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Derek walked over to the stone table and reached for the wine jar, pouring himself a cup of the rich red liquid. He then carefully placed the jar back in its original spot and reached into his pocket, taking out a small bottle of potion.

*****

His eyes fell upon a small vial with a label that read "Truth Serum." He couldn't believe his luck. He carefully picked up the vial and examined it. The liquid inside was clear, and it seemed to shimmer in the light. Derek knew that this potion could come in handy, especially in situations where he needed to extract information from someone.

As he held the vial in his hand, he felt a sense of excitement and nervousness. He knew that the potion was powerful and that it could have serious consequences if used improperly.

Derek carefully tucked the vial into his pocket, making sure that it was secure

*****

The hut was a small, secluded place in the Royal Arena, designed for privacy and intimacy. The inside of the hut was lit with scented candle