“White Snow Academy has a short history compared to other academies but is one of the fastest to reach its peak.”
“Unlike other academies which were built for the benefit of the country, White Snow Academy is an independent academy that attracts many organizations and nobles who compete to graduate from the academy. Not only that, it is not uncommon for various organizations and clans to enroll their descendants there.” The young man explained briefly. He kindly explained everything that needed to be known to Ivo.
Under his robe, the number ‘3’ could be seen on his sleeve. The young man in front of him was a third year student of the academy.
As the two walked for a while, he turned around and looked at Ivo. “Is there anything you need to know?”
Ivo shook his head. “I already know what I need to know about White Snow Academy. So if possible, can I enroll now?”
Without waiting for an answer from the person in front of him, Ivo walked away leaving the young man behind.
“What a bother. I can’t believe I had to listen to that guy’s ramblings for 3 hours. Not only did he explain in detail, he even praised the White Snow Academy excessively.”
With a short sigh, Ivo walked leisurely. Several eyes were directed at him and all of them were gazes of curiosity and strong interest.
Behind the trees, the students who were studying would stop what they were doing and start looking at Ivo who was not wearing the White Snow Academy uniform. When he walked through the park, several beautiful female students would stop their conversations and turn their gazes towards Ivo.
Some even wanted to guide him in registering for the academy but Ivo firmly refused. After walking quite a distance, Ivo sat on a park bench while looking at the sunrise that brought a glimmer of orange.
“Oh God… I forgot that the students of the White Snow Academy really have a unique habit of approaching new test takers.” Ivo grumbled a little while massaging his head.
“This place is still too big for an academy.”
The White Snow Academy had a short history but was one of the fastest to reach its peak. For an academy, the White Snow Academy had almost rivaled various large organizations in this world.
This statement is not without reason.
If calculated from the total area owned by Ernest City, White Snow Academy covers more than 30% of Ernest City. Not to mention there are many other areas that they control outside this island.
The wealth and knowledge they have may be a little less but the influence they have in the field of knowledge is truly amazing. Although all of that is just an illusion that they form to bias the White Snow Academy.
It all goes back to a fact that is not widely known by everyone in this world.
And that is because of the existence of one person.
"Only one person, because of the existence of that one person no one dares to touch one area owned by the White Snow Academy," Ivo muttered silently.
Even most of the organizations that stand do not dare to oppose the White Snow Academy. And that is because of the power possessed by one person who is the founder of the White Snow Academy.
Someone's voice woke him from his reverie. "Ummm ... excuse me, can I ask you a question?"
"Hmmm??" Ivo turned his head to the side and saw a girl standing next to a park bench holding a book.
She looked like an innocent girl. But when his eyes saw a golden symbol consisting of a book and a globe, Ivo was shocked but held back his expression.
‘Isn’t she…’
The girl beside him had an inhuman beauty. Long hair with a silvery white color. Her face had a rather delicate glow with pure white skin. She had sapphire blue eyes that made her very charming. Her body was wrapped in light blue clothes without any excessive accessories and a black skirt. Simple but very fitting with the atmosphere that was emitted.
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When Ivo saw her, the world seemed blurry and his mind became chaotic. Although it was only for a moment, he couldn’t think straight when he saw the woman in front of him.
What is this woman doing in this place?
In 3 seconds, Ivo calmed down the turmoil that arose and forced himself to calm down through the third manifestation.
“It is my honor to meet the daughter of the Observer.” Ivo said flatly. Under the influence of the third manifestation, his face showed a calm expression without a ripple.
“Observer? What do you mean?” The girl asked with an innocent face. She blinked her eyes when she saw Ivo who immediately stood up from his seat.
Ivo glanced at the girl who looked confused by the term Observer. Even so, the expression and intention that this woman tried to hide could not escape his observation.
‘The eyes of the Observers are watching this world. These words should be enough to dispel this pretense, right?’ Ivo brought this thought to his mind.
The girl who was the daughter of the Observer nodded slightly and said through telepathy. ‘You seem to know quite a lot. It’s been a long time since I’ve seen someone who knows my identity. But… you’re quite careless to call me Observer in a place like this.’
Ivo glanced briefly at several students who were around and tried to hear the conversation between the two.
“If you’re uncomfortable with that term, then I’ll impolitely call you by your father’s last name. Ms. Valentine.”
“Oh, I didn’t expect you to know my father’s last name. If so, then I will also call you by your last name, Mr. Graham.”
“It is an honor.”
Ivo was about to step back but his hand was immediately pulled by Ms. Valentine. She with her beautiful and innocent face said in a bright tone like a teenager who was new to the world. “If it is not a bother… could you help me register for White Snow Academy?”
“This…” Ivo was silent for a moment.
Register? Register for what?
You are the daughter of Ary Valentine. One of the 7 Observers of this world. Why did you come to White Snow Academy?
Ary Valentine… what is that person planning?
As if the last thought was conveyed to the Woman in front of him, She replied with a slight laugh. ‘Are you curious?’
Ivo could guess a few things but the main reason this girl was here was most likely because of the thoughts Ary read after he snapped his fingers.
The problem was, what memories did Ary read? If it was a memory that was not very important, then Ary V. would not have bothered sending his daughter to a place like this especially when the Observers knew what would happen after the new student intake.
If it was valuable, then Ary would have definitely acted directly and there was no need to send his daughter to this place.
But he also felt restrained and could not take direct action such as reading the information in his brain or reading his soul.
It was likely that he was restrained by the Court of the Dead from making a move. But the information he read was interesting enough for Ary and he decided to send his daughter.
This was the most likely thing to happen. Otherwise, Meryl Valentine would definitely be staying in the Observatory occupied by the Observers and not be in this place.
“So… are you willing, Mr. Graham?”
“I believe you can apply yourself. Especially considering the background you have.”
Ivo politely refused but his hand could not escape from Meryl’s grip. Even when he was about to pull his hand away forcefully, Ivo realized Meryl was showing a faint smile.
This woman…
If that’s how you play, then we’ll see who will survive until the end.
“If Ms. Valentine really needs a guide then I’ll be happy to guide you.” Ivo showed a smile.
Hand in hand, the two walked around looking around the White Snow Academy’s outer area. Around, lush trees stood tall like a forest and produced various kinds of flowers that gave off a refreshing fragrance.
Ivo explained a few things while forcibly matching his steps with Meryl who was holding him back from walking so fast. She would only show a smile while pulling Ivo several times to pick some blue flowers that were around.
“Isn’t this flower beautiful? It’s quite rare to see a northern orchid in a place like this.” Meryl said in amazement while holding out her hand. A very fine magical energy flowed and formed a thin bubble that brought one of the flowers towards her.
Up close, a distinctive refreshing aroma could be smelled while giving a slight chill inside the body. Meryl turned towards Ivo and handed the flower to Ivo.
“Do you like it? Honestly, I quite like the various kinds of flowers in this world. They are beautiful but also useful for their surroundings. Although they look fragile, flowers are also an important part of a plant.”
“What do you think.” Meryl showed a sweet smile that was so charming.
What is this woman trying to do?
Ivo didn’t understand. His brain kept working hard to think about this when he saw many men and women around this place. Even the man who met him in front of the gate was also in this place.
They seemed to be mesmerized to the point of speechlessness. They were as stiff as statues and couldn’t move or look away. When they saw Meryl’s sweet smile, the hearts of everyone who saw it seemed to melt and they seemed to fall into a hole that they could never see the bottom of.
Ivo, who was calm and undisturbed, felt a strong sense of danger.
This woman…
Ivo unconsciously took a step back. He tried to forcefully pull his hand out of Meryl’s tight grip but it was in vain. When Ivo took a step back, Meryl took two steps forward and brought her face closer to his.
Her sweet lips moved as her soft voice echoed in his ears like melodious music. “Mr. Graham, you haven’t answered my question. Why are you trying to run away.”
“The people in this place might misunderstand if you act strangely right now, right? So, why don’t we enjoy today and have some fun.”
Alongside her sweet voice, Meryl sent her mind to Ivo. ‘let’s see who will survive until the end. Me, or some strange method you use to maintain your state of mind.’