These large Floating Discs followed fixed routes and automatically avoided obstacles along the way, so Pani did not need to control one personally.
"How does it feel?"
Glancing at the scenery constantly sweeping past around them, Pani turned to Anvis with a hint of pride at being a member of Pamir.
But to his surprise, this new student remained remarkably calm about it all. Unlike most freshmen, he had not instinctively adjusted his stance, nor had he shown the slightest expression of astonishment.
Did I misjudge him? Is this new student's background not ordinary? Pani wondered suspiciously, abandoning his urge to show off the Floating Disc's stabilizing Force Field to Anvis.
"It feels great. But, guide, could I trouble you to briefly introduce the things I should be aware of at the academy?"
Anvis smiled and casually asked a common question from new students.
"Oh! Of course! But there's no need to call me that. My name is Pani. Just call me by my name!"
Coming back to himself, Pani hurriedly replied with an enthusiastic smile.
"Alright, Senior Pani. I'm Anvis."
Anvis nodded lightly and introduced himself as well.
"Anvis, is it? I'll remember that."
Pani nodded too.
"The academy's rules are very relaxed. Other than forbidding malicious harm to other students, and requiring students to pass the final examination and obtain a Graduation Certificate within ten years, there are no special rules."
"However, Pamir has an independent Credit System, and many things must be exchanged for with credits. For example, our Mystery School's Graduation Certificate requires five thousand credits."
As he spoke, Pani looked at Anvis and hesitated slightly.
"Also, I actually want to discuss a transaction with you."
"Oh? Let's hear it."
Anvis looked at Pani with interest.
"Here's the thing. As a newcomer in your first year