Selling Potions!

After Raymond left the house, he found a secluded alley, applied his disguise, and then stepped out into the street.

He headed straight to the tavern where Manik usually sold his potions.

Approaching the counter, Raymond asked the tavern owner directly, “I’m looking for Manik.”

The owner gave him a quick glance and responded bluntly, “Manik’s not selling today. He’s not taking in any materials either. Try again tomorrow.”

“I know,” Raymond said in a low, hoarse voice. “Just tell him he can collect the materials now. We’ll meet at the usual spot this evening.”

The moment the tavern owner heard that voice, he recognized Raymond, Manik had already given him instructions for such a case.

“Got it. I’ll send someone to notify him right away,” the owner said with a nod.

Raymond gave a small nod in return and left the tavern.

When he returned home, Arya had just come back from shopping.