Ranoa Magic University, the most prestigious school of magic in the Northern Territory of the Central Continent-and indeed the entire world-was naturally grand and imposing.
Beside the bustling main road stood a towering arch built from massive stone blocks.
Cui Ciyou had been here several times, but unlike the schools in his previous life, there was no school motto, set of rules, or statement of school spirit written here.
Nor were the words "Ranoa Magic University" inscribed above the gate.
Cui Ciyou rather wanted to put up some ideas from his previous life. Perhaps "Knowledge is power," or "Learn broadly, think rigorously," or even "All-round development in morality, intellect, physical fitness, aesthetics, and labor."
Young students from all over the world passed back and forth.
They belonged to all sorts of races: Humanfolk, Beastfolk, long-eared Elves, and even short, stocky Dwarves.
They registered with the gatekeeper. Having visited several times, they had gotten to know him.
The process was less strict than on their first visit, and they entered after a quick check.
Someone was dressed in an elegant yet practical student uniform... Well... A short skirt. That had to be Nanahoshi's handiwork.
An exceptionally beautiful woman with dazzling golden hair had already approached them with two guards.
She was none other than the Asla Kingdom's third princess, Ariel Anemoi Asura.
"Mr. Ciyou, Sylphy, you're here."
Ariel wore an impeccable smile that combined royal dignity with the warmth of a friend.
"Princess Ariel." Cui Ciyou smiled and nodded in greeting, while Sylphy politely curtsied.
Once the group had gathered, Roxy parted ways with them.
Although Roxy was still a little angry, she gently straightened Cui Ciyou's slightly rumpled collar and reminded him softly:
"I'll head over to the teaching building first, then. It's my first day back teaching. I can't