The Rise of a Master: It Starts With Rejection
With Husband 620

Chapter 620

Axel also adopted an unusually serious demeanor. "I don't know, but I heard Mr. Uzziah has emerged from seclusion."

The young man's eyes widened in surprise. "Mr. Uzziah? Wow, Uzziah hasn't shown his face in years!

"If he's coming out now and summoning everyone, something big must be happening. Could it be due to the leadership shift in the Eight Great Martial Families?"

Axel frowned and shook his head. "I doubt it. Mason is a prodigy, sure, but he's not yet a big enough deal to bring Uzziah out. He still has a long way to go."

Despite being just one level below Mason, crossing the first threshold from Ultimate Mortal Realm to Innate Realm was a challenge that had defeated countless so-called geniuses, including Axel himself. Meanwhile, the Crayden elders were also speculating about the situation.

"Sir, do you know what's going on?" one of them asked cautiously.

At the head of the gathering stood Augustus, the current patriarch of the Crayden family, flanked by several elders. His expression was calm but firm. "Enough with the guesses. We'll know once Uzziah speaks."

Just then, a message rang in Augustus' ear. "Augustus, everything is ready. We can act whenever you give the order."

Hatred flickered in Augustus's eyes. "Execute the plan. I've already failed Malcolm by letting that kid live this long!"

"Understood, sir."

About 30 minutes later, Uzziah finally appeared. His mere presence silenced the entire courtyard, and everyone instinctively straightened up.

The Crayden family's current status owed much to Uzziah. Hence, no one dared to challenge him.

"Greetings, Mr. Uzziah!" the crowd echoed, kneeling in unison.

Standing on the platform, Uzziah gazed at the assembled family members with pride. Watching the direct bloodline flourish to this extent clearly pleased him. He said warmly, " Rise."

Once everyone stood, he addressed them again, his tone growing serious, "I'm sure you're all wondering why I've come out of seclusion and gathered you here so suddenly."

No one dared answer, but their expressions spoke volumes.

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Chapter 620

"Our Eight Great Martial Families have survived through the ages not just because of our excellence but also our ability to sense danger. Dragonia's history spans five thousand years, and that's just what we know. "Don't think the Crayden name makes you invincible-this is written in our ancestral teachings."

Everyone looked confused, including Augustus. Despite wanting to ask for clarification, he held his tongue, intimidated by Uzziah's grave demeanor.

Uzziah continued, his voice steady, "There will always be someone stronger and more hidden. My role is to identify threats and steer the family away from disaster before it strikes."

The message finally sank in, and the crowd's curiosity peaked. Uzziah had called this gathering because of a hidden powerhouse, someone capable of destroying the Crayden family. Who could possibly possess such overwhelming strength?

Then, with a wave of Uzziah's hand, countless white papers fluttered into the air, scattering among the gathered members. The crowd eagerly caught the pages, examining them closely.

"The young man in these photographs is Felix Zeller," Uzziah announced, his voice heavy with authority. "He is the very individual I just spoke of. I want every single one of you to remember his face."

He added, "If any of you dare provoke him, dig out your own heart to atone because this family will not lift a finger to protect you!"

He paused, letting the weight of his words settle over the stunned crowd. "And this matter is not to leave this room. Violators will face the full extent of family law."

Augustus had only just glanced at the photo in his hands when Uzziah mentioned Felix's name. His breath caught, and his hand trembled.

"Felix?" Augustus muttered, staring at the photo in disbelief. "Same name, same face... This... How is this even possible?