"I'm afraid the only hope of saving her lies in going to Wizard City and finding wizards proficient in psionics." Philip shook his head with a sigh, warning Lynn not to get his hopes up.
Though the girl's body had been frozen and showed no apparent changes, more than half a month had already passed. Her soul had likely dissipated long ago.
Lynn was somewhat disappointed by Philip's words. He had not known White Dove particularly well, but she had used Soul Shriek to help him defeat Antioch. He had therefore always done his utmost to save her.
"Freeze her for now. I happen to know a master of psionics who may be able to help... if he has the time," Master Herlam suddenly said.
Kevin, Philip, and the others looked at Master Herlam in surprise. Calling upon a master of psionics to treat a Wizard Apprentice who was very likely already dead seemed rather excessive.
Only Orlando showed a trace of helplessness on his face. He had known this would happen.
"Thank you so much, Master Herlam!" Joanne bowed deeply, visibly moved.
Lynn, too, expressed his thanks to the Great Wizard with some surprise.
At Master Herlam's suggestion, White Dove, who had been frozen once more, was moved to Iyetar Academy's infirmary, while Lynn and Joanne were separately taken to the residences for professors and students.
"Professor Lynn, this will be your residence from now on!" Theodore said as he led Lynn into a room.
From the moment he entered, Lynn had been surveying his surroundings. The room was spacious, far more than a simple bedroom for resting. It came equipped with a small alchemy bench and experimental apparatus for grinding herbs, while the bookcase, bed, desk, and chairs were all fully furnished. By the standards of this