"I agree with your proposal in principle. I'll discuss the details with the rotating commissioners as soon as possible."
Antonia gave his approval outright during their interplanar communication, showing tremendous support.
Roland said, "I've secured such a huge benefit for Atrelin. Surely you ought to give us a little more funding for our recent arcane research?
I've heard some people are watching us like hawks, eager to compete with our research."
Antonia replied meaningfully, "On the road to truth, you will inevitably find others traveling alongside you.
It means your direction has gained recognition."
Just listen to that.
No wonder he's a Legendary Mage.
What a way with words.
Unable to think of a response for the moment, Roland ended the interplanar communication.
A short while later, however, he received an excited report from Lie Yi.
"Atrelin suddenly approved a special grant for us-a full twenty million gold coins!
It's a rare display of generosity. I'm much more confident about winning this arcane competition now, but... do you know what's going on?"
Well, this...
Lord Antonia, are you an old tsundere?
Roland was speechless for a moment.
"Good morning, Farn!"
On the grounds of the Royal Magic Academy.
The lovely young Princess Jumel caught up with Farn, who was lost in thought alone on a platform atop the hill, and greeted him.
Her cheeks were flushed, both from the exertion of running and the shy excitement of a girl in love.
Farn gave a subdued reply and continued gazing into the distance.
The vast campus occupied most of Sinvira's capital, its beautiful grounds shaded by lush trees.
The capital had gradually developed after the academy was built, just like Terry City in East Lainer.
He took in the entirety of this utterly familiar campus, yet spared not even a