The room went quiet after Belil announcement. Risa who had been cheerfully eating stopped.
“You’re lying right…. They’re probably going to be basic stuff that I already know.”
“That’s true, but what’s special about the academy is there test determines what level you’re put in. In that case it wouldn’t be a problem if you can show your skill you hone.”
Risa thought for awhile. Belil was right. If she can get into the academy with her strength and talent that can match it. It would be further challenge her to a new stage, which couldn’t be found in this tepid household full of servants.
She had guess there would certain be constant pressure and competition to drive her in her conquest for supreme power. Besides with the soul that had merge with Aoi, the dragon god.
For the past 5 years accustoming wasn’t so easy. But, with her training she had come to learn how powerful Aoi really was.
The destructive force she could feel inside her soul was enough to consume the world. It enhance her body as she aged, hardening it to the point where simple swords and weapons weren’t enough to wound her, but this was only the beginning.
Not only did it improve her body. Even her beauty was not what she had expected. Blonde hair, blue eyes, her petite yet childish body gave off an innocent charm, and her face that could bring the world to ruins, it was more or less a curse for her.
Previously being a man it didn’t suit well that other guys would look at her with eyes of temptation. The worst part was, this too wasn’t going to stop.
Eventually in years to come her beauty and body will continue to grow as well, just thinking about made her depress.
Well you can’t being a dragon god without two traits. It was more or less better than being ugly.
“Ris what are you thinking about?”
Belil who been glancing over to Risa asked. She seem lost in her thoughts and wonder if the last thing she said was too much, it made her feel anxious. Afterall she was still just a child. The fact that she would go to live over at the campus in the dorms would be expecting too much.
“It’s nothing…. What you said is right Belil. The peaceful mansion is indeed holding me back, but for me to leave after 5 years. Do you really want to get rid of me that bad?”
Risa put up an act and showed a smirk. Belil who sat beside her gave a piercing stare and lightly chop her on the head.
“Of course not, I was just looking after you. In fact I don’t really want you to leave, but seeing you try so hard training everyday made me want to help in such a way.”
“Belil, you know I love you, I even see you as my second mother! Don’t be upset…. Now you making me feel guilty, i’m sorry….”
Belil gave her a smile.
“If you don’t want me to feel sad than go to the royal exam tomorrow. I would feel happy and proud.”
Risa grabbed her hand and looked at her with a firm expression.
“You can count on me.”
She nodded and replied back as she gently squeeze her hand.
“Well, get sleeping, because will have to wake up tomorrow, extra early.”
“Okay, good night Belil.”
“Good night Ris sweet dreams~”
Risa went back into her room and laid on her bed and reminisce about what Belil had said and academy. How was life in a city? Will she get to meet her father? Such thoughts loom over Risa...
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Before the sun had risen the dark mansion was quite busy during this time in preparation for the trip to the imperial city.
Risa who woke up early had gotten herself dressed fashionably as this was an important event. She had to look at least nice to the exam is what Belil said. She wore a red and black short sleeve floral belted dress and wedge shoes.
When she saw herself on the mirror Risa she could only sigh. At this rate she was afraid she’ll end up a narcissist.
“Ris i’m coming in.”
Belil opened the door and entered. When she saw what Risa had on she could only stare.
“Ris you’re so cute!~”
“B-elil what are yo-”
She ran over and started hugging her tightly in her arms while rubbing her cheek across Risa.
“Let’s go shall we?”
While still holding her around those thin arms Belil took out a black veil to put it on Risa’s head.
Belil who was still dress in her usual maid outfit took out a gemstone from her pocket. These were used as a teleportation device to be able to reach long distances. But, since the price on only one were so high it was a luxury to even own one. Only nobles and royal family usually could afford such things.
The gem started to glow with brightness and the light surrounded both her and Belil. They faded into a blur and were transported outside the city gates.
Guards stood and blockaded the gates in a strict manner. No one was allowed to pass without clearance. One of the guard who looked around his 30s gave them a glance with disdain and arrogance.
“You two! What are you doing this early in the day!?”
“We came here for the test for the royal academy, if you could allow us in please.”
Belil showed her an emblem. It was the symbol of the Bardolf’s household.
Fear and panic instantly shadowed the previous haughty attitude.
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“Yes, Madam! Right this way!”
Belil and Risa passed with ease after, not much problems occur along the process. Since they were early on arriving Belil decided to they would stay at an inn for the time being to rest.
After walking through the somewhat empty street Risa saw a building that had a wooden beer sign.
The two of them entered and upon arriving they saw a young woman who looked to be the innkeeper.
“What can I do for you two lovely ladies? Would you like a room to stay over?”
“Yes will be staying for only a day, two rooms.”
“That would be 2 silver.”
Belil took out two silver from her pocket and gave it to the young woman behind the counter. In this world the currency was quite simple.
100 copper = 1 silver
100 silver = 1 gold
100 gold = 1 platinum
“Here are your two keys, your rooms is on the second floor.”
“Thank you.”
Both Risa and Belil went ahead to their room. The hallway and the floor was mostly made out of wood. Upon seeing the their room number with bronze plate. Before Risa and Belil departed they decided to rest a bit before going out to the examination.
Upon arriving, the room was quite simple. A bed, table, and a small bathroom.
She went ahead and took off her veil and laid on the bed and closed her eyes.
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*Knock* *Knock*
“Ris, it’s time to head out.”
Risa who had an abrupt wake up call rubbed her eyes and yawn. Her attire was a bit wrinkled and she gently brushed her dress. Without hurrying she made her way towards the door and opened it while putting on her veil back in place.
“Ris, what happened you should really respond when i’m calling you, you had me worried.”
“Sorry, Belil I was getting some sleep.”
“Well, it can’t be helped. Now, let’s go it’s about time we go. You don’t want to be lining up, do you?”
“Don’t we have our Bardolf emblem? We can easily make our way through like this, no?”
“That’s true, but there will be plenty of other important figures, nobles taking it with you.”
Belil took Risa’s hand and led her to the dining area.
“Before we go have something to eat.”
She handed her a menu. The food here wasn’t too luxurious. It was more targeted towards commoners alike. She decided to take the beef stew with black bread.
After ordering they didn’t have to wait long before the food arrived. The wooden plate in which the stew contain was steaming and the bread was served around a napkin.
The taste wasn’t good or bad, but it definitely really impress her. She, who grew up delicious food felt like it was bland. Risa didn’t even finish the half of it and decided it was enough. Instead of wasting the food, she called in the beggar who she saw before entering the inn, along with the bread.
“Let us go shall we.”
Belil took her hand again and this time they adventured outside the inn and beyond. In the afternoon the capital was much more lively. People sold different things on the streets with stalls, if not they had mats laid out. There was plenty of regular stores as well selling various items.
But, the one that drew Risa’s attention was the slave markets and the slave auction. Most of them were young women and children.
It made her blood boil in rage when she saw such cruelty. In this world slaves were treated as toys nothing more. Men invention to meet their greedy desires.
Beside that the capital had a lot to offer, which Risa thoroughly enjoyed. The adventure guild was one of them. An adventure did quest and request from the guild and in return receive rewards. Mostly money as payment.
But, why people decided becoming an adventure was due to fame and status. Ranks were simple.
Copper - Iron - Silver - Gold - Mithril - Platinum - Diamond - Adamantine
Heros in the story she read were in were Adamantine rank. Being in this rank gave you privilege of at an equal footing with the king himself. You were free to do whatever, and whenever you want.
This was her dream. To graduate from the academy and become an adventure, until then she had to contain her excitement and not get distracted.
Belil said the education for the royal academy was the best. She will use this as an opportunity to use their resource and environment to get stronger.
This school was only her stepping stone. Her dream was to conquer the world.
“Ris were here.”
Risa saw a large building decorated with marbles and exquisite architecture. There weren’t many people, since they were early, but Risa and Belil saw a couple of people already assigned their own instructor for the exam. The atmosphere was clean and a faint sense of arrogance.
“Royal Academy…. Wait for me.”
Risa muttered under her veil.