Modern Day Talisman Crafter

Chapter 6: Ripples in the water

The chaos in the study continued long after the man had left. Mi-Rae paced back and forth with a frown. Adamu sat back in his chair and looked at the hot spots on the desktop from previous failed attempts.

"This man is not a random criminal," Mei Rai said. "He moved with determination. He was calm, controlled, and part of something bigger. "

Adam rubbed his temples. When I accused him He walked in here like he owned the place. Do you have any idea who it might be?"

"Anyone could be,"

Meirai replied. "A bully, a gang leader, someone higher up the chain. The fact that he knows where to find you means he has connections, trouble."

Adam leaned back. Trouble is the theme of my life these days. "

Mi-rae looked at him hard. "You can't keep playing this game, Adam." Every move has an effect. People see, not everyone is a friend. "

Adam replied, "Well, not everyone walks around with a secret system in their head." - I worked hard here.

Mi-rae's voice became less soft, her voice firm but strong. — Now you need to think about this. You are not a salesperson. You have the power and people will do anything to take it from you. "

Adam sighed, running a hand through his hair, resenting his own righteousness.

said indifferently: Very good. "What's the plan?"

Mi-rae laughed. "First we need to strengthen. You need magic to protect you if someone attacks you again."

Adam stood up. "I can take care of this now." "

Mi-rae placed a small leather book on the table. "These are advanced protection patterns. Start with the basic ones: they are practical, and should keep you safe in most situations."

Adam picked up the book and turned the page. Within the pages, the designs were intricate, more intricate than anything he had ever done before. He couldn't help but smile. "Okay, let's do it."

hours later it was a whirlwind of work. Adam studied the drawings carefully, guiding his hand along the notebook and the weak pins of the system. Each brushstroke seemed to be a better, more

It was over. , there was a slight tremor in the prayer

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Adam forbade him not to be proud. "Not bad, huh?"

Mi-rae examines and nods in agreement. "It will happen." Now let's try it."

Adam's smile faded. "Try it? How about inside. ..?"

Mi-rae retrieved a wooden teaching staff from the corner of the study. "Activate the spell. I will try my luck. "

Adam stepped back and held the amulet in front of him. "You know we can't trust the work?"

Mi-rae laughed as she shook her wand. "No."

Adam shook the amulet with a dark sigh. A bright, translucent curtain appeared around him, weak waves of energy flowing across the surface.

"Very well," Meirae said, stepping forward and swinging her staff in a sharp arc.

stood in the way and swallowed The impact caused Adam to fall back with a loud thud, but the spell did not weaken.

Meirae lowered her rock and said, "It's okay." "It's permanent. It will save you time in the game. »

people were relieved. - I'm glad to hear that.

Before they could raise their voices, an explosion echoed throughout the studio. They were both stunned, their eyes on the door.

"Are you waiting for someone?" Adam whispered.

Mi-rae bowed, taking her staff She went to the door. Adam prepared a protective spell, and her heart began to pound.

We knocked again, louder this time.

Mi-rae opened the door, to find a young man with torn clothes, a pale face, and a dirty appearance. "Help," she cried. "They're after me."

Adam caught him before he fell and threw him to the ground. "Who's behind you?" »

The man struggled to speak, his breath coming out in short gasps. "A black curtain... They know...

Mi-rae's heart breaks. "Black veil?"

Adam's face fell. "What's the black veil?"

"They're a rebel group," Mirai said harshly. "They're evil. If this guy is on their radar, so are we."

The man took Adam's hand, his grip weak but grim. "You have to stop." They use false prayers. .."

He finished his sentence as his body went limp, his eyes closed.

Adam's stomach turned. "Is he ...?" »

"He "I'm fine," Mi-Rae said as she examined her shot. But barely. We need to get him to a safe place."

Adam shook his head, his thoughts racing. Who was the black curtain, he wasn't kidding. The edges darkened with evil energy, and it slowly pulsated like a heart valve.