroke of luck. Plus, it was clear Felix had no idea about Ernest's true identity. He thought of him as just an old man enjoying his retirement.

Meanwhile, Joshua arrived in Kane's courtyard. "Lord Kane, please accept these gifts as a token of my respect."

Kane, aware of Joshua's status, wouldn't be dismissive. "No need for formalities. Your uncle gave me a heads-up. There's no need for such pleasantries."

However, Joshua quickly waved. "No, Lord Kane. Business is business. I'm here as the vice president of Stellar Group to invest in Avesburgh. I might need your assistance in areas." many