Harem Multiverse Challenge

Ch 40. Who Is Cindy?

Naomi enters the shop. Before I can follow, a young woman dressed in a servant’s outfit comes running out. Her eyes shine with happiness, and I notice she has something in her hand: a small vial.

I watch her scurrying away while holding the vial to her chest like it’s a priceless treasure. Shaking my head, I step into the shop to follow the widow.

As soon as I enter, the perfume hits me. It’s strong and smells like a chemical store.

The far wall is lined with bookcases, but books aren't the only things on display. Nestled among the old volumes are several glass jars filled with colorful liquids. They range from bright red to deep blue to light purple.

Each contains an unknown substance; the labels withhold the names, but they tell me enough: Poisonous. Explosive. Dangerous.

There are two other women apart from Naomi waiting at the counter. They look at me a tad suspiciously before averting their gazes.

From behind a red curtain in the back of the shop, a man comes out with a vial