A Man Like None Other

Inside the mayor’s mansion, Atlas looked anxiously at his daughter, his face etched with worry. Before him, his daughter, Effie Jablonski, was bound in chains and surrounded by an arcane array.

“Don’t blame me, Effie. I have no other choice. This is the only way to prevent you from hurting others, Atlas said, tears in his eyes.

He didn’t want to do this, but after Effie killed several alchemists, the entire mayor’s mansion was besieged by rumors and criticism, leaving him with no alternative.

“Dad, don’t be sad. I won’t blame you. If my illness truly has no cure, then it’s better to end my life. I don’t wish to become a murderous lunatic,” Effie comforted her father.

“Rest assured, I’ve issued a notice. If anyone can cure you, I’m willing to agree to any of their demands. Even if it means relinquishing my mayorship, I’m prepared to do it. I just want you safe and sound.”

Atlas’ eyes brimmed with love and a readiness to sacrifice everything for his daughter.

hearing her father’s words. She couldn’t

Mom? I haven’t seen her for several days,”

hesitated, unsure whether to tell his daughter

from their daughter’s

in and reported to Atlas, “Mr. Jablonski, an alchemist

bring him

to come to the mayor’s mansion due to recent rumors, which had left

Where cultivators were common, alchemists

even a low-level and weak alchemist would garner respect and could lead an honorable

Atlas eagerly approached to greet him. “Mr. Goeckner, I hope you can save my daughter. Cure her, and any conditions you may have will be negotiable,” Atlas

his true identity

me see what ails your daughter,” Hyrum said and turned to look at Effie,