First Clash (5-in-1)

Roy followed Tager into the warehouse.

Through casual questions and the basic information he had learned before setting out, he quickly gained a general understanding of their current predicament.

Because the organization had suffered a devastating blow, all its branches had gone into hiding and shifted to underground operations.

Not only Tager—even Roy, the newly appointed person in charge, did not know where the members were. He could only place himself in the open, like a bonfire illuminating the entire world.

For now, the Hermetic Society on the wizards' side could be said to be utterly silent.

Many mentors' fates were unknown, let alone their ability to perform their duties normally.

"To be honest, I had already gotten word of your application to the Royal Palace on the very first day.

"Afterward, I contacted Academia and combined that with my own observations. It took me a long time to confirm everything before I sent you a request to meet..."

"Even without the temple, the Church and the Royal Authority are naturally hostile toward the Hermetic Society. It's a good thing that you were cautious."

"That's also because of those colleagues of mine in Lux...

"That place has already become a theocracy, ruled according to Church Law."

Tager could not help feeling somewhat dejected when he brought up the matter.

"Don't worry. After some time, I'll personally go over there and take a look."

Roy comforted him.

Not long afterward, Roy formally introduced Furia's identity to Tager.

"This is Furia, a lecturer at the academy. While I'm in the Lux Kingdom rebuilding the organization, she'll deliver orders to you and guide your work.

"At the same time, I'll have her serve as a lecturer here so that she can familiarize herself with the procedures of the Hermetic Society."

"Your orders will