He quickly looked around the shop, trying to find out who was watching him.
But just as quickly as it came, the feeling suddenly vanished, leaving him puzzled.
Frowning slightly, he shook his head and dismissed it, thinking it might have been his imagination or a fleeting spiritual fluctuation.
He then turned his attention back to Jessa, pressing her once again for a private audience with their leader.
But by now, Jessa had lost all patience for the man's persistent demands and subtle arrogance.
"If there's nothing else, sir, please take this number. We'll call you when your supplies are ready," she said sharply, her tone polite but firm.
Without waiting for his response, she handed him a small wooden token.
Then ended the conversation, making it clear he wouldn't get another word.
Elena and Ethan quietly watched from a distance as the persistent man continued trying to convince Jessa to let him meet with the leader.
