I'm a Barterman, Not a Babysitter

In a world divided by hatred and fear, Leif is an elvish jack of all trades who values the necessity of self-reliance and practical connections. When a seemingly routine job entangles him with a mysterious young girl, his life as he knows it spirals into chaos. Little does he know, the child harbors a formidable magic that has drawn the ruthless scrutiny of the human military. Now Leif must grapple with his role in her fate as the unlikely pair embarks on a perilous journey to the safety of the elvish nation, pursued relentlessly by those who seek to exploit the girl's power. As the lines between right and wrong blur, and everything he thinks he understands about the world is put to the test, Leif confronts his deepest fears and fights for his life in this gripping first volume of insecurity, resilience, and sacrifice.