Modern Day Talisman Crafter

Chapter 3: A New Friend

Adam looked at the phone message with his heart pounding in his chest. He didn't recognize the name, but the voice was sharp and unmistakable. Who was this Mirai, she knew about magic and worse, she was looking at him.

He briefly debated not paying attention to the conversation, but the urge grew stronger. He replied cautiously.

Adam: "Who are you?" And what do you want?"

the answers came almost immediately.

Mi-rae: "Someone who can help or destroy you at Han River Park at 10 p.m. "

Adam cried and threw the phone on the sofa. He didn't think the night would go this way. However, something about the situation was unavoidable.

At 10 pm Adam reached the park, the glow of the city lights reflecting off the water. The place was quiet, except for a few late footsteps and the rumble of passing cars. Looking angrily at the floor, He grabbed his bag.

"Adam Lee?"

A voice came from behind him. He turned to see a young woman with dark hair pulled back in a ponytail. She was wearing a tight sportswear outfit, her posture was confident, and her eyes were sharp.

"Are you Mi-rae?" Adam asked.

He shook his head, crossing his arms. "I saw what you did for that prayer today. It was lazy, but effective."

Adam's face fell. "The tree? It worked, didn't it?"

"No. If you used the Speed ​​Talisman By mistake, it would have caused damage to the raiders - or worse."

Adam hesitated. "How do you know these things? Ordinary people don't see..."

"I'm not ordinary," he interrupted. "I come from a magical family. Or what's left of one, anyway. Your little show today has gone down on your back. The group won't let it go, and neither will you. You're not quite ready for what. come on."

Adam frowned. "Thanks for the tip, but I can do it." okay"

Mi-rae laughed. "Really? With dollar store paper and ink? An amateur clock." If you're going to survive, you need better resources and better methods."

Adam rolled his eyes. "What's that to you?"

sneered. "You have something I haven't seen in years - a working system. I want to know how it works. "

Aram was confused. "I don't know what you're talking about."

Mi-rae raised an eyebrow. "Thank you. I've seen the glow of spells When activated, but you're different. More accurate, more powerful. It's not just talent - it's something else."

Aram sat silent, his thoughts running wild.

Mai Rae said, "Look." A little obediently. "I'm offering you a job. I'll help you improve your work, so you don't get in trouble, in exchange you'll let me learn how to do it. agreement?"

Adam hesitated. Trusting a stranger wasn't exactly on his list of wise decisions, but Mi-rae knew. Besides, as for what he said, he couldn't deny that it was in over his head.

"That's good." — But it's not funny.

Mi-rae laughed. "Funny things aren't my style. Meet me at this talk tomorrow. Bring what you have. "

He handed her a piece of paper with a message written on it, then turned and walked away, leaving Adam alone by the river.

days later, Adam arrived at a story, a silent martial arts workshop between two men. The ruined Mi-rae buildings were still there waiting with a table covered with supplies – good paper, quality ink, and even a small tray of mysterious-looking stones.

"You're late," he said.

"I need to avoid some angry neighbors," Adam replied as he set his bag down. "So, what's the plan?"

"First you show yourself worth my time," said Meirae. Create animal magic. "I have left the materials you need, but it is not easy."

Adam looked at the table and his courage trembled. The system opened basic spells for him, but nothing like this. A new message appeared in his view:

Quest: Create a Zoo. Bonus: Development plan. Error: None. >

Adam whispered, "Okay.

He took the brush and dipped it in the ink. The system guided his hand as he worked with the intricate patterns he created on paper. Sweat broke out on his forehead as he struggled Let your power flow in your battle.

After a moment, the amulet slowly glowed, a faint image of a tiger appearing on it.

Mi-rae paused, examining it carefully. "Not bad for a first attempt. Activate it. "

Adam hesitated. "Oh, are you sure this is a good idea? We're in."

Mi-rae crossed her arms. "Do it."

Taking a deep breath, Adam turned to magic. It was brighter and more exciting A tiger appeared in the sky, its form burning with energy.

Mi-rae's eyes widened. "You can do it. "

The tiger disappeared shortly after, barely able to hold on. Tired but victorious, Adam sat down on the chair.

"Welcome to the Real World of Signs." Mei Rae said with a loud cry. "If you want to survive, you need more than talent. You need friends, education and a lot of luck. "

Adam conducted the weak movement. "Okay What's my lucky purchase, right?

Mi-rae rolled her eyes. "Don't be proud. We have a job to do."

Cliffhanger: Outside the studio, a figure in a black coat peeks out from the shadows with a sinister look on his face as they disappear into the night.