Backup plan

«Is there anything dangerous in here?» Ethan asked after Vera was done collecting precious gems. There weren't many, and most of the objects would be sold for a few thousand only. If they were looting, they would take one of two.

But to repay a million euros debt? Those were useless.

«Nothing dangerous, mostly amulets with good luck and creatures' parts. I don't think anything will happen, just pay attention to the Azhdaya scales. Those are a little poisonous.»

«A-a little?»

«Yep. Not deadly in this quantity but can send you to the hospital if you're unlucky.»

Ethan nodded, not even blinking at her words. He wouldn't touch any scale, just to be sure.

«We can't even sell those,» Vera sighed. «Customers are difficult to find, and it's not easy to handle either.»

«Good. Then take something else.»