Chapter 246: The Blue Crystal Shard
In Nicolas's private library, Kyle sat at the table as usual, quietly leafing through a book on alchemy. Tata, the House-elf, stood nearby, and as Kyle finished reading the last page, she handed him a glass of freshly made lemonade.
"Thanks," Kyle said, finishing the drink with a satisfied sigh.
It had been a month since his arrival, and in that time, he had practically lived in this library. Sometimes Tata even brought him his meals. Though Nicolas Flamel hadn't personally taught him any alchemy, he had recommended numerous books ideal for beginners. This guidance alone had led to a marked improvement in Kyle's understanding of alchemy, and he could feel his skills advancing significantly. The progress he'd made left him deeply content.
But, unfortunately, today was his last day here.
Kyle reluctantly handed the book he was reading to Tata and left the library alone. In the lobby, he found Nicolas Flamel still enjoying an opera performance from his memories. As Kyle approached, the orchestra in Nicolas's mind seemed to finish the last note.
"I was just wondering when you'd come out," Nicolas remarked, putting away his memories and slowly rising from the beach chair. "Perenelle has already called for us several times. It's time to head back."
Perenelle, Nicolas's wife, had stayed behind in Devon to tend to the garden and hadn't joined them on this trip to Paris.
"Are we leaving now?" Kyle asked.
"No rush," Nicolas replied with a smile. "First, I need to see if you've been keeping up with your studies."