Trust is hard to earn but easy to lose

Thursday quickly arrived.

After the classes, Adrian left the academy and made his way through the bustling streets of the city. He was careful, keeping a sharp eye out to ensure he wasn't being followed.

After making sure he was alone, he slipped into one of the safe alley houses he had discreetly purchased for situations like this. The modest building blended perfectly into the surrounding area—neither too extravagant to draw attention nor too poor to be suspicious.

Inside, Adrian quickly locked the door behind him and headed to the small, private room he had set up for these occasions. He activated the face-changing amulet, feeling the familiar sensation as his features subtly shifted. Sadly, he already used it when he met the mastermind woman. So, now, he had to stick with this face.