Gilneas Royal Magic Academy.
Though dawn had barely broken, plenty of mages in robes had already gathered at the academy, chatting in small groups.
They usually came here to study, but never this early.
Today was different. Everyone had heard the news.
Today, Earl Rhode of Lordaeron, also known as Magus Rhode of Dalaran, would come to the Magic Academy to teach them in person!
Major General Falloden and Lord Kandray had also arrived at the academy.
As the "former instructor," Kandray naturally had to introduce the academy to the newly arrived Rhode.
Falloden's presence, meanwhile, showed that the Gilneas Royal Magic Academy actually fell under the military's direct jurisdiction.
Gilneas was a small kingdom with a modest population, so mages were naturally an important military asset. That was why King Genn valued a fine teacher like Rhode so highly, and why he had personally brought the general and the lord along to invite him.
Of course, with the general here, a unit of royal guards had accompanied him. They were now stationed around the academy, keeping watch.
Kandray was chatting with Falloden.
"I received his Magic Message last night, saying he would come straight to the Magic Academy this morning. That's why I notified you all on such short notice." Kandray's tone was as disdainful as ever. "Little talent, but plenty of airs. He took this long to show up."
But Falloden asked, "You said a Magic Message? Is that spell difficult?"
Kandray hesitated slightly. "It does require an intermediate mage... but it also depends on the distance. Since he was already in our country, sending a Magic Message wouldn't take much mana."
Falloden nodded. "You were right to notify me and the students promptly. If Rhode arrived here with no one to welcome or receive him, the king