I really just want to hang out in the magic world.

The moment he stepped into his personal room, Ruan Xiaozhe couldn't help but be surprised at how empty it was...

The generosity and simplicity of the Skeleton Principal are fully demonstrated here. Apart from the necessary daily necessities such as desks, chairs and beds, the room is almost empty...

At this time, in other rooms, the noble students were almost stunned when they saw the empty rooms.

"Is this—a place where beggars live?"

"Nothing. Did someone come and steal the room?"

……

Ruan Xiaozhe first sorted the clothes he received in order, and then simply placed the luggage in the corner.

Then he took out a booklet - "About Einlogard".

This is a booklet introducing the school that every new student will receive before entering school. It covers the school's rules and regulations and curriculum.

"You must take the required courses, and you can choose the others freely. In the first month, you can walk around, listen and decide what to study..." Ruan Xiaozhe recited softly, feeling satisfied with the school's flexible class scheduling.

Although Einlogard seems strict, it gives students great freedom in their studies.

Here, every student can choose the direction of study according to his or her interests and goals.

"A magician is someone who explores the truth of the world. Even if you have the help of your predecessors and teachers, you still have to choose your own path."

These words from Principal Os Gonadartes included in the booklet made Ruan Xiaozhe even more curious about this mysterious principal.

Putting the booklet aside casually, Ruan Xiaozhe decided to go to the freshman lounge to communicate with his classmates.

There, he met Yunai who had arrived earlier.

"I want to learn alchemy." Yunel shared her plan enthusiastically, her eyes sparkling with longing for the future.

"Alchemy?" Ruan Xiaozhe was a little surprised, but he quickly understood Yunel's choice.

Alchemy is an ancient and mysterious art that can create a variety of magical items and potions.

For Yunai, who has been interested in alchemy since childhood, this is undoubtedly a great opportunity.

"I have been interested in alchemy since I was a child. I want to open a workshop and supply the royal family." Yuner excitedly described her future plans.

“Maybe I can make some money.”

"That's good. After all, stability might be better." Ruan Xiaozhe nodded in agreement, but he was a little hesitant.

Although alchemy is attractive, the competition is also extremely fierce. There are many alchemist guilds in the empire, and the struggle between them is extremely cruel.

For example, some Alchemist Guilds distribute potions for free to Adventurer Guilds in order to spread bad rumors about potions made by the enemy Alchemist Guild, or monopolize all herbs used as potion raw materials and control them, etc.

"Do you want to do it together?" Yuner invited Ruan Xiaozhe.

"Well... let me think about it first." Ruan Xiaozhe did not agree immediately.

He knew that his goals and interests did not lie in alchemy.

"So what are you interested in?" Yuner asked curiously.

"I..." Ruan Xiaozhe felt a little embarrassed by the question.

Ruan Xiaozhe originally planned to choose some courses that were not very competitive and easy to score in order to accumulate more credits and thus switch to a more comfortable career as a magician.

But at this moment, he didn't want to tell Yunel his true thoughts directly.

"Well, I'm still considering it." Ruan Xiaozhe answered vaguely.

He knew that in this competitive school, everyone was working hard for their own goals, and he was no exception.

"A month is enough time for us to slowly explore and choose the career that suits us best. There is no need to rush." ​​Ruan Xiaozhe said to Yuner with a smile, trying to calm the surprise on her face.

"Wow...you are really thoughtful." Yunel exclaimed, her eyes shining with admiration.

"??"

Ruan Xiaozhe looked at Yunier in confusion, somewhat bewildered.

"Most people who come here are eager to decide on their magic direction and choose what they are interested in. But few people are like you who can analyze so calmly." Yunel explained.

"Actually, I just think that it's hard for us to know what we are really suitable for before we try it," Ruan Xiaozhe said frankly.

"Forcing yourself to learn a magic course that is not suitable for you is not only inefficient, but may also make you lose your passion for magic."

“Is this also the family philosophy of Vodanaz?”

"That's right." Yunel nodded in agreement, "As magicians pursuing the truth, we should let go of our obsessions and choose the path that suits us best."

However, while the two were talking, Genando, who was the last to enter the dormitory, ran over in a panic.

"Something bad has happened!" he shouted breathlessly.

"What's wrong?" Ruan Xiaozhe and Yuner asked in unison.

"It seems like a thief broke into my room! Everything is gone!" said Gennando anxiously.

Hearing this, Ruan Xiaozhe and Yunail looked at each other and smiled bitterly.

……

The course "Basic Magical Understanding" is a required introductory course for first-year students at Einlogard.

However, the students of Qinglong Tower who came to take this course today did not seem to be in good shape at the moment.

"Why does everyone look so sad?" Ruan Xiaozhe asked puzzledly.

"I'm hungry, I can't sleep well, my clothes are uncomfortable, and I can't move smoothly." Genando complained, and his words immediately resonated with the students around him.

"When I woke up this morning, I thought yesterday was just a dream."

"I thought I could have hot white bread with freshly made butter in the morning, and hot soup made with chicken and spices."

"But this is not a dream. When I get up, I am still greeted by hard black bread, cold rice balls and a glass of cold water..."

“I’m full just by looking at it.”

Ruan Xiaozhe listened to their complaints, but felt a little confused.

To him, these were just minor setbacks in life.

After all, he grew up in the Vodanazi family. Although he enjoyed preferential treatment, he also experienced many difficult days.

"Brother, am I seeing things?" Gennando suddenly asked, "Does it really mean that we can only eat after we start working at nine in the morning and after nine in the evening?"

"Well, yes," a senior student replied helplessly, "but don't worry, there are energy bars here that can be used as a substitute for breakfast, lunch and dinner."

"How...how can this be possible?" Ganando's eyes widened. "Are we going to have to eat this forever?"

"We don't always eat this." Another senior student added, "After work, there will be a sumptuous dinner waiting for us. But... instant noodles may also be a regular."

"Instant noodles? This is going to drive us crazy!" Genando wailed.

"Sorry, sorry." The senior students expressed their sympathy, "But you have to understand that this is how life is here. However... sandwiches are still available occasionally."

Listening to their conversation, Ruan Xiaozhe felt somewhat relieved.

At least in his opinion, this kind of life was not too bad. But looking at the gloomy expressions of the students around him, he knew that for most people, this was indeed difficult to accept.

As a crisp bell rang, the door of the "Basic Magic Understanding" classroom slowly opened.