With more than ten days remaining before formal classes began, Ang used the time to carefully study the freshman enrollment guide issued by the academy. From it, he learned that tuition at the Imperial Magic Academy was 50 Gold Wack per year, with a three-year program. The 50 Gold Wack covered not only academic courses, but also accommodations, meals, and a range of other living expenses. Though the price was not cheap in Ang's eyes, it was absolutely worth it for one of the Empire's premier magic institutions. On the day of enrollment, Ang had already paid his first year's tuition. While completing the procedures, he also discovered that the academy's payment system was remarkably efficient and convenient, completely unlike the academic institutions in Tan'anster.
Although Ang's dormitory was a private single room, the entire dorm building contained numerous common areas, including a spacious lounge, a fully equipped gym, a reading room, and small gardens specifically for freshmen to socialize in. This abundance of shared spaces not only gave students more opportunities for social interaction, but also provided a convenient setting for academic exchanges. Ang noticed that the dormitory even had dedicated magic laboratories where students could practice and conduct experiments at any time, which undoubtedly made things much easier for those who wanted to improve their magical skills outside class.
On the first evening, after tidying his room, Ang decided to walk around and familiarize himself with the dormitory building. When he passed the lounge, he found it already bustling with activity. A group of freshmen were chatting excitedly, sharing their enrollment experiences and expectations for the future. Quite a few enthusiastic students had even started organizing small welcome parties, playing cheerful music and creating a lively atmosphere. Ang saw many students holding drinks and laughing together, while some