Academy's Second Seat [part 2 Complete]

Chapter 209: Astria (1)

I had finished packing all my belongings and was ready to head to the capital.

There had been brief departures from the academy before, but preparing to leave for good brought on a wave of new emotions.

There was no place as comfortable as here...

I was surrounded by familiar people, and my actions were free.

Now, outside the academy, I would have to be cautious with every move.

A single misstep could lead to unforeseen trouble.

At the academy, the Astria name made actions easier, but in the capital, my name might become a hindrance.

Being the center of attention only added to this.

Early in the morning.

I picked up my luggage and stepped outside.

I planned to leave without delay since I had to depart anyway.

It was so early that only the chirping of birds could be heard, and no one was in sight.

Yet, the fresh breeze was uplifting.

"Rudy, is that you?"

Then, a coachman in the distance approached me.

"Yes, it's me."

"I'll take your luggage."

The coachman quickly ran over, taking the bags from my hand and loading them onto the carriage.

Perhaps he recognized my name, or maybe it was just the briskness of a coachman from the capital.

After loading my bags, the coachman looked at me.

"Shall we depart immediately, or is there somewhere you'd like to stop by first?"

I glanced briefly at the academy.

I contemplated visiting Robert or Cromwell one last time, but then shook my head.

It was doubtful they'd be at work at this time, and without anything specific to say, there seemed no point in stopping by.

"Let's go now."

I spoke briefly and boarded the carriage.

The inside of the carriage was comfortable.

Renting an expensive carriage meant plush seats and a space comfortable enough to rest.

The front window of the carriage opened, and the coachman peeked in.

"It'll be a long ride, so feel free to sleep. The carriage is enchanted with vibration control magic for a comfortable rest."

"Ah, okay."

"Then, we'll be departing now."

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Raei Translations

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Time passed, and I slowly stirred from my stiffness.

It felt like a significant amount of time had passed, yet we had not yet arrived at the capital.

Despite the carriage being as comfortable as possible, the confined space had left my body feeling cramped.

I moved slightly to ease the stiffness and then slumped back into the seat.

"I should have taken out a few books."

Once I had loosened up, I realized there was nothing much to do.