The Charismatic Adam Reed

Chapter 13

Howard and the others exchanged knowing glances, seemingly unsurprised. What they didn't know was that the person Adam spoke of didn't actually exist.

Adam himself, he had fabricated this mentor to provide a logical explanation for the source of his abilities, and equally importantly, the mentor had to have a dark and mysterious background. This way, the other party will think twice about forcing him to do something, and at the same time, prevent them from having bad plans towards his family.

As Howard absorbed this information, his brows furrowing slightly.

"So, who is this person that taught you?" he asked, a note of curiosity in his voice.

Adam, realizing he couldn't reveal the mentor's nonexistence, replied with a thoughtful expression. "I’m sorry, but I can’t tell you his name. He’s a very private person who likes to keep a low profile."

The room went quiet as Howard and the others nodded, seemingly buying Adam’s story.

Adam kept his cool and added, "I hope you respect that. The