Chapter 237

The mages continued on with their conversation.

I also heard that she was very young.

I heard that she looked only in her late teens or early twenties.

Really! Its amazing that she reached that level of magic at such a young age. It seems as if she is not just an ordinary genius.

She might be older than she looks though.

Even if she is in her thirties, its still extraordinary.

Shouldnt we try to scout her to join us in the magical tower?

We should at least try once. A talented magician like her would definitely be a big help in the magical tower.

As the top mages continued talking, Lylas value as a mage soared higher; however, there were people who did not look at Lyla so favorably. Wayne Jaewick was a leading representative of those people, and the slight trembling on his cheeks reflected his current emotions.

However, the mages were so absorbed in their conversations that they were unable to notice Wayne Jaewicks expression. There were those who noticed, but they decided to ignore him. They had already kept their courtesy by not bringing up his grandsons story again. However, there was another person besides Wayne Jaewick who seemed to have negative feelings about Lyla.

Since she is such a talented mage, she might really be able to help Elena.

What nonsense.

The meeting room immediately became silent. People quickly moved their gazes at the disgruntled voice. Their gazes landed on the seat with the highest authority, the chair of the head of the magical tower.

No matter how great a mage she is, no one can make someone without mana do magic.

She gave false hope to a child who needs to face reality.

The mages glanced at each other. They all realized that the master wasnt pleased at all by the rumors of Lyla teaching Elena.

Well, yes. Sir, thats true.

Honestly, wasnt it you, sir, who personally taught Elena in the beginning? No matter how talented this Lyla person is, how can she be more skilled than you? Theres no way she can successfully do what you werent able to achieve. I think thats impossible.

Weve been too high-spirited after hearing about such a genius.

The mages in the meeting room were trying to cater to the masters moods, but after calming down, they also didnt think that Lyla would be successful in educating Elena. Wayne Jaewick also fervently nodded his head. Rather than agreeing with the other mages words, he felt pleased that Lylas value, which was reaching the sky, was falling.

However, a sentence that directly irritated the masters mood was uttered. But is it so wrong?

Everyones gazes shifted towards the speaker.

Isnt this what Elena wants? Shes still young. I dont think its a bad idea to let her do everything she wants right now. If she can successfully awaken her mana, itll be great, but even if she cant, will the situation get any worse? Itll actually be better for her to keep trying like this, and eventually she will realize her limits and accept her situation.

So youre saying that youll keep watching her suffer like this, Orland?!

Orland shook his head at Walwisss anger. What kind of father enjoys watching his daughter suffer? However, itll be much more painful for Elena to give up on magic right now. Father, you know very well her love for magic.

Thats why Im saying she should quit right now! When do you think shell accept her limit? Its more effective for her to quickly quit a painful reality and bury it under time! How can you say youre her parent when youre throwing your child into a path of thorns!

Its my job as a parent to support the path my child wants to go.

Its also a parents job to guide your child to another path when the path they want to go is broken in the middle!

The words that passed between the father and son grew more blunt. The magicians around them were taken aback.

Im reminding you again, but I was also not a very outstanding magician when I was young! Im the type of person that got better at magic later on! Why cant you admit that Elena might be like me!

But you were at least standing on the starting line! Elena is not even on the starting line! If Elena just gives up on magic, she has plenty of potential in other areas! Also, youre not a normal case either!

Yes, I get it. Because of that, you were like that to me too.

Why are you suddenly talking about yourself!

Do you perhaps think that my child is an embarrassment to this family? Thats why youre making her quickly give up on mag

Slam!

Walwiss Dwayne slammed his fist on the table. What the hell did you just say?

Orland did not reply. However, he stared directly at Walwiss eyes and made it clear that he had no intentions to withdraw his statements.

Hey, hey, lets stop this. We cant act like this! Even though this is time for us to connect and build our relationships, its not a time for a family fight. The second-ranked mage who was directly under the master of the magicians tower in rank tried to appease Walwiss. Then the mage scolded Orland, And you, Orland Dwayne. No matter how angry you are, how could you say that to your father!

Ive been rude. Ive shown an embarrassing side of me. I apologize for my actions. Orland got up and bowed his head. However, he refused to face the direction where Walwiss was, and Walwiss was also not able to cover his furious eyes. It was difficult for people to continue their small talk in such a heavy atmosphere. While glancing at each other, people began to disperse.

After this meeting, a rumor began spreading across the magical tower and reached all the way to the towers lowest floorWalwiss and Orlands conflict surrounding Elena was more serious than what people thought.

* * *

While Lyla taught Elena, Zich sometimes wandered around the magical tower. It was usually to fulfill Lylas request. Lyla often asked Zich to go buy something in the magical towers shop. Most of the items that Lyla requested were snacks for her and Elena to eat during their break time. Elena felt apologetic, but Zich didnt mind getting stuff for them.

Like this, I can hear rumors. While waiting for baked bread to be packaged, Zich perked his ears. If he infused mana into his ear, his already keen hearing became even keener.

As expected, I cant hear any sound from the other floors.

As expected of a magicians tower, the only sounds that Zich could hear were sounds coming from the same floor he was on. However, even Zich was able to eavesdrop on an interesting conversation.

Have you heard about it? The head and Sir Orland Dwayne had a huge fight after their monthly meetings ended.

For what? Arent they family? What is there to fight aboutAh! Is it perhaps because of Elena Dwayne?

Yep. You know that Elena Dwayne got a new teacher, right?

Yeah, I saw it with my own eyes. Shes really amazing. Even though shes a mage, shes really good at punching, and in regards to magic abilities, I dont think she will be lacking compared to the top mages in the magical tower. Also, shes young and beautiful!

But the master doesnt seem to like that.

Well, its pretty well known that he doesnt like Elena Dwayne studying magic.

Yeah, and compared to him, Sir Orland Dwayne has always been supportive of Elena Dwaynes magic education.

Ah, then did their conflict explode because of Elena Dwaynes new, talented teacher?

Yeah, for sure. Since they had a fight in front of everybody, it seems like this problem runs deep between the two of them.

Zich smirked. Even though the two unknown magicians continued to talk, no more useful information passed between them.

We are making an impact for sure.

If the two of them had a fight, even in a meeting room where everyone was watching, their relationship was probably at the lowest point.

At the same time, their interest in Lyla would spike up.

A young, genius magician that suddenly appeared in the magical tower and was now teaching their daughter/granddaughterit was impossible for them to not pay attention to Lyla.

Theyre going to call Lyla soon.

Then Orland and Walwiss Dwayne would try to figure out what kind of people Lyla and Zich were. When the food he ordered came out, Zich picked it up and bought one more drink and returned to where Lyla and Elena were. And like he predicted, a request to see Lyla came after several more days.

The first person to make his move was Elenas father, Orland Dwayne.

* * *

From beneath the carriage, there were small sounds of hooves hitting the ground; following the sound, the carriage also slowly shook. However, the pavements were smooth and the carriage was of high-quality, so the shaking remained minimal. Inside the carriage, Zich and Lyla sat next to each other, and Elena sat on the other side. They were currently heading to Orlands mansion after receiving an invitation from him.

Elena looked a bit nervous; she seemed a bit scared about what would happen in the first meeting between her teacher and father. Since her father supported her magic studies, it seemed as if nothing much would happen, but if her father also changed his mind about her studying magic, Elena would have to really study without anyone to depend on. Of course, even then she didnt think about giving up on her magic studies.

Itll probably be all right. She comforted herself like this, but her anxiety didnt go away. Im also worried about Mr. Zich.

He was her teachers friend who was always kind to her. However, if she thought back to her teachers duel with Jaewick, Zich didnt seem like a person who was only kind. At the same time, it wasnt as if anything could be resolved just by worrying. Elena let in a deep breath.

Are you nervous?

Yes, a bit. Elena honestly nodded at Zichs question.

Lyla made a calm smile and said, Dont worry. Im just greeting your father as your teacher. Its nothing for you to get nervous about.

Yeah. And from the rumors, it seems like your father is very supportive of your magic studies.

Yes, thats true. What Zich and Lyla said was true. However, whenever she recalled her fathers support, she thought of her grandfathers opposition at the same time and felt a bit insecure.

If youre so worried, why dont you tell us a bit about your father? If we know more about him, we can prepare in advance.

Elena agreed to Zichs words and began explaining, His name is Orland Dwayne. Hes also the leader of the Conroad School of Magic, which is one of the biggest schools of magic.

I heard that hes in a different school of magic than you and your grandfather.

Yes, thats right. Honestly, Conroad School of Magic is my mothers school.

A new figure, Elenas mother, appeared in the narrative. Zichs eyes sparkled a little bit.

At that time, my father was not a very promising figure in the magical tower. My grandfather also didnt think my father would become a figurehead in magic. My father thought he should find a different method to improve his skills, so he followed my mother and changed schools.

And he improved dramatically, right?

Elena nodded. I heard that it happens sometimes. There are people whose affinity doesnt match with the school they are in.

Could you give some examples?

My grandfather and I are in the Pulru School of Magic, and fire magic is their specialty.

Zich nodded. Before his regression, Elenas specialty was also fire-related magic.

However, the Conroad School of Magic is on the opposite spectrum. People in this school specialize in ice magic.

No wonder. His affinity is the complete opposite.

Yes.

I dont mean to impose, but what happened to your mother?

She passed away.

Im sorry. I asked a very rude question. Zich dipped his head a bit.

Elena quickly denied his words. No. It happened a long time ago, so Im all right.

Lyla quickly asked another question and changed the topic. Then would you say its accurate for us to think of your father as a talented magician who specializes in ice magic?

Yes.