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Sierra spotted Ethan near the racks of casual wear, and at first, she looked down on him with a scoff.

What’s he doing here? she thought, wrinkling her nose at his blood-stained jacket and worn boots. Did he mistake this for a thrift store?

But then her phone buzzed.

A message popped up from one of her contacts—someone who liked to brag about being close to power:

“The Irving family just issued a bounty on a guy named Ethan. One million dollars for his location.”

Sierra’s eyes widened, and

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They kept walking.Step after step.The light slowly faded, the sky shifting from gold… to orange… to deep violet.By the time darkness settled in, the path ahead was barely visible.Even Norka finally stopped.“…We camp here.”No one argued.They were exhausted.Especially Ethan.He rolled his shoulders slightly, letting out a quiet breath as he dropped his bag to the ground.“Yeah… that sounds perfect.”Karpeta watched him for a moment.He’s tired…Not just a little.It showed in the way he moved now—slower, heavier than before.Not weak.Just… worn down.Norka was already setting things up with practiced ease, clearing a small area and marking the perimeter.Ethan crouched down nearby, running a hand through his hair.“Alright… food?”“Food,” Norka confirmed.Nothing fancy.Just what they had prepared.Simple snacks.Dried meat.Hard bread.A few preserved fruits.Karpeta sat down across from Ethan, handing him a portion.Their fingers brushed again.This time—Neither of them pull
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Karpeta exhaled slowly. Be honest… Her hand brushed lightly against her pocket. The vial. She froze. Then— Her eyes widened slightly. “…Oh.” Her face went red. That’s what she meant. Her grip tightened slightly. I’m such an idiot… Up ahead, Ethan unscrewed his water bottle, taking a sip casually. Karpeta watched him. For a second too long. He really is… unfairly handsome. She quickly looked away. Then glanced back. Then away again. And strong… Her thoughts spiraled. And kind… in his own weird way… “…Hey,” Ethan called, glancing back at her. “You coming or what?” Karpeta blinked. “Y-yeah!” She hurried to catch up. Now walking beside him. Closer than before. Their shoulders almost brushed. Neither of them acknowledged it. But neither moved away either. Norka, walking ahead, smirked faintly to herself. This is going to be interesting.***Ethan slowed his pace just slightly, enough to match Karpeta’s stride without making it obvious.The crunch of gravel
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“What is that?”Norka stood, holding it between her fingers.“Just… a little something.”Karpeta’s eyes narrowed slightly.“…For what?”Norka stepped closer.Lowered her voice.“You’ll figure it out.”Then, with a subtle motion, she pressed the vial into Karpeta’s hand.Discreet.Almost secretive.Karpeta stared at it.Her brows furrowed.“… Auntie Norka?”But Norka had already turned away, continuing her packing like nothing had happened.A faint smile lingering on her lips.Karpeta looked down at the small vial in her hand.The liquid shimmered faintly, catching the light in an almost hypnotic way.Her brows pulled together.“…Auntie Norka.”No response.Norka kept folding clothes like she hadn’t just handed over something suspicious.Karpeta narrowed her eyes.“…What is this for?”Still nothing.Karpeta stepped closer.“I’m serious.”Norka sighed, clearly annoyed, and finally glanced over her shoulder.“Don’t be an idiot.”Karpeta blinked.“…Excuse me?”“If you don’t know when to u
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“I just don’t trust him wandering around without supervision!” Ethan rubbed the back of his neck, visibly uncomfortable. “Wow. Okay. I’m right here, you know.” Karpeta pointed at him without looking. “Exactly!” Norka let out a quiet chuckle. “Adorable.” “I am NOT in love!” “Of course you’re not.” “I’m not!” “Mhm.” Karpeta turned away, flustered beyond belief. Ethan coughed lightly, clearly trying to escape the situation. “…So… uh… about the trip?” Norka sighed. Then waved a hand dismissively. “Fine.” Karpeta blinked. “…Fine?” “You can come.” Her eyes lit up slightly. “Really?” “Yes. But don’t slow us down.” “I won’t!” Norka turned back to her packing. Then, as she passed by Ethan, she leaned slightly closer to him. Her voice dropped—low, quiet, and laced with something unreadable. “If you manage to make her pregnant too…” Ethan’s brain stopped. “…Excuse me?” “…things will become much easier.” She walked past him like she had just commented on the weather
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Malikar stood alone in the shattered remains of his chamber, the silence pressing in around him.The broken glass still glittered across the floor.His jaw tightened.Defeated… by one man.His fingers curled slowly into a fist.No. Not just a man.His thoughts darkened, twisting.That wasn’t normal. The speed… the precision… the way he dismantled them…His lips pulled into a thin, vicious line.“Ethan…” he muttered under his breath.The name tasted bitter.You humiliated me.The torches flickered violently as his aura surged.You made me look weak.His eyes burned with cold fury.I will tear everything from you. Piece by piece. I will make you regret ever stepping into my world.He exhaled slowly, but the rage didn’t fade.It settled.Deeper.Sharper.Next time… I won’t send thugs.⸻Meanwhile, Ethan stood in front of Norka’s door.He hesitated.Then knocked.Once.Twice.His heart was beating faster than he wanted to admit.The door opened.Norka stood there, looking at him quietly.
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Meanwhile, in a dark, high-ceilinged chamber, Malikar sat upon his raised seat, waiting. The shadows flickered as he paced slightly, anticipating the arrival of his men with news of their “success.”Instead, the heavy door burst open, and the defeated thug—the leader Ethan had taken down—stumbled in. Bloodied, bruised, and shaken, he barely managed to bow before Malikar.“They… they… failed,” he stammered. “All of them… they… Ethan—he—he—”Malikar’s eyes blazed. “How dare you fail me!” His voice thundered through the chamber. “How… how did he beat you all? Explain yourself!”Before the man could respond, a sharp slap echoed across the room. The leader yelped, staggering back, his pride and courage shattered.Malikar had slapped him.Malikar’s, standing beside him, clenched his fists so tightly that his knuckles whitened. “Impossible!” he hissed through gritted teeth. “That Ethan… that insufferable fool… he will pay, no matter what it takes!”In a sudden burst of rage, the alchemist gr

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