The Academy [2][Edited]

"Please fill out your information here, and then over there for the capture," she said, handing me a paper and pen.

Her expression was odd—difficult to read.

Weird.

Well, whatever.

"Thanks," I said, grabbing the paper from her hand. Without wasting time, I followed the flow of people heading to the higher floors, where others were moving after receiving the form.

The place was packed with nobles from all across the continent.

Races of all kinds were present.

Well, by "all kinds," I mean the four major races: humans, elves, vampires, and sea folk.

I didn't spot any other races. Not surprising, considering their small populations and lack of families wealthy enough to afford the privilege of skipping that disturbingly long line downstairs.

As for the mermaids?

Let's just say they were works of art.

Terrifyingly beautiful, each and every one of them.