Bab 101: Alchemy

[Hidden Information: This is a slow-acting poison from bygone eras. As its effects take hold, the poisoned individual will notice gradual changes in their temperament, and eventually, they will fall completely into the control of the person who poisoned them.]

After seeing the hidden message's prompt, Fike immediately thought back to the bottle of black potion that Serena had handed over to him in the lounge.

"Could it be related to that?"

Fike wondered.

"Hidden message, what should I do now?"

[Hidden Information: Please head to the Alchemy Hall of the Spell School immediately. You will receive further instructions to complete the preparation of an antidote.]

Obediently heeding its instructions, Fike rushed over to the Alchemy Hall immediately.

As he had completed all his matches for today, there was no problem leaving early as he did yesterday.

In the arena, Sertia was left alone.

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