The Rise of a Master It Starts With Rejection novel Chapter 1008

Kendrick chuckled darkly and replied, "You're being pretty considerate, leaving Felix with something intact. But hey, do whatever you want with his head. We're planning to rip the rest of him to pieces anyway."

Since the Dragonspines were inside Felix's body and not connected to his head, there was nothing to be worried about.

"Good. Tell Dean that the plan starts tomorrow," the voice commanded.

"Yes, sir!"

As Kendrick left, he could not help but feel puzzled. Felix had only just arrived in Martial City, yet he already had so many powerful enemies. It was almost as if fate itself had decided that such an arrogant man was doomed to die.

...

Later that night, Barry showed up, and he and Felix shared a meal at Harmony Clinic's dining hall. Barry was overflowing with gratitude.

"Felix, I can't thank you enough. If it weren't for you, my dad would be dead by now, and I probably wouldn't have survived, either."

Felix smiled casually. "No need to thank me. I only did what I could. If it had been beyond my ability, there wouldn't have been much I could do."

Barry still could not get over the fact that Felix had connections with the Xavier family, one of the most powerful forces in Westville. It was beyond astonishing.

He replied, "Regardless, you saved our lives. I might be a nobody with nothing to offer, but if you ever need anything, just say the word. I'd walk through fire for you without hesitation."

Barry then mentioned how Jason had personally come to apologize and promised that there would be no more trouble from his end. That had been a huge relief for Barry.

"If you really want to help me," Felix said, "keep an eye out for rare herbs used in the Ascension Pill. Let me know if you hear anything."