Maria’s curiosity piqued when she heard Jagoan’s claim that the elixir could cure her migraines. She suspected that
he was the cause of her pain, so she was eager to learn how he could alleviate her symptoms without channeling
reiki into her. With an air of anticipation, Jagoan pulled out a Life Saving Pill from his pocket, an enhanced version
refined with the Legendary Mystic Harmony Sect cauldron.
Jagoan gazed at the miraculous elixir and introduced it to the two of them. “Behold, this is a panacea I stumbled
upon ages ago. I won’t make grand claims of resurrection, but it can heal all ailments.”
With a touch of distress, he added, “Unfortunately, there are only a few pills remaining. I must conserve them. Just
take half, no, a quarter should suffice.”
Turning to Claudia, he asked, “Do you have a fruit knife?”
Claudia promptly got a fruit knife and handed it to him.
Jagoan delicately cut off a quarter of the pill and passed it to Maria, urging her to consume it. “Cathy, take these
pills. You’ll feel better soon.”
Maria maintained a hint of skepticism. While aware of Jagoan’s Mastery of Reiki, she was uncertain about the
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtreliability of the Elixir he had presumably refined. Thus, she cautiously inquired, “Jagoan, must I consume this Elixir
directly?”
Jagoan nodded and pressed, “Yes, eat it right away. You’ll feel the effects once it’s ingested.”
“Okay…” Maria picked up the elixir, examining it momentarily before placing it in her mouth. As the elixir dissolved,
a surge of pure medicinal power transformed into a soothing warmth that coursed through her veins. The currents
congregated in her brain, instantly extinguishing the pain as if flipping off a switch. All the agony vanished in an
instant!
Maria was immediately astounded and whispered to herself, “I never expected Jagoan to possess such incredible
alchemical skills! This elixir is beyond powerful! Just a quarter of it has mended the damage he caused. Its
medicinal properties are truly astonishing.”
Curiosity piqued, Claudia queried Maria, “Cathy, how do you feel? Did the pill work?”
Snapping out of her thoughts, Maria feigned excitement and exclaimed, “My head doesn’t hurt at all!”
She then looked up at Jagoan, brimming with enthusiasm. “Jagoan, your elixir is astonishingly potent!”
Jagoan knew that this quarter of a pill could unquestionably alleviate Maria’s headache, but he also understood that
Maria was well traveled and likely knowledgeable about aura, given her possession of the ring and connection to
the Lord of the Warriors Den. His primary concern was that she might deduce his role as the savior who rescued
her in Northern Europe. Hence, Jagoan nonchalantly claimed, “I chanced upon this pill in Antique Street. It was
sheer luck.”
Maria, catching his insinuation, couldn’t help but sigh, “If only I could acquire more potent pills to keep on hand, just
in case.”
Jagoan nodded, recognizing that carrying the Life Saving Pill with him could indeed be a lifesaver during critical
moments. He recalled how Jasmine had nearly perished in Japan, saved only by the Life Saving Pill he had
administered.
Suddenly, a realization hit him hard, if the Marshal of the Warriors Den ever came to Aurous Hill, Maria would be in
great peril. However, Jagoan knew that he would dedicate all his energy to protecting his grandparents and family
in such a scenario, leaving him little time to tend to Maria. In those circumstances, Maria would need to rely on her
own luck.
After some thinking, Jagoan gave Maria the rest of the elixir and said, “Given that you’re still getting used to Aurous
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmHill’s environment, it’s likely that you’ll experience migraines at some point in the future. Keep the rest of the pill for
emergencies.”
Maria was taken aback as Jagoan handed her the elixir. She understood that it held extraordinary value and
receiving it had already been a significant favor.
Moreover, Jagoan had emphasized the preciousness of the elixir throughout their conversation, so Maria
comprehended his intentions. It was evident that Jagoan hadn’t originally planned on giving her the remaining pill.
Thus, Maria hesitated and quickly declined, waving her hand. “Jagoan, your elixir is too valuable. I can’t accept it.”
Jagoan observed her and felt a tinge of sympathy in his heart. Evading the Warriors Den after a near death
encounter was already arduous. It was highly probable that shortly after Maria arrived in Aurous Hill, she would
once again be discovered and pursued. With a self-deprecating chuckle, he admitted, “Yes, it’s precious, but it’s just
that. I may have exaggerated its worth. Once it’s divided, it becomes difficult to store. You should keep it.”
At that moment, Maria glimpsed a trace of compassion concealed in Jagoan’s eyes. Was it directed at her?
Unaware of the pill’s true value, Claudia chimed in. She only knew that Jagoan was kind to Maria and thus chimed
in, “That’s right, Cathy. Just keep the medicine. Military training begins tomorrow and enduring migraines would be
unbearable. If you have another headache, take another quarter.”
Jagoan insisted, “Cathy, Claudia is right. You should hold onto this elixir. You may need it more than me. If Claudia
requires it, you can give it to her. It’s better protection for both of you.”
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