Now here ya go~~
Yurina was drinking her lemon tea as she listened to the
conversation between Marquis Karthia and Dave .
“There are two methods to get admitted to the academy: First, you
have to take the exam, and the second is to get recommendations
from famous people and pass the screening process . In this case,
you must know that there’s an interview to confirm his talent before
entering the school . ”
The entrance ceremony to the Royal Academy of Crohn is held every
spring . Yurina and Dave were planning to let Raynard enter next
spring .
Marquis Carthia listened to Dave’s words . With a serious
expression, he rubbed his chin and asked for a drink .
As Marquis Carthia was seriously listening to Dave, he rubbed his
chin in thought and asked,
“Which would be easier?”
In fact, the admission is so difficult it’s not easy either way, but
usually the former will certainly pass . The recommendation part has
very low objectivity and the pride of the academy cannot be
jeopardized .
The Marquis held his head even though he already knew about this .
“I heard that there was someone who entered the Royal Academy of
Crohn by recommendation during the time you entered too and had
no more talent than those who took the exam . ”
“Yes, I heard about it during my school years . Maybe it’s been more
difficult since then . ”
“From what you can tell, does Raynard have a slim chance of
passing the test?”
“He does, although the preparation period is indeed short . From
now on, I’ll be his magic instructor and with his gift, he can catch up
to the other students . However, he isn’t only taking a magic course,
is he? Half a year is too short to prepare for the other subjects . ”
“If so, won’t it be a bit difficult for him to enter next spring?”
Marquis furrowed his brows with concern .
Just as what Dave had said, even with the normal way of admission,
it would be too difficult to prepare Raynard in just one and a half
years instead of the usual 6 months .
Even though the Department of Magic was famous, the Royal
Academy of Crohn was a public academy that represented the
kingdom .
The Department of Magic might be renowned, still, the Royal
Academy of Crohn is a public academy that represents the kingdom .
Although each department considers grades to be the most
important, various subjects such as history, politics, and economics
are included in the examination scope .
That’s to be expected of a magic exam .
For Raynard who has yet to fully understand the theory of magic, to
learn about it in just approximately half a year was close to
impossible . Then, there could only be one way .
Yurina smiled as she held her half-empty teacup in her hands .
“There is no need to worry, Father . Raynard will be able to enter the
school with just enough recommendations . ”
As long as he can get a recommendation and be accepted for an
interview, that would be enough .
No, he will definitely be able to pass without fail . That’s because, in
contrast to the test that requires general knowledge, only magic
potential will be evaluated .
However, there’s still an obstacle that needs to be overcome before
the documents can be submitted .
“We are aware that Raynard indeed has enough aptitude in magic for
Dave to want to take him in as a disciple . However Yurina, aren’t the
chances too slim to pass by recommendation alone?”
“Mhm, Mhm,” Dave nodded to his reasonable question .
“Marquis, it’s a little bit embarrassing for me to say this, but I am
rather influential when it comes to the field of magic and a simple
mention of my name being his instructor, they will surely
acknowledge him . ” Dave continued .
‘Pardon me’ he added and contrary to his words, Dave wore a
confident smile .
That’s just like Ray .
Yurina thought perhaps the both of them might be well-placed as a
magician .
“If word gets out that the House of Carthia is supporting a common
man, then it won’t be long for rumors to spread among the
commoners that even people like them have the capability . ”
There was nothing to worry about . In fact, she is confident that
Raynard will be able to enter the academy next spring .
There was absolutely nothing to worry about . Truth is, Yurina was
so confident that Raynard would be able to enter the academy next
spring without any inconvenience .
Charrion got admitted .
To be honest, she couldn’t remember just how ‘Charrion’ got
admitted to the school .
But no matter how gifted he was, ‘Charrion’ could not have passed
the test in just a few months without receiving any education .
So how in the world did he get over the high wall of the Royal
Academy of Crohn?
It’s because of the mage, De Flon .
He was a pretty mediocre mage . He probably wrote a
recommendation letter and saw to it that Charrion would enter the
academy .
They would’ve invited him for an interview because of his
involvement, but they would’ve to recognize his talent at a glance
and grant him admission .
Although, it is a bit concerning that this time the letter of
recommendation would be written by Dave instead of De Flon…
Still, she wasn’t as worried since Dave, who offered to write the
recommendation letter, was far more brilliant as a mage than De
Flon . Not to mention that he is an alumnus of the Royal Academy of
Crohn .
Additionally, he was backed up by the Carthia family who are just as
influential as De Flon .
These alone convinced Yurina that she would be able to watch
Raynard’s talent flourish in the academy .
Dave, while looking at Yurina’s confident expression, made a far
more imposing face than hers .
Dave had a far more imposing face than Yurina’s confident look .
“You don’t really have to worry too much . I’ve already requested
certain people that are capable enough to write a letter of
recommendation for him . After explaining to them thoroughly, they
all offered to write letters of recommendation themselves . ”
“Really? It must’ve been quite a hassle . When did you request for
it?”
Dave laughed and patted Yurina on the head and she was genuinely
surprised at his sudden gesture .
“Of course, I did it as soon as I can, since the Young Lady wants Mr
. Raynard to enter the academy so much . And I, also, want Mr .
Raynard to get admitted next spring . ”
“That’s a little surprising . I thought Dave wanted to teach Raynard
as much as possible and delay his admission to the academy . ”
Yurina was prepared to insist on Raynard entering next spring no
matter what Dave would have said . The basic study period for the
academy was seven years .
As of today, there had been no person who had finished the
academy earlier than the graduation date .
‘Charrion’ also spent seven years before coming back in spring, the
time of Yurina and Lydia’s coming-of-age .
The reason why Yurina was so obsessed with that year was because
it was when the novel begins .
During that spring, two women would have their debuts at the same
time and they would begin to be regarded as candidates for the
position as Crown Princess .
Of course, I’ll declare that I have no intention of being a Crown
Princess . However, things will not go that way easily .
If Yurina doesn’t want to, she was sure that Marquis Carthia, who
cares so much about her, will keep her as much as he can .
And the relationship between political interest will end quick .
The noble faction supporting Marquis Carthia repeatedly tried to
make Yurina the Crown Princess, and that alone gave Marquis De
Flon enough reason to keep an eye on Yurina of the Carthia family .
“Of course, I’d like to teach Mr . Raynard a little longer, but if he’s
going to enter the academy, it would be better for Mr . Raynard to get
in as soon as possible . A child should have entered the academy as
a student by the age of 12 and he is already behind . ”
“He will be thirteen soon . ”
“Is that so?”
“Ray will be thirteen years old this spring . He said his birthday was
coming up soon . ”
“If so, then we should work and prepare harder . ”
Yurina lifted her head as he watched Dave enthusiastically pumping
both his fist . Yurina stood up from her seat not soon after .
“Is it alright if I take my leave first since the conversation seems to
be over? I was picking out Ray’s clothes, but I excused myself for a
while . ”
“Yes . ”
Yurina bowed towards her father and Dave . And as soon as she left
the office, a pale looking maid hurriedly approached her .
“Young Lady, there’s trouble! I think you should see it quickly!”
Yurina and the maid later saw that the corridor in front of the dining
room was cluttered when they arrived .
Yurina and the maid quickly left and as they were slowly, the
cluttered corridor in front of the drawing room came into view .
When they arrived, the usual well-mannered servants of the Carthia’s
were nowhere to be seen . The servants were restless and agitated .
One of them was holding onto the doorknob . Moreover, Mrs . Lauren
and Robert where nowhere to be found .
Yurina furrowed her brows as she looked at the tense situation .
“What in the world is going on here? Where’s Raynard?”
The maid in charge of Raynard hurriedly bowed in front of her .
“Raynard is inside . ”
“Then why are you guys out here?”
“That’s… . . ”
She wasn’t reprimanding them but genuinely asking a question .
However, the servants were uneasily looking at each other and no
one answered .
Looks like Raynard chased them out .
It seemed like Raynard, who was extremely cautious to strangers,
sent them all out as soon as Yurina left . This was nothing new to
her since it has happened a few times before .
Yurina could imagine the scene where Raynard would have this
agitated look on his face like a cat with their nails out and hissing
towards the servants .
“Young Lady, you can’t go in!”
“Why?”
Yurina was about to turn the doorknob but halted as she heard the
maid’s voice who was now reluctant to continue with her words .
And instead of urging the maid to speak, she opened the door .
At that moment, Raynard raised his voice more than he had ever
done before and it echoed through the hallways .
“Don’t come in! Get out! Get out of here!”
Something crashed and hit the door with a shattering noise . A small
sharp shard brushed against Yurina’s cheek as she stood before the
door .
The broken pieces of the vase fell with a crashing noise and rocked
on the hallway .
“Young Lady!”
The maid who followed behind Yurina hastily closed the door and
examined her wound .
The maid wiped off the blood on her cheek with her sleeve . Yurina
then slowly glanced around . And every time they were caught in her
gaze, they would tremble with their heads bowed .
“What in the world happened here?”
Even if Raynard didn’t have any manners and used crude harsh
words, he had never used physical violence against others before .
Rather, his harsh words were more like a defense mechanism to
survive alone in this cruel world . Like an angry puffer fish who puffs
up and stops a thousand enemies from approaching .
When he said he didn’t like Mrs . Lauren, all he did was glare and
stepped back to a corner .
Yurina hadn’t known Raynard as long, but somehow, she was certain
of it .
“Betsy, tell me exactly what happened . Everything . ”
