Academy World (4-in-1)

"Welcome to Academia, Your Excellency Kirik!"

A deep, secluded castle with a broad stone courtyard.

Roy and the others appeared, arriving in this world themed around an "academy."

Several wizards in white and blue robes, of varying ages, stood below the steps ahead to welcome them, all bowing in greeting.

Among these wizards, two merely placed their hands over their chests and nodded slightly in greeting.

One was a middle-aged man, while the other was a beautiful, mature woman. Both wore striking red robes, similar to those of governors, though the styles differed.

"Teaching Committee, Red Robe Governor, Dean's Office Director Dief. A pleasure to meet you."

"Teaching Committee, Red Robe Governor, Potionology Professor Cindis. A pleasure to meet you."

"A pleasure to meet you both. This is our first meeting."

Roy returned their greeting.

"I am the Alliance's specially appointed alchemist, a senior member of the Stonemason's Guild, and an alternate councilor, Kirik."

After some brief pleasantries, everyone boarded the luxurious Reindeer Cart and headed toward the academy.

Only then did Roy realize that the castle they had emerged from was located on a small hill in the eastern part of a gigantic island, surrounded by an endless sea.

"Our academy was established on a large island, more than two or three hundred kilometers from the Trial Continent, which is dedicated to serving as a testing ground.

"The Archmages who built it established different academies according to their departments' specialties, separating them in the form of cities, Witch Towers, fortresses, and villages.

"Each area has its own classrooms, residences for professors and lecturers, and various experimental and research bases!"

On the way, Dief enthusiastically took the initiative to explain the basic situation to Roy.

Cindis, meanwhile, observed him with considerable interest. Her eyes were filled with unconcealed admiration, and