The Three-Step Tower stood on Pearl Academy's Main Campus. It was one of the prized resources the campus's elite students constantly fought over.
The Three-Step Tower had a long history. Built through the wisdom of earlier generations, it was a unique magical structure that gathered the scattered elemental energy drifting between heaven and earth.
Its location and design allowed it to draw in energy from thousands of kilometers around, like a vast network of roots spreading beneath the ground.
Even if the land looked barren, gathering energy from such an immense area still provided the trunk with a steady supply of power for growth.
A cultivation sanctuary like the Three-Step Tower was key to Pearl Academy's ability to nurture magical prodigies!
Mo Xie followed Dean Xiao onto the Main Campus. He looked up, unable to hide his awe.
The Three-Step Tower was a perfectly symmetrical three-dimensional triangle. Its exterior looked as though it were made of silver metal. It rose straight into the air, standing out across the Main Campus.
"Dean."
The two men guarding the entrance to the Three-Step Tower bowed respectfully when they saw Dean Xiao.
"So you're on duty today. I've already had someone show you the authorization. I'll take this student inside."
Dean Xiao stepped forward with a kindly smile.
"Oh, so this is the freshman from the Green Campus. Back then, I didn't get into the Three-Step Tower until I'd spent two years on the Main Campus. Junior, we're truly envious of your luck."
One of the friendlier-looking guards spoke with a smile, though resentment and jealousy flickered in his eyes.
Mo Xie gave him a long look but said nothing. He merely nodded.
Inside the Three-Step Tower, a metallic passage stretched before them.
After walking for some time, Mo Xie glanced around and fell