Kaiser, Amelia, and Merias are having a meal together, though the atmosphere at the table is somewhat uneven. Merias takes charge of the conversation, filling the air with her vibrant energy and clever words. Meanwhile, Kaiser remains calm and composed, only responding when necessary, while Amelia occasionally interjects with short, curt remarks, clearly less than thrilled with Merias's overly cheerful demeanor
"You both have Spell Array next, right?" Merias asks, her bright eyes flitting between the two
"Yes" Kaiser replies curtly, nodding politely
"Did you choose that course too?" Amelia asks, her gaze narrowing slightly in suspicion
"That's right" Merias answers promptly, her smile unfaltering "So, why don’t we walk to the classroom together? Having company would make it more enjoyable"
Amelia is silent for a few seconds, glancing at Kaiser as though waiting for him to decide. However, Kaiser merely shrugs, clearly seeing no reason to refuse "I don’t mind" he says in an even tone
With Kaiser agreeing, Amelia has no choice but to nod in reluctant acceptance, though her unease lingers "Fine. If you want to come along, then come"
"Wonderful! I'm looking forward to chatting with both of you more" Merias says cheerfully, her eyes sparkling as if she'd just achieved her goal
The three head toward the Spell Array classroom together, their presence attracting the attention of other students
When they arrive, much like in the Monster Ecology class, Kaiser picks a seat at the back of the room. Amelia and Merias sit near him - Amelia to his right, exuding her usual composed demeanor, and Merias next to Amelia, radiating confidence and ease
A few minutes later, the professor for Spell Array enters the room. He introduces himself as Matthew Hill, a man whose scholarly appearance mirrors that of Professor Thomas. However, the most striking difference lies in his demeanor - Matthew exudes warmth and joy, his kind smile a constant presence
Since this is the first class of this course, Professor Hill focuses on introducing the applications of Mana in everyday life, such as using it to create light for lamps or enabling long-distance communication through special devices. His passion for the subject shines through, as though he’s sharing the thing he loves most in the world
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Throughout the lesson, what surprises Kaiser the most is Merias's demeanor. In stark contrast to her lively, bubbly persona at lunch, she sits quietly, her full attention on Professor Hill’s lecture. Not a single joke or playful remark escapes her lips - just a focused and unexpectedly serious expression. This side of her reminds Kaiser of her role as the successor of her noble family
The class concludes with Professor Hill bidding the students farewell with a warm smile. As the three prepare to leave, Merias, back to her usual cheerful self, waves at Kaiser and Amelia
"See you both in the next class" she says confidently, her signature sparkle in her eyes
As Merias disappears down the hall, Amelia turns to Kaiser with a remark "Her over-the-top positivity reminds me of Farah"
Hearing this, Kaiser chuckles softly, a trace of nostalgia flickering in his eyes
"She does resemble Farah a bit, but Farah would never sit still for a lesson"
He recalls studying with Farah under Myreni's strict guidance. Farah often found ways to avoid lessons, even convincing him to skip occasionally. Inevitably, they both ended up being scolded by Myreni
"True" Amelia agrees, her expression thoughtful "Merias's focus on the lecture really fits her important role in her family"
Listening to Amelia’s observation, a mischievous thought crosses Kaiser's mind. He smiles faintly before speaking
"Then why weren’t you focused on the lesson and instead chatting with me?"
Amelia's eyes widen at the accusation, and she quickly pouts, retorting
"I was paying attention! Besides, I don’t have to rule a kingdom, I just want to be a spoiled princess" She playfully swats Kaiser's arm
Kaiser shrugs, his tone teasing "Whatever you say"
His indifferent response only irritates Amelia further. Her light taps soon turn into stronger punches, drawing a genuine laugh from Kaiser
The two continue their playful banter as they walk down the grand hallways, parting ways with smiles before heading back to their respective rooms
Once in his room, Kaiser changes out of his uniform before heading to the academy's training area to prepare for tomorrow’s sparring session with Lily
Upon arriving, Kaiser is surprised to find the area bustling despite the evening sky turning darker. The massive training facility is filled with students, including second and third years. The space is well-organized: one side houses weights and equipment, while a spacious section is reserved for swordplay and martial arts, with mats spread evenly across the floor. At the center lies a large dueling arena encased in translucent mana-infused walls, where some students are sparring, drawing an audience of onlookers. There are also specialized zones for mana training, where a few students are testing their Mana skills
Kaiser steps in, his gaze sweeping over the lively scene before heading to a quieter corner with a row of large weights. After a quick warm-up with some stretches, he begins lifting with focused intensity
By the time he finishes, his body is drenched in sweat, but he feels invigorated. Grabbing a nearby towel, he wipes his face and neck before leaving the training area and returning to his room
Back in his room, Kaiser hangs up his outerwear neatly, then changes into a fresh, comfortable outfit. The soft fabric soothes his tired muscles as he pours another glass of water, savoring its coolness. Finally, he lies down on his bed, exhaustion and satisfaction blending seamlessly as he drifts off to sleep