activated, mandrake actually gets stronger over time. Two years is good for what we’re doing.” A sudden thought occurred to me. “Do you still have the water it sat in?”

He pointed to a jar of cloudy liquid one shelf down from the root. “Right there.”

“Awesome,” I said and grabbed that jar. Glancing around, I saw a small work table. Good. I walked over and put down the two jars.

“What else are you looking for? I have a system and can find things quickly.” He sounded almost eager.

I thought for a moment. “Mullein, basil, mandrake, white sandalwood and frankincense for an incense.” On my own, I probably would have used rosemary instead of frankincense, but if he had the good stuff, I’d use it. Well, I planned to use a...

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