Allen submitted an alumni visit application at the Seven Towers Alliance's Hub City office.
The clerk was a young First-level Wizard. His attitude was perfunctory but still polite. He pulled up Allen's file.
[Name: Allen Wesren]
[Status Tags: Special Recruit of the Gate of Truth; Personal Disciple of Master Mercer of the Black Tower of the Forge; High-Value Investment Target of the Plane Exploration and Development Association]
[Current Strength Assessment: Second-level Wizard]
The few short lines of golden text were so dazzling the clerk had to blink several times, his expression turning to one of solemn respect.
"Lord Wesren, your application has been approved. Have a pleasant return to the academy."
...
After passing through the Star Gate, Allen once again set foot on the circular plaza of the Panorama Corridor Plane.
The familiar, gel-like warmth of the air washed over him, leaving him momentarily disoriented.
