Chapter 516

Chapter 516: Recent Developments at the School

A few nuns dressed in silver-trimmed white robes had prepared Lolan Hill. Ingrid then handed her the staff that the young lady used during the competition and placed it in Lolan Hill’s hand.

Only then did they follow behind the silver-haired girl and leave the Starlight Cathedral.

“Lohil!”

“Lohil!”

The scene before them was akin to a fanatical star-chasing frenzy. Students crowded in front of the open space in front of the Starlight Cathedral. Some were truly followers of Lohil, others were merely curious about what she looked like, while some were just drawn in by the crowd, wanting to see who this person was.

Regardless, no one harbored any ill intentions. Lolan Hill stepped out of the cathedral and waved to her classmates below, thus satisfying their curiosity.

This kind of scene continued for several days in Emanas. The students’ enthusiasm gradually subsided, becoming similar to usual.

—

On the north side of the Holy Land Academy, where the environment was serene, tombstones stood amidst the lush green grass. Lohil and Ingrid walked among them.

“This year’s Winter Festival celebration, Bumansa once again won the championship with an absolute advantage,” Ingrid said, recounting recent events at the school.

“However, other outstanding geniuses emerged as well, such as Eloi from the High Tower Academy, Night Ling, and our academy’s perennial second place, Elro.” When mentioning Elro’s name, the knightess couldn’t help but smile.

“Elro is now in his fifth year, isn’t he?” Lolan Hill said.

After this winter, she would also be promoted to the fourth year. Looking back, time had indeed flown by.

“Yes, he is about to graduate. It’s said that he has already contacted an organization, seemingly a necromancer faction in the northern Verdant region, known for their mastery of ice, bones, and war tactics.”

“Nowadays, only the territories under the Duke Raven accept necromancers without discrimination and provide good treatment.”

“Necromancer Sequence,” Lolan Hill murmured, recalling Cina’s teachings. This extraordinary sequence remained challenging.

She had once been interested in the Necromancer Sequence, but later, due to studying the Natural Sequence, Demon Sequence, and Angel Sequence, she lacked the time and energy to focus on other sequences.

Although the Mercury Dynasty made many mistakes, their achievements could not be overlooked. She did not discriminate against or despise those who practiced this sequence, but the general public was less rational. Many still held prejudices, believing that those who practiced the Necromancer Sequence were cold-hearted and abnormal, cruel, and inhumane.

The methods of necromancers indeed contributed to such perceptions, making some biases unavoidable.

The young lady shook her head slightly. Changing people’s views required persistent efforts from both sides; it wasn’t something that could happen overnight. Perhaps it would take another major improvement in the Necromancer Sequence.

She then asked Ingrid about the Holy Land.

“Ingrid, did you grow up in the Holy Land?”

“Yes, I was adopted by a nun from a church when I was young, then sent to a church school to learn various things. Later, because of my physical fitness, I became a knight.”

In the Ivar World, being called a knight was not simply a title; one had to have at least Sequence 3 strength and pass assessments and certifications from organizations or institutions to earn a badge and be recognized as a knight.

Though the assessment methods varied among different families, knights generally had decent cultural levels, could read and write, understood local laws, and had proficient combat skills, able to collaborate effectively. Outstanding knights even possessed commendable military command abilities.

In peacetime, they might be busy with different tasks, but in wartime, they would be conscripted by local nobles or organizations to become officers in the army.

Therefore, to quickly understand a noble’s military strength, one should look at how many certified knights they have under them, the more, the stronger.

In some countries, elite forces consisted entirely of knights. Such individuals, through unique war sequences, could work together to unleash tremendous power, often serving as the pillars of national defense.

For example, the Swift Wind Lancers, the Griffin Knights of the Salus Family, the Red Dragon Knights of the Basca Family, and the Unicorn Knights of the Whateley Family.

“Has Lohil considered where she wants to go after graduation?” Ingrid asked.

“Not decided yet, maybe travel around?” the young lady replied.

“I see. How about coming to the Holy Land? Regardless of where you go, strength is crucial, and there are numerous Sequences here. You can seek advice from many seniors, and when advancing, you’ll encounter fewer obstacles and progress more smoothly.” Ingrid sincerely invited her.

Lolan Hill had originally planned to visit the Holy Land, but before going, she wanted to learn more about the situation there.

“Ingrid, what is life like in the Holy Land where you grew up?”

In the tranquil cemetery, the two walked down the path, birds singing from the branches. A few snowflakes fell onto the grass below, turning into droplets of water.

—

High Tower Academy.

“Hahaha, Stupid Night Ling can’t catch me!”

A hearty laugh echoed from one side of the tower, followed by many students seeing a brown-haired girl riding a lion flying past the window.

Behind her was a flustered girl with blonde twin tails riding a deep golden dragon, chasing the lion.

Although the lion with wings wasn’t fast, the deep golden dragon behind it was even slower, its wings like heavy rocks, left far behind by the flying lion.

“Ahh, so frustrating!”

Night Ling stomped her feet on the dragon’s back and said to the dragon beneath her.

“Could Eloi fly faster? Can you do it?”

The dragon below snorted irritably and emitted a delicate voice disproportionate to its size.

“It’s impossible, Night Ling. Flying isn’t my strong suit.”

“Mmm, Alena, wait for me. When Lolan comes back, I’m going to complain to her that you’re bullying me.” Seeing Alena disappear over the mountains on a black flying lion, Night Ling sat dejectedly on the dragon’s back.

The deep golden dragon carried Night Ling to a platform, then vanished, reforming into a girl of similar height, wearing a cute puffy dress, with light blue spiral twin tails.

“After flying for a bit, I’m hungry. Let’s go eat,” Eloi said, pulling the slightly unhappy Night Ling.

“Alright.”

They walked down the corridor holding hands, chatting, and soon burst into small laughter.

(End of Chapter)