The Sorcerer's Handbook - Chapter 145: Half an Hour

Freya was sensible enough to wash the dishes alongside Ashe.

When she finished, her gaze drifted to the Knowledge Curtain. "Are you still going to use the Curtain tonight?"

"Yes. I want to look up some information."

"Can't you connect with your own chip?"

"I had to remove the chip implanted at the back of my neck to escape."

Freya blinked, surprised. "Then where are you going to live? Without a registered chip, you can't even rent a place. Don't tell me you plan to stay here long-term."

"The contract clearly says I can stay at most seven days," Ashe replied irritably. "After that, I'll go sleep under a bridge."

Freya shrugged. "As long as you hand over the Sympathy spirit as promised, I wouldn't mind letting you stay a few extra days. If you're willing to cook every day, I might even waive the rent."

She paused, then added, "I'll need to use the...