"You have my medicine with you? Tell me how much it cost and what you want in return."
The dark light of the room made this deal look shady and full of conspiracy. But this conversation occurred in the middle of a public hallway.
Both participants pretended they did not notice the people pointing at them and gossiping. The exchange continued at its normal pace.
"I want the precious herbs your family imported last month. A dozen of each type would do for this medicine. I told you that it would not be cheap to make this medicine, but you insisted on it. Now, you will have to pay the price."
Rachael held the bubbling bottle out for the other student. He looked reluctant to take it but ended up extending his hand.
The bottle bubbled furiously when shaken, and the male teen quickly pulled his hand back. The purple liquid inside the bottle scared him, and he looked uncomfortable touching it.
