[Bonus chapter] Falling Into Trouble Again

"A witch. I do not think we should buy it, my lady! Why don't you look for other gifts?

I am sure that his majesty would be happy with any gift as long as you give it." she ensured the girl as she tried to take the amulet back.

But Penny kept looking at it as if it was calling her. Though she was sure it was for a man…

"I will have it then. I am ready to pay twice the amount.`` The shopkeeper looked at her with a reluctant look but when she took out so many gold coins, he was not able to refuse again.

"Thank you!" She picked up the small velvet box of stone and left the shop.

"My lady, what if the thing is dangerous? You may not know about witches. But they are dangerous with strong magical power that can turn anyone into a toad." is that the way you are trying to scare me,

Calling a witch only capable of making humans as toads!