Chapter 41: The Dark Energy Shield

Larry flicked his fingers, and a steaming cup of coffee floated effortlessly through the air, settling onto the table before Hutson.

"Freshly brewed," he said casually.

Hutson glanced around the cluttered alchemical lab, where racks of potions and vials filled with strange, bubbling liquids surrounded them. Then, he eyed the coffee with mild suspicion—the very air smelled of brewed herbs, alchemical compounds, and arcane reagents.

Larry chuckled. "Relax. I follow proper safety protocols when conducting experiments."

Hutson let out a small, awkward laugh, took a tentative sip… and found that the coffee tasted normal—rich and smooth.

"Follow me."

Larry set down the yellow-liquid-filled test tube he had been holding, sealed it with a wooden stopper, and carefully placed it onto a nearby rack.

The next room housed a large wooden desk, stacked with ancient tomes and neatly arranged parchments.