After Azher’s leave, I go relax in my bedroom. The term ‘relaxing’ is actually me replanning my plan, enjoying snacks, and finishing some paperwork. I insist on doing some of the duchy’s paperwork to find opportunities for Azher and useful information. I’m still lacking intel on the nobility world and Ardiane’s situation.
While signing my signature on a document, Theron rants suddenly. “Master, take off that necklace.”
“What’s with the sudden change of heart? Earlier, you liked it more than I do.” I say, not averting from the document.
“I sensed magic in it. I’m sure it’s to keep you in check.”
Hearing that, my hand halts, the black ink stains the paper, ruining my signature. I cast the magic detector spell taught by Theron before – the most basic and simplest spell.
“You’re right. There’s a detect location spell.” I’m sure Felix is the caster.
“You know it too, so take off that necklace!” Theron pounces on me, pulling the necklace usi
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