January 1919 Military Academy - Berlinium - Imperia Empire
Unexpectedly I've found myself enlisting in the military at the age of six. One would think that it would be against rules which under normal conditions would be correct. However, I enlisted under abnormal circumstances, even if I didn't join, conscription would've been forced upon instead. The latter was a better choice. So, what was the unique situation that I a young girl enlisted? It's due to them discovering I was a mage. Obtaining me wouldn't have been hard for them, for I was an orphan. My parents abandoned me due to severe financial issues. They couldn't afford the care of a child. At least that was what said to me. I doubt they wanted to leave me, but at the moment, the orphanage was probably the best choice. As a final act of love, they left me with a name, and out of respect, I won't abandon it. Now, before the military discovered me, one wonders what I was doing before. Surviving really, orphanages don't tend to make a lot of money, but we're fed by nuns, mainly bread, sometimes soup. No one paid attention to orphans, maybe looks of pity, and perhaps some wanted to help but couldn't. Anyway, I used my time to explore the surroundings and gather information, although adults viewed it as playing. How would an orphan obtain a job? I have no idea. So luckily, when the military came confirming I'm a mage, asking if I want to enlist, I agreed too. Now, here I am, At the Berlinuim Military Academy. Dawning my attire for the first time, it bears a close resemblance to the German Empire's uniform of my homeworld.
Free education is not bad; I was never well versed in the military academy during my time. Surprisingly though, it's similar to a regular school/college minus the military aspect. I've finally got a good look at myself at my assigned barrack as one of those standing mirrors were there. Reflecting back at me is a young girl with straight dark brown hair that flows freely just below my shoulder line. The complexion of my skin is fair, the only thing that really sticks out is my heterochromia eyes. The left eye is blue while the other is brown. Other than that, I'm pretty normal, though I do get the occasional curious looks. Furthermore, its been a couple of weeks since I've arrived at the academy, it seems the first two years is building one's foundation, ranging from physical discipline and general education. As of right now, we are going over the Ciphering Jewel, a device that is essential to all mages.
"Cadet Luna Sternhell."
Standing at attention, "Sir!"
"Explain the 5 Processes of a Ciphering Jewel that a mage must go through." One of the first things we learned and also one of the most important.
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"The first step is the channeling mana through the body towards the core of the jewel."
"What is a core cadet."
"The core is the heart of the ciphering jewel; without it, the device will cease to function, making the mage utterly useless." The instructor nods in approvement and motions me to proceed.
"The second step is transmitting; the transmitter is the mage itself, which leads to the third step of receiving. The core acts as the receiver, which absorbs the mana, which then moves to step 4, the core processes the mana. Finally, the fifth step, the ciphers within the Jewel casing activates, which assist and calculate the spell the mage wishes to use."
"Correct." Taking a seat once giving permission. Without the wireless mana transmission method, the ciphering jewel device wouldn't have been possible. The steps I listed might seem long, but it all happens within seconds thanks to the invention of the differential Analyzer, which was reversed engineered to work for magic.
The instructor proceeds with the class asking more questions to others before we are all dismissed. Once all courses are done, there is still plenty of time in the day. What's left of the day is spent either in the library or continuing my physical training. Knowledge such as math is not required as severely do the fact my past memories remembered such things. The real exception is history, along with military life I've never experienced because this is an alternate world of my earth that I'm originally from. I'm going to need all the extra time I can get since I'm at a disadvantage, just looking at myself one could tell I am unable to overpower an adult in this state. Perhaps an average person eventually but trained military personnel? I don't think so. I've been improving my agility and flexibility equally to make up for the difference in the strength of other cadet's. Assuming the worse, god put as many disadvantages as possible, which includes height. I may remain short forever; however, I'm taking advantage of being a kid as my body adapts better than the average adult due to the fact I'm still growing. And if I implement proper exercise on top of my current regimen, I should be in peak condition.
When returning to my assigned barracks, I'm not the only one there. Occasionally conversation will occur with my roommates, but whether it's because I'm inept at socializing or that I'm a kid, they assume I cannot relate to them. Therefore blaming them holds no purpose as I would do the same. Still, I do get varying degrees of looks, which I assume the cause is my age and the fact that I'm female. Their concerns are unnecessary, being female is trivial compared to results. Besides, it's not like I'm the only female. Being reincarnated in this body does not mean I'll change my ways. No matter what environment I'm placed in, I'll do my best.
On the other hand, I'm a child; I'm going to be looked down on, which means I'll have much work ahead of me. Even after my graduation from the academy. Though for now, I'll have to focus on getting in at least the top five no matter what.