"What brings you to Azuria?" Nala asked.

Even though Felix remained silent, Nala kept talking tirelessly, almost as if she were speaking to herself. Her demeanor was entirely different from the impression she had given before—she was practically unrecognizable.

"Are you truly not considering returning to the Greene family? You can't begin to imagine the power they hold in Dragonia.

"With your background, if you went back now, the Greene family would undoubtedly welcome you. With their formidable support, your future path would be incredibly smooth. Trust me," Nala said.

At that moment, footsteps finally echoed from outside. Felix silently thanked the heavens—if they hadn't come, he might've been tempted to plug his ears.

"Who dares to hit my men?"

A middle-aged man strode in, flanked by seven bodyguards dressed in black. Hands in his pocket, his swagger was practically oozing arrogance.

"I did," Felix said.

Julian Hale let out a derisive snort, his face full of disdain.

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