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Chapter 24 - 37

Detection Risk: 0% — Perfect Stealth Confirmed

Nyx settled beside him, sipping from a stolen drink, watching the door.

"Such a gentleman… stalking the poor woman already."

Sion's cold smirk deepened.

"Observation, not stalking."

Through Lilith's eyes, he followed Elara weaving through Arenfall's side streets. Her cloak shifted subtly as she moved — a practiced gait, quiet, confident — but unaware of the shadow trailing behind her.

Finally, she reached her destination: a small, discreet apothecary shop tucked between an abandoned building and a blacksmith. No signage, no open windows — only faint, glowing symbols etched above the doorframe.

Elara knocked three times, waited, then slipped inside.

[SYSTEM ANALYSIS:]

Location: Hidden Alchemical Shop — unregistered with city records

Owner: Unknown — likely black market or independent mage supplier

Activity: High probability of illegal or restricted trade

Recommended Action: Maintain distance, observe exits

Lilith's voice brushed Sion's mind again.

"She's cautious… but alone. I can remain until she leaves."

Sion nodded to himself, satisfied.

"Good… let's see what our mysterious mage is really involved with."

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Options for next step:

1. Stay at the inn, let Lilith observe fully.

2. Quietly approach the apothecary yourself, remaining unseen.

3. Order Lilith to search for alternative entry points to the shop.

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