Chapter 748

To avoid unnecessary trouble, Andrew returned to the inn and instructed the front desk clerk not to send anyone up, no matter who came asking. Next door, Simon wrestled with his mounting rage. Several times, he almost stormed over to confront Andrew. Ever since realizing he'd been outmaneuvered and humiliated, his anger had simmered, threatening to boil over. But he held himself back. Now wasn't the time to act on impulse. This trip, which he'd thought would bring him glory, had instead been a disaster. He'd gained nothing, lost 2,000 crystal deposits, and become the laughingstock of both Miltonville and Jandora. The sting of failure burned deeply. As his emotions settled, his determination hardened. Simon knew Andrew couldn't leave the secret realm alive. This wasn't just about revenge for his public humiliation. Andrew's identity as an alchemist posed a long-term threat. If Andrew's skills improved or he found a powerful mentor, Simon would never stand a chance against him in th