My Magic Academy

1.1 Another World

It all began when Shiro was walking home from school. One moment, the familiar streets surrounded him, but as he neared his house, the scenery shifted abruptly, morphing into the dense shadows of a deep, dark forest. The cacophony of the city disappeared, replaced by the quiet symphony of forest insects.

At first, he questioned his own senses. "How could the surroundings change so suddenly? This can't be real," he muttered incredulously. But when a colossal bird monster, with a human-like face atop a bird's body, soared overhead, reality crashed down upon him like a tidal wave. He had been inexplicably transported into a realm beyond his wildest imagination.

Shiro's days in that forest were a relentless nightmare. Each moment was a battle for survival, a desperate struggle against the unforgiving elements. Lost in the wilderness, he couldn't even begin to estimate how long he had been trapped there, fighting tooth and nail for his life.

Every day was a grueling test of endurance as he fought against the relentless onslaught of dangerous monsters, predatory animals, and deadly plants. Shiro was pushed to the brink of madness, grappling with the harsh reality of his situation. He had never anticipated such a dire scenario, never learned the survival skills necessary to navigate this brutal landscape.

Time and time again, he teetered on the edge of death, his body battered and broken from countless close encounters with danger. But through sheer determination and an unyielding will to survive, Shiro pressed on, driven by the burning desire to return to his world, to reunite with his beloved family and friends.

The memories of his time in the forest had become hazy, blurred by the relentless onslaught of danger and the haunting specter of death.

Perhaps it was the result of his multiple brushes with the Grim Reaper, each encounter leaving him more shaken and disoriented than the last.

Emerging from the depths of the forest, Shiro's hopes for safety were shattered as he stumbled into another nightmare: slavery. Unable to communicate with the villagers of the small village due to the language barrier, he unwittingly fell prey to their deceit, led into bondage by their false facade.

Lost in a world where kindness seemed scarce and danger lurked around every corner, Shiro's naivety proved to be his downfall. Blinded by his belief in the inherent goodness of people and overwhelmed by the excitement of discovering humans again, he failed to recognize the danger that surrounded him until it was too late.

Trapped in the merciless grip of the slavery, Shiro endured unspeakable horrors that left him scarred and traumatized. There were moments when he wished for death, when the agony of his existence seemed too much to bear. But amidst the darkness, a glimmer of hope emerged: the faces of his family, long forgotten but suddenly vivid in his mind's eye. Their desperate search for him fueled his determination to survive, even in the face of overwhelming despair.

Uncertain whether their presence was real or merely a figment of his tortured mind, Shiro clung to their memory as a lifeline, a beacon of hope in the darkness of his existence. And with their faces etched into his heart, he resolved to persevere, to endure whatever trials lay ahead until he could be reunited with his loved ones once more.

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Amidst the oppressive darkness of slavery, time seemed to lose its shape for Shiro. Yet, within this bleak existence, a faint spark of hope flickered as he stumbled upon the enigmatic realm of magic. However, without guidance to harness this newfound discovery, his destiny remained veiled in uncertainty. It was only when he encountered Pver Goshen, a revered sage of profound renown, that the path of his fate began to unfold with clarity.

Shiro's initial meeting with Pver unfolded during a lavish celebration orchestrated by his Master.

Pver cuts a striking figure with his middle-aged charm, boasting a head of dark blue hair, a hue seemingly common in this world, and piercing blue eyes that exude an intense gaze. Despite his age, his face remains relatively unblemished, save for a few subtle lines that hint at wisdom beyond his years. Clad in a peculiar robe adorned with intricate writings, he carries himself with an air of authority, his presence commanding respect and attention wherever he goes.

Amidst the revelry, Pver stood out as an esteemed guest in the company of Shiro's master, while Shiro endured the ignominious role of being beaten for entertainment.

Upon locking eyes with Shiro, Pver perceived not the weariness of scars but an untapped reservoir of potential and boundless magical energy. Renowned for his aversion to apprenticeships, Pver swiftly made an exception, emancipating Shiro from slavery and anointing him as his sole disciple. Despite imbibing wisdom from Pver, Shiro found himself ensnared by doubt and paranoia, tormented by the specters of his past.

As time flowed steadily onward, Shiro shed the shackles of his past and emerged from the shadows of slavery. Under Pver's guidance, he blossomed, gaining confidence and strength with each passing day. As he delved deeper into the realms of magic, Shiro marveled at the vastness of Pver's wisdom and the immense power lying dormant within himself. Gradually, the seeds of self-belief took root in Shiro's heart, propelling him forward on a journey of self-discovery and enlightenment as he embraced his role as Pver's disciple.

Under the guidance of Pver, Shiro embarked on a journey of profound discovery. As his disciple, Shiro absorbed a wealth of knowledge not only about magic, but also about the intricate tapestry of the world itself: its history, languages, and myriad species that inhabited its vast expanse.

With each lesson, Shiro's understanding of the world deepened, revealing its staggering size and complexity. Yet, alongside its grandeur, he also uncovered its darker truths: a realm where strength dictated one's fate, and the weak were mercilessly oppressed. Despite the harsh realities he faced, Shiro remained undeterred in his pursuit of knowledge, driven by a burning desire to uncover the secrets of this enigmatic world and ultimately return to his own.

But before he could embark on his journey home, there was one task that consumed Shiro's thoughts: revenge.

The memories of Shiro's humiliation and suffering at the hands of those people who enslave him, as well as the treacherous townsfolk who had led him astray, fueled his determination to right the wrongs inflicted upon him. And with the power of magic coursing through his veins, Shiro vowed to unleash his fury upon those who had wronged him.

After years of rigorous study, rigorous exercise, and tireless exploration, Shiro had accumulated a vast reservoir of knowledge about the world. His mastery of magic and physical prowess had reached astonishing heights. However, beneath his outward facade of normalcy, a smoldering desire for vengeance against those who had wronged him lay dormant, waiting for the right moment to ignite.

As Shiro, now a young adult, finally decides the time has come to enact his revenge, he meticulously crafts his sinister plan. Consumed by hatred and driven by the thirst for vengeance, he casts aside his previous moral convictions, becoming blinded to any sense of right and wrong.

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Without informing his master, Pver, of his true intentions, Shiro concocted a clever ruse, claiming that he needed to venture into the wilderness in search of rare ingredients. In reality, his journey was far more sinister: a quest for vengeance.

In this vast and sprawling world, Shiro's magical prowess proved invaluable. Utilizing a mid-level magic spell that he had painstakingly mastered, Shiro could effortlessly track individuals based on their facial features alone, a skill honed through tireless practice and unwavering determination.

However, after years of enduring trauma, Shiro found himself unable to recall the faces of those involved in his past injustices. Desperate for closure, he turned to a high-level spell, one that pledged to unearth his long-forgotten memories with unprecedented clarity.

It was a harrowing ordeal, dredging up his forgotten traumas and reliving them as a helpless spectator.

Yet, fueled by his thirst for justice and armed with newfound magical prowess, Shiro pressed on, his heart aflame with the fires of vengeance. And as he embarked on his path of retribution, he knew that nothing would stand in the way of his quest to right the wrongs of his past.

TO BE CONTINUED

"Magical energy is akin to a blend of mana and life force, coursing through every species, be it humans or any other intelligent living beings, monsters, or animals. However, depleting every last trace of this energy carries the risk of death." -Rai