Chapter 248: On Sight (2)

Chapter 248: On Sight (2)

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At the same time, in the room next to the principal's office of Elinia Academy.

Sonya, wearing her round glasses, was busy with her invention.

She had thought that the principal, who used to monitor her every move 24/7, had lost interest in her.

Then, suddenly.

Crash, bang, thud!

"Ah, it's starting again."

Sonya pouted her lips at the loud noise coming from downstairs.

It must be the principal teaching Siena, the elf student, spirit magic.

It was obvious.

Ever since returning to the academy, the principal had been like this constantly.

"But can you really handle spirits like that?"

She had peeked a few times out of curiosity and witnessed some bizarre scenes.

Climbing high trees to stare at the air for an hour, digging the earth with hands for three hours, circling a small bonfire for two hours, or drenching herself with water to the point of catching a cold...

The principal, being the continent's greatest spirit mage, was given a pass, but anyone else would be considered insane for doing such things.

"Well, it's good for me."

Elinia Academy, being the continent's finest educational institution, was littered with documents and materials useful for inventions.

With the title of principal, nothing was unattainable.

For Sonya, who only wished to continue her research, it was the perfect environment.

The invention she was currently working on was an [External Mana Engine].

The primary goal was to create something weighing less than 3 kg, capable of using high-output magic of 5th circle level at least three times.

Sonya tugged at her hair in frustration.

"Ugh, it keeps getting stuck here."

Although 90% of the production process went smoothly, the remaining 10% was problematic.

Using the engine to cast spells continually consumed some of her internal mana.

Of course, even this was an exceptional invention, but Sonya was strict with her creations.

By her standards, the [External Mana Engine] in front of her was a failure.

"This won't do. Sorry about this."

She picked up a large hammer standing nearby and, with a bang, smash, crash, repeatedly struck down on the invention she had been tinkering with.

"Huff, huff, huff..."

With sad eyes, Sonya looked down at the now shattered invention and murmured,

"I need Theo after all."

Theo Lyn Waldeurk.

The only student at Elinia Academy with a mana level of zero and the perfect candidate for her current research.

She pulled out a communication crystal from her pocket.

It was the same model that Rok, Piel, and Theo had.

"Theo's serial number was [SH-0004]."

Sonya was about to input the serial number into the communication crystal when she stopped.

"Let's keep trying until dinner."

It hadn't been many days, but her pride as an inventor didn't allow her to reach out to the perfect candidate just yet.

Sonya resumed her focus on inventing.

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Raei Translations

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Inside the luxurious carriage carrying Theo's group and the Chalon father and daughter.

Clunk, clunk

The carriage was heading towards 'Rubus,' the city where the direct lineage of the Chalon family resided.

Maximin was usually a talkative person who disliked silence.

Piel answered immediately.

Irene quickly responded.

"And maybe you can spar with me. I feel a bit stiff since I haven't trained for over 12 hours."

"Anytime."

Piel replied with a confident attitude.

Seria watched the two women with interest, her arms crossed, while Alice and Alphs glanced around cautiously before hiding behind Theo.

...The sudden standoff between the two women was interrupted by Maximin's words.

"You all must be tired from the journey. Go and rest in your rooms for now. I'll let you know once dinner is ready. Ah, the butlers will guide each of you to your rooms."

As soon as he finished speaking, a group of butlers emerged from within the castle.

A middle-aged female butler slightly bowed to Theo.

"It's an honor to serve you, Mr. Theo Lyn Waldeurk. I am Kula, the head butler of Chalon Castle. I will guide you to your room."

"Thank you."

Theo bowed in return.

Kula smiled faintly and said,

"The pleasure is mine. Please, follow me this way."

Theo followed Kula.

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Raei Translations

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'The Chalon family really lives up to its name with such a vast castle.'

It took about five minutes of walking inside the castle to reach the room assigned to him.

The interior was splendid.

The spacious room was filled with antique furniture that would satisfy even [Twisted Noble's Dignity].

'There should be about 30 minutes until dinner.'

With nothing particular to do, Theo changed into comfortable clothes and began training.

In the midst of his training.

Knock, knock, knock.

The sound of knocking came.

Unlike Amy's, it was a quick series of knocks.

'Hmm, perhaps dinner is ready already.'

He checked his watch; it had been only about 15 minutes.

Theo wiped his sweat and went to the door.

"Who is it?"

It's me.

"Who are you?"

Ahh!

The door swung open abruptly.

There stood Piel, in a different look than usual.

She wore an elegant yet restrained white dress, her face lightly made up.

She frowned and looked up at Theo.

"Ah! Can't you recognize me by my voice?! Huh?"

But as soon as Theo saw Piel, he was rendered speechless.

......

Suddenly, he realized how beautiful Piel was.

It was as if her inner beauty was overpowering the present moment.

Theo stood frozen on the spot.

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