Hakono Academy

A week passed quickly, and soon, it was time for Rick to set off to Hakono City. It was Lisa who persuaded him to come to Hakono City. As for why, it was to participate in the entrance examinations of Hakono Academy.

When Rick asked Lisa why he had to enroll on Hakono Academy, she just gave a vague answer, "You'll know when you get there". It was also decided that Carla would accompany Rick on the way to Hakono City.

As for Carla, with Lisa's recommendation, she didn't need to participate in the entrance examinations of Golden Gate Academy. As the former Vice Headmaster of the Academy, Lisa can still pull off some strings with her connections inside.

Naturally, Carla had to have excellent talent. Otherwise, there would be complaints from the students if her talent and performance is not up to par.

After taking a bath, Rick sat underneath the tree beside the house, waiting for Carla to get ready. After an hour of waiting, Carla finally went outside, revealing her white dress that left her shoulders uncovered, instead it's supported around her neck and flowed down into a delicate court neckline.

It's a close fit which helps remove some of the unwanted attention on her budding chest but does so by still looking elegant.

At the moment, Rick's eyes were glued to Carla's figure.

'I still can't get used to seeing her. She was just some girl back then and so suddenly, she turned older. Come to think of it, she looks rather beautiful' Rick thought to himself.

Carla's face showed a faint blush when she noticed Rick looking at her.

"How do I look?" Carla said as she flashed a faint smile.

"Like an idiot." Rick replied with a teasing smile.

Veins popped from Carla's forehead as she glared at Rick for a while before they set off on their journey.

Hakono City was located within the province of Arkala, bordering the province of Loren to the south and the province of Oldham to the east.

The province of Arkala occupied an area with several cities with a population surpassing a hundred thousand. The area around the city of Hakono was surrounded by Tunstead grassland to the west, Mountmead mountain to the north and Wigston forest to the east.

It didn't take long for them to reach the City gates of Hakono City as the house was just a few hours away from the city. Without any trouble, they entered the city and headed straight to the Hakono Academy.

Hakono City was the most flourishing city of the province of Arkala. Carriages and a lot of people were roaming on the streets of the bustling city.

Just like Golden Gate Academy and Cleanland Academy of Parlon City, Hakono Academy was located in the central region of the city.

When the two arrived, they found that the Hakono Academy exhibited grandeur not inferior to Golden Gate Academy.

The Golden Gate Academy showed off a huge golden gate and impenetrable walls while the Hakono Academy exhibited a towering tree at the central area of the academy.

The moment they entered the city, the figure of the tree was already in sight. The top of the tree isn't visible since it was covered in clouds.

Although the buildings in the academy were simply made of stones, they seemed to blend with the magnificence of the tree.

At this moment, a considerable number of youngsters were currently gathered on the training fields of Hakono Academy. The two instantly gathered the attention of the moment they arrived.

During the course of two years, Carla made herself well-known among the youngsters as a talented mage and a beauty. Many people extended their greetings towards her. Men and women alike were enamored by her beauty and elegance.

Most of them were surprised to find her here while some were bold enough to blatantly attempt to flirt with her.

As for Rick, quite a few were polite enough to greet him after they greeted Carla but most of them pretty much cast a glance at him before they ignored him.

'Goodness gracious. They're like 12 years old and they're already as horny as those otakus in my previous world.' Rick inwardly said as he flashed an amused smile. (A/N: No offense to otakus)

"Carla Ferlon, didn't expect to find you here. Who would have thought that you'd go for Hakono Academy instead of Golden Gate Academy." a woman in green robes said as she shot her with a competitive stare.

"Ah, you got the wrong idea. I was just here to accompany my friend here, Rick" Carla replied as she clung to Rick's right arm.

It was at this moment that Rick was met with glares, particularly from men, while the women eyed him with pity as they cast a disgusted look at those horny men.

"Hey, Carla. What do you think you're doing?" Rick whispered as his mouth twitched.

Carla didn't say anything and just smiled in amusement as she looked at Rick.

'This lass. She's purposely doing it to give me trouble!' Rick inwardly exclaimed as veins popped up on his forehead.

"It seems that the entrance examination is about to start. I have to go now. Good luck, Rick!" Carla said as she waved her hand while walking away.

Rick didn't bother with the glares of those men as he waited for the entrance examination to start.

Shortly afterwards, a voice rang out, "Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome to Hakono Academy. I am Lean Looker and I will be in charge for overseeing your examinations."

Everyone looked over and saw a middle-aged man speaking to them. Beside Lean Looker are two men.

"This is Paul Runner and this is Vin Gasol. For those aspiring mages, Paul Runner will be in charge of your examinations while Vin Gasol will be in charge of those aspiring warriors." Lean Looker added as he pointed at the two men beside him.

"Aspiring mages, regardless of affinity, please follow me" Paul Runner said as he gestured to the youngsters to follow him while walking away.

"Aspiring warriors, follow me" Vin Gasol said loudly and directly before he walked away.

The youngsters then divided themselves according to their chosen profession as they followed the two.

'I hope my time here will be fun.' Rick thought to himself as he walked among the crowd following Paul Runner.

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AUTHOR'S NOTE:

Double Chapter because I just felt like it