The Rise of a Master: It Starts With Rejection
Billionaire With Husband 825

Chapter 825

Billy grinned and pointed at himself. "What's the matter? Are you mesmerized by me? Or do you know me?"

After taking a deep breath, Selmer forced a smile and waved it off. "Sorry, I mistook you for someone else."

Once Billy left, Felix turned to Selmer. "What was that about? Did you mistake him for someone else?"

Selmer's expression was a mix of shock and fear. Only a few people could get such a reaction from Selmer, someone close to achieving Blood Realm.

Selmer clenched his teeth. "Here's the thing, Mr. Zeller. 50 years ago, I was injured and fleeing through a forest. That's when I stumbled upon a fight between two people. No, you can't even call it a fight since it ended in the blink of an eye. The old man was instantly killed by a young

man."

Felix chuckled at the story. "You're not about to tell me that young man was Billy, are you?"

Selmer nodded. "Yes! At least, he looked exactly like Billy. They have the same face and build."

Felix's eyes sparkled with interest. He trusted Selmer, knowing the latter wouldn't dare lie to him. If this truly happened and the young man was Billy, the fact that his appearance hadn't changed in 50 years was amazing.

"It must've been someone who just looks like him. There's no way it's the same person,' Selmer tried to reassure himself. The idea of someone looking the same for 50 years was absurd.

"Don't overthink it. They just look alike," Felix said.

But deep down, Felix wasn't so sure. There were already too many mysteries surrounding Billy, and now this added another layer to it. Still, looking the same after 50 years was hard to believe.

"Your job is to protect Melissa. If someone with scaly hands shows up, try to capture them alive," Felix ordered.

""Yes!" Selmer nodded.

Selmer was more than capable of protecting Melissa. Rather than relying on Billy, having someone like Selmer was far more reassuring.

That afternoon, Felix visited Billy's shop for the first time. Billy was lounging comfortably in a chair.

What caught Felix's attention was the bizarre sight at the table. There were two paper dolls seated on either side of Billy. Even in broad daylight, the scene was unsettling.

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Chapter 825

"Billy, will anyone dare buy from your store with this setup?" Felix teased.

Billy shrugged. "Business will flow in naturally. I may not sell anything for a year, but when I do, it's enough to last me all year."

Felix sat down across from him and pointed at himself. "Do I still look like a catastrophe will happen?"

Billy nodded. "Yes, and it's getting worse. That means your danger is drawing closer.' Felix smirked. "Fine. I'll trust you this once. What are you selling me this time?"

Before Selmer's reaction, Felix thought Billy's warnings were a joke. Now, he figured it couldn't hurt to be cautious. Even if he was conned, it was better to be safe than sorry.

Billy's eyes lit up with excitement. "Felix! I knew you'd come around! Look! I'm even willing to part with my precious treasure!"

The corners of Felix's lips twitched as he eyed the object Billy placed on the table-a harmonica small enough to fit in a pocket. "A harmonica? It looks like a toy." Felix was skeptical.

Billy was offended. "Watch your mouth! This isn't a toy. It's the real deal. Forget it. You wouldn't understand even if I explained." This statement only piqued Felix's curiosity. "Is it an artifact?"

Billy cocked a brow in surprise.