Xena continued, "You can deny it if you want, but the truth speaks for itself. An S-rank fugitive is at least near the level of a Martial King. Even most martial artists wouldn't stand a chance. Yet you took him down effortlessly. Do I need to keep going?

"The S-rank fugitive wasn't weak. You're just too strong."

She wasn't wrong. Felix hadn't given it much thought as everything had happened too quickly.

"My strength has indeed recovered," he admitted.

Hearing that, Xena broke into a bright smile. It was a genuine smile that came straight from the heart.

"All that effort finally paid off. Back then, you gave everything to save those kids. It seems heaven has finally smiled on you."

Standing up, Xena prepared to leave. "Now that your strength is back, your medical skills must be as well. I have nothing to worry about anymore."

Felix hesitated for a moment, then rushed forward and grabbed her hand. "Xena, let's be together!"

Xena looked into his eyes, then slowly pulled her hand