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Chapter 53 – The Voices Calling Him (2)

Meltor Kingdom’s internal structure was rather unique. It had been founded by a great magician and had gone on to prosper by leaning heavily into magic. Thus, the magic towers gradually became the foundation of its national strength. As a result, nobles merely acted as custodians of wealth and status. The true wielders of power were the senior magicians of the towers. Their support was the reason the royal family had such a firm grip on the entire kingdom. As the only 8th Circle magicians, the Red Tower Master and Blue Tower Master were treated even more respectfully among senior magicians, second only to the king.

In other words, Theo had just been summoned by the three most powerful individuals in the entire kingdom.

As soon as he received Elder Shugel’s permission to leave, Theo immediately informed his family. Gluttony’s Inventory may have eliminated his need to pack, but he needed to say goodbye to his family.

“... So, that happened, and I have to return to the capital immediately.”

His family stared at him blankly. Their son was involved with His...