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The aged parchment emitted a moldy smell, and the flickering red glow of the magic candle filled the air as the apprentices huddled together, their faces a mix of anxiety and determination.
One hundred gold coins.
For these young mages, it was an enormous sum—savings accumulated over years of frugality, patching up worn magic robes, and enduring hunger.
However, the allure of the senior instructor Luna and the call of the mysterious forbidden technique were far too powerful for them to resist.
“One hundred gold coins…” murmured a young apprentice, his voice barely audible as he nervously rubbed the chipped edge of his grimoire.
He glanced at their leader, a young man with rough hands and eyes that held both doubt and burning ambition.
Their leader, simply referred to as "Big Brother," stood tall, his resolve as firm as cooling lava.
“Think of this as an investment,” he declared loudly, his voice laced with feigned confidence that barely masked his inner tremor.
“This is an investment in our future! Luna… she is different. She sees potential in us that others refuse to acknowledge. Compared to the power we are about to gain and the respect we will earn, one hundred gold coins is nothing!”
A wave of hesitant nods rippled through the crowd.
They placed their trust and meager savings into the hands of a little girl who could barely walk steadily.
Luna, a reincarnation of a great mage, a child who could discuss arcane mysteries with the ease of an experienced master.
Meanwhile, within the grand walls of the Magic Academy, a different kind of negotiation was taking place.
Luna sat on a velvet cushion, her unsettlingly sharp gaze scrutinizing the gathered magic mentors.
These self-proclaimed masters of secret techniques demanded exorbitant fees for their services, their greed cloaked beneath a veneer of academic respectability.
"Each student requires at least three hundred gold coins," a gaunt Mage panted, stroking his long white beard as if it were a sacred treasure.
"And please note, this does not include the cost of materials. We are using the most powerful energies and the rarest materials..."
Luna stifled a yawn, her small fingers impatiently tapping on the cushion.
She had anticipated their greed long ago.
"Gold is fleeting," she countered, her voice surprisingly weighty for someone her age.
"True power lies in knowledge, in access to... this." She elegantly produced an unassuming little pouch.
As she opened the pouch, a flickering light spilled forth, enveloping the room in an ethereal glow.
Inside the pouch, nestled among silk threads, lay a collection of shimmering gemstones, each radiating raw Magical Energy.
The Mages gasped, their eyes glinting with avarice.
These were no ordinary trinkets; they were rare materials for advanced magic that could amplify their power a hundredfold.
Despite grumbling about negotiating with a child being beneath their dignity, they reluctantly agreed, forcing smiles of acceptance while Luna's lips curled into a barely perceptible smirk of triumph.
She had secured a deal with her teachers at a bargain price.
Later that evening, under the soft glow of the Magic Moonstone, Luna and Ileisia meticulously examined the academy's ever-growing ledger.
In this patriarchal world, the cost of establishing a women's Magic Academy was astonishingly high for such a radical idea.
However, through the exchange of Magic Materials with her mentors, this dream was now within reach.
“We did it, Luna,” Ileisia said softly, a radiant smile lighting up her face.
“We really did,” her voice trembled slightly, a mix of relief and excitement.
The next day, the courtyard of the academy was bustling with activity.
Families from all over the magical world gathered to participate in the academy's first enrollment day.
The air was thick with a blend of hope and anxiety as mothers tightly held their daughters' hands, gazing at the grand building with a mix of awe and trepidation.
However, amidst the excitement, there were dissonant notes.
Some parents, clinging to outdated traditions, attempted to sneak their sons into the line, their mouths filled with desperate excuses.
“But my son, he is exceptionally gifted! He will surely benefit more from the education here than those girls…” one father pleaded, pushing his reluctant son forward.
Ileisia's gentle demeanor turned resolute as she stood her ground.
“This academy only admits girls,” she stated firmly.
“We believe in empowering young women and nurturing their potential. Your daughter,” she said to the little girl hiding behind her father's legs, whose eyes were filled with fear and longing, “will be welcomed here. Come on, child.”
Before the disgruntled father could protest further, a figure emerged from the shadows of the academy.
Lucius, Ileisia's son and the heir of Glory Fortress, exuded a quiet strength.
With a subtle wave of his wrist, he conjured a shimmering barrier that separated the protesting parents from the academy's entrance.
“The rules are clear,” Lucius announced, his voice carrying an undeniable authority.
A wave of fear swept through the crowd, their previous arrogance dissipating like morning mist.
Reluctantly, they stepped back, their faces etched with resentment and worry.
The message was clear: Glory Fortress would not tolerate dissent.
Lucius turned expressionlessly towards Ileisia.
In the academy, Luna watched the scene unfold with a faint smile playing on her lips.
She exchanged a glance with Ileisia and almost imperceptibly nodded.
“Ileisia,” she whispered, her voice barely audible amidst the murmurs of the crowd.
“Tell Qin Qin…”
The recent hot topic at the Glorious Demon Fortress, aside from Lord Leonard's romantic escapades, was Lady Aelia's initiative regarding the Magic Castle Academy.
This all began with Luna. Ever since this Little One displayed extraordinary intelligence, Aelia had occasionally confided in her about the difficulties faced in managing the household.
Just a few days ago, Luna had casually mentioned that the girls at Magic Castle shouldn't just learn to make Embroidered Shoes and cook; they should also study magic to enhance their self-worth.
Upon hearing this, Aelia was thrilled; those words struck a chord deep within her!
She immediately made up her mind: it must be done!
However, as with any new endeavor, starting was difficult. From the moment preparations for the Magic Castle Academy began, Aelia faced numerous challenges.
On this sunny day, Aelia, accompanied by Qin Si, inspected the preparations for the Girls' Academy.
As they walked, Qin Si fanned her mistress, chatting away, "Madam, the location for the Girls' Academy is really quite good—spacious and secluded, but..."
"But what?" Aelia stopped and looked at Qin Si.
Qin Si lowered her voice, "It's just that this Magic Master... isn't it too difficult to invite? The few who came before, as soon as they heard it was to teach girls, either asked for an outrageous fee or simply refused outright, claiming it would tarnish Siwen's reputation."
Aelia sighed and rubbed Mei Xin's head.
This matter was indeed giving her a headache.
It was hard to find a Magic Master!
Those with any reputation were all eager to teach talented Young Masters; who would want to come and teach a group of girls?
Just then, a plain-looking man approached; he was in charge of preparing the Girls' Academy.
"Madam, we are encountering some trouble with enrollment..."
"What kind of trouble?" Aelia braced herself; she had been through so many frustrating issues lately that she was almost getting used to it.
The man wiped the sweat from his forehead and said cautiously, "A few parents... want their sons to disguise themselves as girls to enroll."
"Absurd!" Aelia slammed her hand on the nearby stone table. "This is nonsense! The Magic Castle Academy is for girls; what do they think they're doing?!"
Qin Si chimed in beside her, "Exactly! Madam, you've worked so hard for this Girls' Academy, and they want to take advantage of it!"
Just as Aelia was feeling overwhelmed by this issue, Lucius arrived.
He held out a letter and handed it to Aelia. "Mother, this is from a Mage I met during my travels. He heard that the Magic Castle is opening a Girls' Academy and is very interested in coming to teach."
Aelia took the letter and read it carefully, a smile spreading across her face. "Good, good! This is wonderful! Lucius, you have truly helped me a great deal!"
A few days later, Magic Castle Academy officially opened its doors.
On the day of the opening, the sun shone brightly as a group of girls in brand new uniforms, carrying their backpacks, excitedly walked into the Girls' Academy.
Aelia stood at the entrance, watching these energetic children with a heart full of hope.
The Mage that Lucius had invited also arrived as promised. Dressed in a simple Magic Robe, he appeared gentle and refined, exuding an air of scholarly elegance.
Of course, there were a few minor incidents, such as some parents who still harbored ulterior motives, attempting to sneak their sons into the academy. However, Aelia saw through their intentions on the spot and gave them a stern reprimand.
Overall, the opening of Magic Castle Academy went quite smoothly.
Watching the innocent and joyful smiles of the children, Aelia felt that all her hard work during this time had not been in vain.
She believed that these girls would surely become the pride of Magic Castle in the future!
As for Luna, this little one was sitting in Aelia's arms, laughing merrily.
She knew this was just the beginning; many more challenges awaited her in the future.
But she was not afraid at all because she was a little girl who had crossed into a story, blessed with the aura of a protagonist. What was there to fear?
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