Sylvia's POV:

The mysterious man seemed to be very familiar with the black market, as he was able to tell me a great deal about it in a relatively short amount of time.

I kept quiet and paid close attention to what he was saying.

To my surprise, he then wrapped his arm around my shoulder as if we were close friends. "It's your first time here. Are you shocked that such a place exists in the heart of the capital city? Come on. I'll show you around."

The mysterious man took the lead in walking forward. I didn't follow him and just watched his back vigilantly.

This man was very suspicious. He didn't seem to come to the black market for business. Instead, it felt as though he was waiting there in the bar for me on purpose.

The mysterious man took a few steps forward before realizing I wasn't following him. So, he turned around and walked back to me.

I stepped back vigilantly, wanting to keep a distance.

tracks. "Stop walking back. Make sure you stay in this side the wall. If

raised my hand and pulled down

person can only enter here

my voice like him. "What is the secret

at my query. Instead of answering my question, he asked, "Why did you come here to the black

help but clench my fists at his attitude. There was obviously something off about this guy. He was talking to me like I

did you help me?" I

sighed and answered, "Forget

took off his hood and revealed a familiar

I widened my eyes, thinking I was

you the same! Why did you come to the black market?" Blair grinned from ear

an answer, so I had to change the topic. "What's wrong with your voice? You sound strange

You are so rude," he remarked irritably, I cracked a happy

his tongue and pulled a vial of potion out of his pocket. "Drinking this can change one's voice. Those who frequent the black market use this to hide their identity." Without hesitation, I pulled out the wooden cork and downed the potion. A strong taste of grass filled my mouth. About five or six seconds later,

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