96 Triple Casting

Linjos was very tired and his face seemed even longer than usual. He had dark bags under his eyes caused by worries and lack of sleep.

When he heard what had happened, he only sighed, turning to look at the forest below.

"I really envy magical beasts. Things are so simple for them, taking only what they need, without caring for petty things like gold or grudges."

Then he turned around, looking at Yurial in the eyes.

"I'm really sorry about what has happened to you. Partly it's my fault. What makes me feel even worse, is that despite all my brave talk and efforts, you are not the first victim, and it's likely that you're not the last either.

"The most basic move to get rid of a Headmaster is to make their academy's environment toxic through violence and intimidation. Life as an apprentice mage is already very hard and demanding, it doesn't take much to make it unbearable.