Ethan's face shifted through a series of emotions before he scrambled into the car. "Quickly, Mr. Samson! Let's head back to Medic's Haven!"

As the car sped away, Felix remained irritated. Those fools had chosen a spot with surveillance cameras. If it were somewhere more secluded, there would have been no need for all that talking. He'd have dealt with them directly.

On top of that, Alistair was present. Felix didn't want to make things difficult for that upright guy.

"I'll handle this myself. Don't tell Xena about it."

Alistair nodded solemnly. "Understood. I'll keep this to myself."

…

The next day, in an airport parking lot, Felix sat in the passenger seat of his car, gazing forlornly at Averill, who was gripping the steering wheel.

"Are you really not coming with me to Azuria, Averill?"

The time had come to fulfill the Miracle Card. While he had a Speed Talisman from Gerald to escape if things went south, Felix couldn't help but worry. He hadn't forgotten the lesson from las