Ikelite Magic Academy, one of the capital's landmark areas, stood right in the center. The school had no walls around it, and the entire area, along with all its buildings, was known as Ikelite Magic Academy.
Even when merely passing by from a distance, one could spot the School Badge of Iketerite Academy among the surrounding buildings, along with its conspicuous tower. Heading east across two streets led to the old Cat Boss Restaurant.
Although the building was made of somewhat old-fashioned tea-colored wood, its roof curved gently, while the broad eaves extended far beyond the walls, forming a comfortable, open balcony suitable for relaxing, chatting, or even enjoying an afternoon meal.
Hughberlian led them out of the carriage in an orderly fashion, and they began unloading their luggage as the sound of bells rang out in the distance.
It was the bell from the Red Brick Clock Tower at Ikelite Academy. It rang only three times before fading into a leisurely echo, indicating that it was three in the afternoon.
The warm afternoon sunlight lazily spilled across the roof of the little restaurant. The air was filled with wisps of cooking smoke and the lingering aromas of lunch, with the scents of pastries and cheese mingling like flowers along a country path, putting one completely at ease.
"We're back."
Hughberlian pushed open the door first. The wind chimes hidden beneath the eaves swayed gently, producing a pleasant jingle that added a touch of peaceful comfort to the afternoon.
The wooden door closed softly behind them with a gentle click.
Spotted sunlight streamed through the windows onto the floor. The restaurant's interior was elegantly decorated, with a few vintage photographs and little dolls hanging on the walls. The air was suffused with the faint aroma of coffee and the warm