The Charismatic Charlie Wade

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 reliability 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 Hill’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.”