Chapter 61

However, this improvement wasn't very noticeable. Could it be just his imagination?

Unable to figure it out, Ithan decided not to dwell on it and continued holding the pearl.

He continued to feel the comforting coldness, eventually drifting off.Since this cooling sensation had therapeutic abilities, it must have other advantages as well. He was willing to investigate and discover this bead's wonders long as it didn't harm his body.

Ethan was woken up from his slumber when his phone rang,“It's already 1?" he glanced at the time and chuckled. He felt strength surge in him, and he was revitalized, which gave him a new understanding of the pearl's effects.

The call was from Hannah, who had already parked her car in front of his villa. After answering the phone, Ethan went downstairs without worrying about lunch; he didn't even feel hungry at the moment.

Hannah was driving a BMW 7 Series. As Ethan walked out of the villa's gate, he saw her lowering the car window and waving at him.“Have you eaten? Do you want to grab a bite first?”

She asked with concern.

"I already ate, so let's just go to the fair you mentioned!" Ethan bluntly replied, getting into the passenger seat and fastening his seatbelt.

Hannah didn't really respond and started the car. As the car started moving, he involuntarily glanced at villa's yard before showing a strange expression on his face. Unable to resist, he turned his head to look again.

In Jayden yard was a sycamore tree, one side of its crown grew dense and lush, while one corner had bare branches that stood out in stark contrast to the rest of the tree.

Moreover, that corner seemed to be right next to his bedroom window!

Before Ethan could examine it further, the car had already driven away. He didn't pay it much mind since he could see it later when he returned.

The mineral gambling event that Hannah mentioned wras held at a convention center in Novaria's district, with a grand setup and bustling crowd.

"Miss Collins, you've arrived. I've been waiting for you for over half an hour!" Just as they got out of the car, Ethan put on the sunglasses he brought as they were approached by a well-dressed young man.

Ethan noticed that this man looked at him with a hint of vigilance and hostility in his eyes.

"I got held up. Clint, didn't you say you invited Mr. Foster? Where is he?”Hannah casually asked, seemingly uninterested in explaining much to this man.

"Don't you trust me? Mr. Foster has already arrived and is in the venue. He went to help check the mineral's qualities. Miss Collins,this is...?" Clint finally directed the conversation toward Ethan.

"This is Alex, my friend. Since Mr. Foster has arrived, let's go in quickly and not keep him waiting!" Hannah made a brief introduction and urged them to move.

Hearing this, Clint didn't ask any more questions and calmly led Hannah and Ethan to one of the exhibition areas.

"Your employee?" Ethan quietly asked her, walking by her side.

"Yes, his name is Clint, and he's the company's vice president. He's quite capable, but he's also a bit of a snob!" Hannah explained with a smile, showing her confidence in Clint.

Ethan didn't ask any further despite sensing something from Clint's eyes. However, that was Hannah's business, and he didn't want to get involved as long as he wasn't bothered.

Under Clint's guidance, they arrived at an ore exhibition area. The Mr.Foster Clint mentioned before was a man in his 50s or 60s, his attire slightly messy with a magnifying glass in hand.

"Mr. Foster, thank you for your hard work today! I'll make sure Clint takes good care of you tonight!" After meeting, Hannah warmly expressed her thanks to the old man.

"Miss Collins, you're too kind. I already promised you that I'd do my best to help!" Jovan politely replied, before his gaze fell on Ethan and showed a hint of doubt.