A few seconds after he left, she opened a gate, calling out to them, "You may enter. I managed to fool him."
As they entered, Previca spoke sarcastically, looking at him. "You didn't fool anyone. You're basically like him, almost like he is. I feel like I'm with Yuta himself, if only you weren't so different at the same time."
"Like cold water and hot water, or perhaps a dragon and a phoenix. One loves power, self-interest, and personal goals. The other loves solitude and personal growth, but without exploiting those around him."
Jeba remained silent, listening to Previca's words, which seemed to imply that she and Yuta were one and the same, despite Yuta being from the Casseraal family, which consisted only of Yuta Casseraal, his sister Seri, and Barcoa, who died some time before Yuta joined the academy.
And there was no information about Count Yamirzas having any Even though he was accused of involvement with the Scorpion Organization, specifically the Black and White Scorpions, despite her three-month search with the help of the McIntyre family's followers,
the idea of him being brothers or even from the same family seemed unlikely until she found evidence to support her claim and connect all the dots.
They continued on their way without delay, fearing the arrival of the real Yuta and getting into real trouble, as Yuta was strict with anyone using his identity.
Lucy, Previca, and Lauren watched with admiration as the workers prepared the entertainment center.
The games that had been installed and placed were so tempting that they wanted to play, but they were all off, and the mana crystal that provided energy hadn't been activated yet.
This annoyed them because they couldn't play any of the games as they had planned.
As they wandered around the entertainment center, they sensed Yuta's presence behind them, which terrified them. Lucy and Previca... Previca and Lauren bowed and apologized in unison, "Yuta, we didn't mean it. I hope you'll forgive us."
Gia looked at them in surprise as they bowed, their faces dark with fear.
She spoke in an annoyed tone as she left them, "You bunch of idiots! I'm embarrassed to be around you again."
Embarrassment showed as they listened to Giba's words. They raised their heads, looking at Beatrice and Giba, who were left frozen in place.
They followed them, their embarrassment still evident on their faces.
Five minutes passed as they wandered through an entertainment center, finding many different types of games that were still unusable.
Lauren sighed as she looked around, then spoke sarcastically while looking at a virtual reality game, "You have the same presence as Yuta. I thought you were him."
Lauren spoke while patting the person next to her without even looking at them, much to their surprise. Innocent Gia and Beatrice were looking at one of the rides.
Her gaze shifted to the person next to her, and she saw Yuta Casseraal staring at her coldly. His sharp, crimson eyes were enough to send shivers down her spine.
"Aaa ... Under maintenance, any foolish or unintentional action will damage the equipment, and it's best to have the money ready for compensation in case of that.
He then snapped his fingers, and they disappeared from the scene without giving them a chance to say anything in their defense.
Outside the entertainment center, each of them stood in front of a private gate, looking at the sign posted on the door.
[⚠️⚡No Entry. The building is undergoing maintenance and contains highly sensitive materials.
Maintenance period: 3 days
Start date: Monday, June 1st, 675
End date: Wednesday, June 3rd, 675
Opening day: Thursday, June 4th, 675
Therefore, we ask our customers to wait for the opening, which will be on the day of the festival. Please note that the first two days will be free.]
Brifika and Lucy Loren sighed in deep disappointment as they left. They had wanted to try the rides, but they were off and had no power to operate.
This made visiting the entertainment center... Another attempt was pointless, as they realized that Yuta had set a password to identify him. Since Jia was present, they could still enter.
"So, what are your plans? Should we continue as planned, or change the subject?" Previca asked excitedly, changing the subject.
Lauren looked at them in surprise for a few seconds before speaking curiously, looking around and forgetting what had just happened. "I'm curious about the places you wanted us to visit. It'll be so much fun, won't it?"
Lucy put her hands around Lauren's neck and smiled slightly, which made Lauren flustered for a few seconds. "Since we're agreed on what to do, our next destination will be the Yang and Yin Garden, where the Zhao Li and Alessandra trees are located."
They looked at him for a few seconds before heading to the Yang and Yin Garden, considered the oldest garden in human history, created by a sacred constellation formed from the union of Ki and Chi and mana over millions of years.
It is considered one of the rare places in the world that contains Kono in an atmosphere, rather than a collection of unrelated energies in the atmosphere.
Any Kono user was forced to distribute it precisely within their body, otherwise chaos would ensue if Qi entered the mana core, and vice versa.
However, places like Yang Garden and Yin Garden did not have to do this because Qi, Ki, and Mana are all mixed, making their distribution extremely easy. When energy enters the body, it moves to its destinations on its own, but when it is outside the body, you have to direct it yourself.
Although it seems difficult, they were able toThanks to continuous training and practice, walking has become as natural to them as it is to walk.
That's why the Yang and Yin Garden is considered by them to be a 7-star resort destination visited by people of all races.
They walk for an hour before finally arriving, only to find it closed. The same message is posted on the gate leading to the Yang and Yin Garden:
[No Entry. The garden is undergoing maintenance.
Maintenance Duration: 4 Days
Start Date: Sunday, May 31, 675
End Date: Wednesday, June 3, 675
Opening Date: Thursday, June 4, 675
Therefore, we ask our customers to wait for the opening, which will take place on the day of the festival. Please note that the first two days will be free of charge.]
This made them even more upset than they already were. They were unable to visit the Yang and Yin Garden because it was temporarily closed, and they realized that the circus workers would also prevent them from entering.
"So what are we supposed to do now? We haven't done what we planned to do." Lucy spoke with annoyance and sadness that she hadn't been able to do everything she'd wanted to do all day, and it was 11:34 PM.
Beatrice looked at him for several seconds before breaking the silence. "What do you think about going back to Ain Sultan Restaurant for breakfast, then continuing our tour of the city? There are still many things to see."
Lucy, Previca, and Lauren all looked excited after hearing Beatrice's words, which gave them some enthusiasm to continue their day.
However, their tour didn't last long, as they were alone and 90% of the shops and entertainment venues were closed, except for Ain Sultan Restaurant, which was open 24 hours a day and considered the most famous Arabic and local restaurant in Giemburg. It attracted visitors from both inside and outside Giemburg, making it impossible for it to close. They headed there, as it was already part of their plans.
After two hours of sightseeing, they arrived at Ain Sultan Restaurant, sat down at a table, and then ordered.
Lauren spoke, looking at them, remembering when Yuta had kicked them out. "Isn't he your friend? Why did he kick us out like we're a bunch of idiots who'll ruin his business?"
Both Previca and Lucy looked at her, clearly annoyed after hearing him call them intrusive fools.
Beatrice retorted, glancing at a waiter placing food on a table. "From what I understand, the devices are still unstable because they don't contain a mana core, which acts as both a falling and stabilizing tool. Or perhaps, as you said, we were just a bunch of intrusive fools to him, and I think the second explanation is more accurate."
Bprevica and Lucy's expressions grew even more annoyed and angry after hearing Beatrice's words. They ate their food while whispering amongst themselves.
Meanwhile, at the Verslaken Academy, Soliver and Leo, two of the most senior and experienced professors, were sitting.
He was looking towards Soliver remained silent for several seconds before Leo broke the silence between them. "Mr. Soliver, as I observed in the midterm exam, after watching all the recorded scenes of the students several times, including the battle against the Scorpion Organization and the fight against the Goblin Cavalier,"
"there are ordinary students with terrifying abilities both inside and outside the academy. Among them are Tom Armin and Seok Previca from the Academy, and Aaron from the Gens Magic Academy. He and Son Goku, I think it would be best to send them with us to the Heavenly Immortals Academy, if the academy's director, Gens Magic, agrees."
Soliver remained silent, reviewing Leo's words. There were three ordinary students with terrifying abilities and one student from the other academy, the one located in the Imperial Capital.
While it seemed appealing to some, going outside the ordinary world was an honor reserved for the very best, a mere 0.01% of the ordinary world's population, which numbered 5 The worlds of those who were able to freely leave their ordinary world.
However, the director of the Gence Magic Academy is extremely stubborn and will refuse the request. Moreover, the Heavenly Immortals Academy might also refuse, as they had already compiled a list of students after a written exam, confirmed upon their return from the city of Euspecies.
Therefore, even if the director of the Gence Magic Academy agrees, the Heavenly Immortals Academy might not, and might even cancel the joint study altogether. Thus, refusing was a wiser decision for him.
A sigh of frustration escaped Leo's lips as he realized this, and he changed the subject to another goal that had been on his mind since he was on Jeju Island.
"Sir, I've noticed that the Verselkin Academy focuses its attention on students from high social classes, as most of them are students of powerful social figures. Yuta Casseral Baron is currently the president of one of the most powerful major companies, and on top of that, he controls 55% of the global market and 37% of the workforce."
"Lucy And the Greys, Yoriichi, Gea Gowther, and others are considered members of the Grand Duchesses. Beatrice is the granddaughter of the former Magic Emperor, Boswell, considered a prodigy of the century in various sciences.
"There is little focus on commoners, with several students possessing remarkable abilities, including Previca, Tom Armin, Seok, Soho, Nicholas, Kazuhiro, Christian, Leon, and Inuyasha, who left after their battle against the Goblin Ruler Cavalier."
"So, what do you think, Mr. Soliver? Will you begin to consider my request?"
Soliver pondered the matter. There were several commoners with terrifying abilities this year; this was dubbed the Year of Miracles, as several characters with exceptional talent, abilities, and skills had emerged.
However, supporting and focusing on commoners would bring much criticism from fanatical nobles. At the same time, the wisest course of action was to make the academy equal for all students and make it more rigorous than it should be, while simultaneously creating the best system.
One of the problems Which occurs between commoners and nobles fanatically convinced of their superiority and the worthless masses, potentially sowing the seeds of rebellion and civil war in the future.
"Well, you're right, Mr. Leo. Treating students equally will help the Verselkin Academy become the best in the future," Soliver's voice was calm as he produced a document to formalize the matter.
A satisfied smile spread across his face.Leo turned to look at Director Soliver as he wrote on a document. Although the decision wouldn't be implemented until next year, he accepted it.
He spoke happily, remembering the promise he'd made to Seok that day. "Thank you, Mr. Soliver, for not rejecting my proposal."
"You're welcome. It's my job and yours, and it benefits the Freslaken Academy and its current and future students. You may leave now, Mr. Leo."
Leo stood up and left, a faint smile still on his face. The feeling of having fulfilled his promise and completed his duty filled him with immense happiness.
Soliver glanced towards a window and saw students and professors collaborating to finish their work quickly.
He then looked back at the papers and documents he needed to study.
Two days remained before the festival, filled with the same energy and enthusiasm with which they began. Some enjoyed a period of cooperation, relaxation, and leisure, while others focused on their work.
It wasn't even four days until the festival began. The preparation period is simply a time when everyone uses their time for something – whether to gain benefits and wealth, or simply to relax and be ready for the festival.
The seven days may be long for some and short for others, but they will be unforgettable for everyone, though the experience will be different for each person.