Chapter 190

"And that concludes the first lecture," Professor Devereaux announced with a clap of her hands. Her lesson on Arcane History had delved into the annals of the Hestia Empire's past, providing the students with a comprehensive understanding of their realm's origins and development.

As the class concluded, my thoughts turned to the upcoming courses – Beast Mastery and, after that, the inaugural lecture in Runecrafting. I packed my belongings and left the classroom, noticing that a few curious eyes followed my exit.

Outside, Blaze's question echoed in my mind. "What are we going to do?"

I pondered the answer. While I wasn't entirely certain of the path ahead, one thing was clear: I needed to grow stronger than I was now. If not for Aron's unexpected intervention, my fate might have been much darker.

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[Greenhouse]

"Students, are you excited for our second lecture?" the instructor inquired as he gathered us into a half-circle.