Chapter 9: Encounters and Unease

Chapter 9: Encounters and Unease, Nathan continues honing his enchantment skills, successfully creating five mana-infused rings. However, his plans for a quiet day take a turn when Greg, a flea market acquaintance, asks for help delivering an antique dresser. Nathan reluctantly agrees, using his cultivated strength to handle the weight. The delivery brings them to a mysterious, wealthy client whose unsettling demeanor leaves Nathan uneasy. Despite the generous payout, the experience leaves him with a lingering sense of being watched, hinting at a deeper, unforeseen tension.