The next day, inside the Mage Tower.
Roland woke to his succubus companion's wake-up service. After leisurely enjoying breakfast and the morning news, he left his residence to take a look at the Department Office on the 16th Floor.
The Guard Team's arrival marked the official start of the Mage Tower's student recruitment.
Roland did not need to concern himself with this, but he still paid it some attention.
After all, it involved competition for prospective students.
As soon as he stepped outside, he saw Gang Jide, Atali, and the others waiting there, already settling into their roles.
"Lord Roland, we've discussed it and decided that Atali will be responsible for your personal protection.
"We'll arrange the remaining shifts ourselves. If you have any instructions, we can adjust them at any time."
Gang Jide stepped forward and spoke to him.
Truly professional, effective protection involved more than simply following him everywhere, as the cat-eared girls did.
Besides, having too many people following an important figure could restrict his movements. The real hard work often took place out of sight.
"Professional matters should be left to professionals. I have no objections whatsoever, so I won't interfere," Roland said with a smile, giving them considerable trust and freedom to work.
"Your wisdom shines as brilliantly as the morning star." Gang Jide bent slightly and bowed, offering his sincere flattery.
The others then left of their own accord, seeking suitable positions from which to carry out their duties.
The personnel they had brought would maintain tight security in three rotating shifts, doing their best to keep any suspicious individuals from coming within several dozen meters of Roland.
Compared with these professionals, the cat-eared girls' previous efforts seemed like child's play. They could retire on the spot and devote themselves entirely to looking cute.