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- Welcome to the Great Academy of Diolan!

- I am your Vice-Rector - Gidmaur.

- Now you are not yet considered our students, BUT after filling out and agreeing with all the documents, you will officially become our students, and now I ask

Gidmaur waved his hand and many sheets of paper flew towards the applicants and their relatives or guardians.

- According to this agreement, by choosing our Diolan Academy, you officially become a student of the Great Diolan Academy. You receive housing and food, without any obligations. The Academy also provides you with protection...

Gidmaur read a very long list with the conditions for becoming a Student of their academy.

- We have simple rules. No sexual relations and no stealing, but we support gambling

- Gambling!?

All applicants were a little perplexed, as were some relatives or guardians. Gambling, on the contrary, corrupts and will interfere with studies.

- What is the point of allowing children to gamble?

Langorn decided to ask what the meaning of this was. If he does not hear an adequate reason, he will change his mind about sending his students to the academy. Many teachers and other adults thought the same.

- Gambling can help improve mental abilities, observation and judgment. Of course, they are not allowed to cross the line. No fights to the death. You should also not indulge in sexual pleasures

Langorn and the others nodded understandingly, thinking to themselves:

- These rules are quite interesting

- Each student receives a pendant that will protect him from any danger. During testing, this pendant will be triggered when the subject is facing Death.

- After activation, the pendant will cover the subject with a sphere that is difficult to penetrate even for a level 210 Sage, if the subject still wants to continue the test, your fragment of the soul in the pendants must agree or refuse in order for the academy to allow the test to continue or be excluded from the test, but if you agreed, then the subject may die!

- This will be your decision, not the Academy's! The pendant is like a life fuse for the test subject; if it works, then he failed the test and there is a chance of being expelled from the academy, keep this in mind

- Fine. I would like to know what is the cost to join the Academy?

Deikain finally decided to ask one of the questions that was running through everyone's mind.

- One Hundred Zalams, or an item that is comparable in value to them

(Zalam - rank 2 crystal - level 60)

Gidmaur immediately answered as he was waiting for this question and immediately came closer to accept the payment. Deikain, having heard the price, was surprised that it was not too high.

- Hmm, give us some time

- Fine

- I'm ready

- And I

Lacus was the first to pay, followed by Lyras. Gidmaur saw that they were alone. Almost all of the applicants were accompanied by elders, but there were also individuals.

- Wistan

- Yes!

Immediately a guy appeared, an eagle who was already familiar to them. Gidmaur nodded and waved his hand:

- Walk them to the dorm and show them to their rooms.

- Yes! Well hello again, follow me I'll show you everything

- Fine

- Hey, wait for me

Taisy, who was just watching, suddenly remembered that she was already alone and now she had to do everything herself. She immediately quickly ran up to Gidmaur and began rummaging through her spatial ring in search of 100 Halls, but her smallest was Martiary.

(Martiary - rank 4 crystal - level 160)

Gidmaur, seeing her panic, smiled and handed her the pendant:

- Young Miss Taisy, you have already been paid for

- What?

Taisy was taken aback when she heard this, and then clenched her fists.

Again they do everything for me. I'm so tired of it!

She took out 1 Martiary and quickly exchanged it for a pendant, and then ran away to Wistan, Lacus and Lyras. She didn't care that she paid several times more than necessary, she just wanted to do everything herself without anyone's help.

Gidmaur was a little perplexed by this action, but decided not to attach any importance to it.

- Thanks to all. Everybody's Free. Those who are still thinking about it, if you agree, come here, and Elder Empor will approve everything

Gidmaur, seeing that everyone else was in no hurry to pay, decided not to waste time and go about his business, and transfer the work upon receipt to someone else. Instead, the Empor snail came here.

***

Artisia and her Uncle.

- Artisia, your father is worried. Maybe you'll come home?

- No, Uncle Afred, I decided that I would prove to my parents that there is no need to protect me anymore. I can do everything myself, I will earn their praise

Artisia, clenching her fists tightly, stood her ground. Afred, seeing her determination, frowned, and then looked at her arrogantly and continued:

- Then, don't you dare sully the Malrond name. If your Father hears that you have sullied the honor of the Family, you will not get off with simple house arrest.

- I know. Uncle.

Afred snorted and walked away. Without even bothering to say goodbye and leave an imprint of the soul in the pendant. Artisia, seeing that they had left, sighed and, patting herself on the cheeks, went up to Elder Empor and handed over 100 Segals:

- Here's my payment

- Welcome to the academy

Empor smiled as he handed her the pendant and showed her where to go.

***

At this time they also talked Deikain and Falmax.

Sighing heavily, Deikain turned to his student who was standing nearby.

- Falmax, come here!

- Teacher!

Falmax exclaimed and hurriedly ran up.

Deikain patted the boy on the head with a complicated expression on his face. Memories of the time spent together flashed through the man's head. There was regret in Deikain's heart, but as a teacher, he knew that he should not limit his student.

Life is a series of partings and reunions. No teacher stays with his student all his life. Sometimes, letting go is the best way for a student to reach their potential.

- Develop diligently at the Academy. Don't let me down!

- Teacher...

With red eyes, Falmax fell to his knees: "I won't go!" I want to stay with you...

Deikain slowly shook his head and helped him up:

- Studying at the Academy will help you a lot, and you will find friends and, most importantly, your path. This path will take you to new heights! If you follow me, it will only limit you, because my Path is not your path. Everyone must follow their own Path

Falmax shuddered when he heard these words.

"So, as my student, you must seize every opportunity that comes your way." Work hard, awaken your true power, make me proud!

Deikain smiled through the bitterness of parting. As unhappy as he was, he knew Falmax had to go.

His student looks like a chick. No matter how well he teaches him, he will never fly without getting out of the nest.

The great world is waiting for him outside! He must find the place where he belongs!

Only by exploring the world on his own can he fly higher and reach the top.

- Fine!

Seeing that the teacher had made a decision, Falmax gritted his teeth and nodded.

Having convinced Falmax, Deikain turned to Elder Empor and approached and said:

"Elder Empor, I hope you will take care of him!"

Deikain paid and also received the pendant and, leaving his soul fragment in it, gave it to Falmax along with a bunch of spatial rings.

- Of course, you can rely on me...

Watching the farewell, Elder Empor smiled with understanding.

He noticed Deikain's deep connection with Falmax and understood how difficult it would be for the two to separate. However, realizing that new heights lay before his student, Deikain was able to let him go. Not many teachers would do the same!

Having survived in this cruel world, Deikain will definitely achieve great things in the future!

- Falmax is my only direct student so far. If I find out that he is being treated inappropriately, rest assured that I will knock on the gates of the Great Diolan Academy!

Deikain, was not afraid of the power of the Great Diolan Academy at all. He spoke with a threat, suddenly becoming more serious.

He may be weak now, but he will become stronger very quickly. If the Great Diolan Academy dares to harm Falmax, the man will not hesitate to grind the entire Academy into powder!

- Don't worry. We keep our word.

- Fine! See you at the Falmax episode!

Deikain calmed his emotions and walked towards the exit.

Falmax clenched his fists from the emotions overwhelming him. The sight of the teacher's retreating back made tears flow down the young man's face.

It was Master Deikain who did not refuse to accept him as a disciple, despite the fact that he was the mediocre third prince of the Yedife Empire who could not even control his energy.

It was Teacher Deikain who turned him from a talentless and untalented weakling into a level 35 master!

It was Master Deikain who spent huge sums of money searching for medicinal herbs that could awaken his unique body structure, the Lord of the Three Suns!

Teacher... you can rest assured. I will try my best at the Academy and will not let you down!

Falmax swore to himself with boundless determination.

***

Nearby are Langorn and Gracus.

Turning to Grakus, he asked: "Do you want to study at the Great Diolan Academy?"

In such situations, it is not his opinion that is important, but the student's opinion. His goal was only to guide him along the path in life, namely the Path of Power.

- I...

Gracus frowned. He didn't know what to do and what to choose.

- At the Great Diolan Academy you will receive a huge amount of resources and perhaps even find your way. However, even if you decide to follow me, I am confident that I can take you to the same heights

Langorn looked at the guy calmly and confidently.

Great opportunities awaited him at Diolan Grand Academy, but even if he was reluctant to take advantage of the opportunity given, Langorn was confident that he could make sure that he became one of the most powerful beings on the Salwar Continent.

The final decision was his.

Deeply conflicting emotions appeared on Grakus's face. A moment later he spoke timidly:

- Teacher, I.. I, just like Ruvil, Anna and others, I also want to share your problems. I don't want to be a burden to you!

If he decides to follow his teacher, he will surely achieve incredible heights in the future. But... as its development grew, the required amount of necessary resources for development also grew progressively. Although his teacher never complained about it, he didn't want to hold back its growth.

He wanted to become someone worthy of standing next to him and helping him, and not a baggage that was constantly dragging him down. If he went to Diolan Academy and became incredibly strong, he could quickly gain power. With his newfound power, he will be able to help his teacher in his time of need.

Being his first disciple, he didn't want to continue to selfishly drain him of his strength.

On the other hand, after hearing his words, Langorn shook his head and sighed: "You are my student, how can you be a burden to me?"

They were only together for three years, but they experienced unforgettable experiences. The bond between them will never be broken.

Gracus might have thought he was a burden to him, but in reality he treated him like family. How can a family member be a burden?

Hearing his answer, Grakus blushed. He paused, but when he raised his head, determination splashed in his eyes: "I want to study at the Academy!"

Teacher, I know that you consider me your family, but I feel the same way!

I had the opportunity to soar in the sky. In the past, you protected me from the storm, but now it is my turn to protect you!

Because... we are family!

Langorn lowered his head and nodded silently.

- Since you have made a decision, then go!

Every path eventually came to an end. Although he knew that it was only a matter of time before his students left him, leaving was difficult for him every time.

Of his five direct students...

Four have already left him.

And now the fifth was leaving him.

Of course, Langorn was glad that they decided to seize the opportunity that opened before them. He had no doubt that with these capabilities they would reach incredible heights.

It's just... the rational mind and the sentimental heart were two separate organs in the body. He knew it was best for them, but such rationality did little to ease the sadness of separation.

- Teacher, you must take care of yourself...

Kneeling down, Gracus bowed loudly to him.

Langorn nodded and lightly placed a finger on his forehead. A wave of Power Path energy surged into his body.

With his hands behind his back, Langorn said:

"If you encounter any danger in the future, just activate this energy, and I will know about it, no matter how far away I am." If anyone dares to bully you, even if it turns out to be the strongest empire on the continent or even the Ancient Great Clans, I will definitely bring justice for you!

His tone was emotionless, but the conviction in his voice was obvious to everyone.

Grakus nodded and smiled at him.

Langorn turned and walked towards Elder Empor and, having paid, said:

"Elder Empor, I leave my student to your Academy and hope that you will treat him well." If I ever find out that he suffered unfairly at the Academy, please know. I will personally arrive and demand an explanation.

- Don't worry. Our Academy is fair and impartial. Everything is strictly according to the rules

- It would be nice

Langorn saw that he was not lying and nodded with satisfaction. Taking the pendant and sending a fragment of his soul there, he handed it over to Grakus, as well as a bunch of spatial rings filled to the top with everything he needed.

Then he turned and waved his hand

- Since we've sorted this out, I should head out.

- Teacher...

Tears streamed down his cheeks.

Elder Empor approached him and whispered: "Let's go."

Gracus wiped his tears and nodded.

Langorn stopped near the exit from the academy and, with his hands behind his back, he looked into the deep sky for a long time.

What is meant to happen will eventually disappear.

To become the true Monsters of their generation, they couldn't always stay by his side. How can they grow up if they are always under his protection?

***

Meris, Elam, Haldar and Erald.

Meris looked at Erald with mixed feelings. This was his last native blood. He had lost too many and now he was afraid to let him go, but he understood.

He won't grow up if you don't give him freedom.

If you don't let your child go out of fear that he might get hurt or fall into the water, he may never touch it.

So go Erald.

Fly into this merciless World.

- Well, it's time for you to take off

Meris looked at the heavens and realized that the time had come.

Elam watched them with a smile. He was proud of them. During the test they showed the true spirit of men who were ready to fight to the end.

- Yes. We are ready

- Fine. May Bios be with you

Meris and Elam left pieces of their souls in the pendants, and then hugged them tightly.

- Well, we're off.

Having said goodbye to them, Haldar and Erald went to Empor to pay the fee and join the academy.

Meris, looking at their backs, sighed and smiled, and then disappeared along with Elam:

- It's time for the young Eagles to take flight