It had been nearly two years since Ang arrived in this world, and he felt that he was gradually achieving one short-term goal after another. Life at the Imperial Magic Academy was intense yet fulfilling, but the academy still arranged several days of leave each month. After all, even students who loved magic most needed time to readjust and rest. During his first half-year at the Imperial Magic Academy, Ang had devoted himself almost entirely to studying. Gao An, Angeli, and several other friends had invited him out many times, but Ang spent most of his time focused on improving his strength and had rarely joined those activities. Aside from taking a magic carriage to view the city scenery when he had first arrived in Akreli, he had never left the academy again after officially enrolling.
Recently, one assessment after another had come in rapid succession, and Ang had barely given himself any room to relax. Fortunately, this round of assessments had finally ended, and he felt more at ease than ever before. He knew he needed to rest a little and ease his taut nerves. Just then, Gao An and the others extended another invitation, planning to take advantage of the public holiday to relax properly in the city. Gao An had originally assumed Ang would refuse as usual. He had only invited him out of habitual politeness and had not held much hope. To his surprise, Ang readily agreed this time. "I really should get out for a walk. The pressure has been pretty heavy lately."
Hearing Ang's response, Gao An and the others were all somewhat surprised, then delighted that he was joining them. So, the group set aside their worries and embarked on a relaxing outing.
The moment they passed through the academy gates, Akreli's prosperity