Chapter 533

533.

The northern continent is the territory of the elves.

Of course, not all of the northern continent is elven territory, but the fact remains that elves occupy most of the vast northern lands.

Thus, countless elven nations existed throughout the northern continent.

“Among them, Eldon is, kindly speaking, a very special country.”

Lunia said this while they were heading towards Eldon.

“Cruelly speaking, it’s an eccentric place.”

Hearing Lunia’s words, Leo furrowed his brow in puzzlement.

“What exactly do you mean?”

“Well, how should I put it? It’s similar to Barharun, so you can kind of think of it as that.”

“Sounds like a hick town.”

“Correct.”

As Leo clicked his tongue, Lunia let out a small sigh.

Listening to their conversation, Eiran asked curiously, “How was Lady Luna’s school life back then?”

“From what I heard from Luna herself, it wasn’t exactly smooth sailing. First off, Barharun was no joke,” Lunia replied.

“What exactly happened there?”

“It was, literally, a city designed to breed High Elves. And the High Elves treated even their own kind, the regular elves, as inferior races.”

“Ah…”

At this, both Lunia and Eiran instinctively recalled one specific group.

“The Pureblood Society.”

“Seems like it’s similar to the concept of royalty or nobility these days.”

“Close enough. Moreover, Luna, being an orphan, only managed to get in because of her pure magical talent.”

In Barharun, where most students were children of prestigious families that produced many High Elves, Luna couldn’t help but be an outlier.

“In a way, she’s like an ecological disruptive species.”

A level of imagination and application in magic that transcends common sense.

And the raw mana that made it possible.

Without a doubt, in the history of magic’s existence, there has never been a greater magician than Luna.

Being able to witness the growth of such a magician from close quarters can be considered an immense stroke of luck.

Especially since with magic, simply being near such a magician can influence you and help you build a foundation to improve yourself.

However, the elves of Barharun merely sought to suppress Luna.

Another major role of Barharun was to cultivate the Elf King. They could never tolerate the unlikely possibility that a humble orphan like Luna could become the Elf King.

Chen Sia nodded her head.

Having faced discrimination in a different form between Heroes and Shadows, she understood Luna’s sentiments.

“Indeed. Having had such a difficult school life, she must detest that place.”

“Not at all. Even though people around her made her school life hard, she didn’t hate Barharun because of it.”

“Huh?”

“It’s not Luna if she’s going to cower like that. In fact, she used to throw all the troublemakers in there.”

“Uh…,”

Chen Sia was at a loss for words.

“Apparently, she’s quite proud of the fact that she was the biggest troublemaker in school,” remarked Leo.

The three girls were momentarily silent.

Considering the personality of Luna that the three had observed, it was evident that she was someone who wouldn’t just take it but would mercilessly retaliate whenever provoked.

“Well, there were also some good people.”

Akinte.

The man Leo had previously possessed was one who had taken good care of the lonely Luna.

From what was heard, he was like a father to her.

“The reason Luna hates Barharun is because they didn’t fulfill their duties.”

At the time when Erebus appeared and Tartarus rose, Barharun, one of the strongest powers, fell utterly without a fight.

Moreover, they stabbed in the back those elves risking their lives for the world, all for their own prosperity and fame.

The countless betrayals committed by the High Elves, solely to preserve their own power, were enough to make many extremely angry.

And even after the Elf’s forces were wiped out and the world began to crumble quickly, it was the High Elves within who caused further discord, greatly obstructing the unity of their race.

“There may be some of our kin, but there is absolutely no way I can vouch that the Pureblood Society members wouldn’t do the same.”

Lunia clenched her teeth as she distorted her face.

In fact, the Pureblood Society had been caught secretly cooperating with the Demon King.

‘Despite their adamant denials.’

The evidence is clear as day.

Though investigations have been slow due to the considerable influence of the Pureblood Society within the elven society, they are currently narrowing down the investigation net.

“Right there over there, that is Eldon.”

Lunia spoke while making a face.

In the distance, a tall tower could be seen.

“Is that an observatory?”

“Yes, Eldon’s observatory is famous for being the second tallest after Seyrun,” said Eiran, nodding her head in response to Leo’s muttering.

Observing that, Lunia crossed her arms and murmured, “This is where things get problematic.”

“Problematic?”

When Chen Sia tilted her head in confusion, Lunia clicked her tongue.

“Eldon is a city-state but its influence is very powerful. As it’s the base of the Pureblood Society, it’s special. Not just in the sense of being a backwater, but in other ways.”

“Then what?”

“Eldon is a country where only users of the Magic of the Stars can live.”

This meant all its citizens were not just magicians but specifically Star Magicians.

It arose because the Pureblood Society viewed those elves who couldn’t use the Magic of the Stars as inferior.

“Moreover, there’s another issue. No species other than elves can absolutely enter Eldon.”

“Even outsiders have to undergo an incredibly thorough checkpoint inspection.”

“Could Lord Leo and I sneak in?”

“It’s possible, but not exactly easy.”

In response to Leo’s statement, Eiran nodded.

“It’s true. The entire city is protected by magic, making sneaking in almost impossible.”

The fact that everyone in this country can use magic means that magic there has developed immensely.

“Incidentally, I seem to recall hearing something about the elves’ magical towers.”

Upon hearing Leo speaking casually, Lunia nodded.

“Yes, though I’m reluctant to admit it, it’s a fact that Eldon’s Magic of the Stars has drastically advanced. The principal of Seyrun also comes from this country.”

“So, what should we do? Even with disguises, it doesn’t seem easy.”

Though Verkia did not master the Magic of the Stars, it wasn’t thought that she would be unable to enter.

After all, despite being primarily a swordsman, she possessed magical talent personally passed down from Luna herself.

And didn’t she possess an overwhelming amount of power that far exceeded the three of them?

Lunia asked Leo, “Leo, wouldn’t your power make a difference?”

“Hmm. If we need to sneak in, it’ll be difficult,” said Leo.

While it might not be hard to deactivate the protective magic guarding all of Eldon if it’s comprised of the Magic of the Stars, clandestinely entering would be another story.

‘These kinds of magics are usually very sensitive.’

Even though Leo was quite proficient with the Magic of the Stars, he wasn’t on par with Luna herself.

‘If my mana were at Seyrun’s level, it would be possible, but as it stands, my current mana isn’t quite there yet.’

Leaning down to look at his hand, Leo muttered.

“If not quickly? How much time would we need?”

“An exact time would only be determined upon examining the barrier directly, but judging from the city’s size, wouldn’t it take about a week?”

Magical spells on a city scale are immense, thus interpreting them takes a long time.

“So, we’ll just have to wait for that, right?”

As Lunia was deeply ruminating, Chen Sia asked, “Can the two of you directly enter Eldon?”

“Yes, it’s possible.”

Lunia peeled off her coat, revealing her Seyrun uniform underneath.

“Seyrun students can enter Eldon without needing a special access pass…”

“Huh!”

Lunia clicked her fingers.

“Leo! Isn’t it possible to disguise oneself as an elf with magic?”

“Hmm? That would be interesting.”

Leo stroked his chin while Eiran tilted her head in doubt.

“But isn’t it highly probable that the disguise magic would be detected during the entry inspection?”

“Who do you think is here? Leo is just as skilled in the Magic of the Stars as Lady Luna!”

Lunia gazed at him with trustworthy eyes.

“The entry inspection tool would be easy enough to fool, wouldn’t you agree?”

“What about me?”

When Chen Sia pointed to herself, Lunia replied:

“Leo can cast an illusion magic on you that will deceive them easily. Due to the Star magic on you, the inspection tool will recognize that you possess the magic of the stars. Of course, if your entire appearance changes drastically, it might get noticed. But just altering your outer appearance to look like an elf—it would be possible to easily deceive them!”

No matter how meticulously crafted a magical tool is, it is ultimately just a tool with complex magic woven into it. Thus, with a more delicate magic, it would be simple enough to deceive it.

At Lunia’s words, Chen Sia touched her ears gently.

Lunia lit up with excitement.

“Once we put on our school uniforms, we’ll be perfect Seyrun students and won’t be questioned harshly! How’s that?”

“That’s a great idea!” said Eiran, smiling widely.

“Great! Leo! Didn’t you keep the school uniform you got when you came here as an exchange student last time?”

“Uh, I returned it?”

“Ugh! It was such a perfect plan!”

Lunia clutched her head.

“How about making fake uniforms?”

At Chen Sia’s words, Leo shook his head.

“The fakes will be found out. After all, the school uniform itself isn’t just any simple piece; it has numerous magic spells cast on it.”

“Ah, indeed. The Rumeran school uniforms aren’t made casually either.”

“Right. And apparently, Seyrun uniforms aren’t even made at uniform stores but are distributed directly by the school.”

“That’s complicated.”

As Chen Sia made a slightly regretful face,

“Hey! Over there!”

Eiran raised her hand at that moment.

She muttered nervously for a bit, then said with a newfound courage:

“I… have an idea.”

Seeing Eiran swallow hard before speaking, the group looked on with a puzzled expression.

*

In front of the checkpoint at Eldon.

Outsiders were being inspected to gain entry into Eldon.

As a sharp-eyed inspector was conducting his checks, two girls approached.

“What is the … Huh?!”

The official who had been questioning in an official tone suddenly paused.

“Students from Seyrun Academy?”

“Thank you for your hard work.”

The silver-haired girl, Eiran, smiled brightly while greeting.

The black-haired girl beside her, Chen Sia, also smiled gently as she followed Eiran’s lead.

“I’ve come here to study magic.”

The inspector verified this by peeking at the crystal ball on his table.

Based on the magical residue from the uniforms the two were wearing, the golden glow indicating them as students of Seyrun rose into the air.

“Ah, yes! If I may ask your names…?”

“My name is Eiran Ersar. This one is Siren Rel.”

“Ah! Miss Eiran!”

The inspector’s gaze immediately shifted to Eiran, the second-ranked student in her grade.

“Your visit is sincerely appreciated!”

He quickly stood up, bowed deeply, and gestured to open the gate.

“To my fellow visitors who are to follow, please take good care of them. Let’s go, Miss Siren.”

Eiran and Chen Sia, using an alias, entered Eldon together.

‘With the top student from Seyrun visiting during such times, something great might happen in Eldon!’

As the inspector beamed with excitement, a red-haired girl arrived, muttering incomprehensibly under her breath.

“Thousand… should… pay for…!”

Recognizing her, the inspector sucked in his breath.

‘Could it be? The student president of Seyrun, Lunia El Rundah!’

At a very young age, this person became not only the student president of Seyrun but also rose to the position of a Hero.

She was also known as the successor of the Founding Luminal, Lady Luna.

Seeing Lunia’s appearance, the inspector’s hands trembled.

“Shall we conduct no inspection?”

The girl with white hair who was peeking from behind Lunia asked curiously.

“Kyak! Yes, yes! Two students! Excuse me, may I confirm your names?”

“My name is Leona, and this is Lunia.”

“Lu, Lunia-sama and Leona-sama! Confirmed! We sincerely welcome your visit to Eldon!”

“Let’s go.”

“Thousands should be struck with divine punishment. How dare they make the Great Hero look like this. The gods will certainly be enraged.”

“Let’s hurry.”

Leo nudged Lunia’s back.

After exiting the inspection point, Lunia, with a red face, asked,

“Why are you so calm?”

“Is there an issue? We passed easily thanks to you. It was efficient and good.”

Leo, dressed in Lunia’s school uniform, shrugged carelessly.

Watching Leo’s attitude, Lunia’s shoulders trembled.

“Mr. Leo… you’re so beautiful… ah… ah… picture! I must take a picture!”

“Reina-sama finds you extremely beautiful hence the makeup must be making Lord Leo appear so enchanting. Should we start addressing Lord Leo as Lady Leona?”

While Eiran murmured while gripping her face, Chen Sia smiled mischievously before getting a bonk on the head from Leo.

“Clearly, they’re unusual. They’re absolutely unusual!”

While Lunia alone turned red and clutched her hair, the rest continued onward.

“Let’s find lodging quickly and change out of these clothes.”

As Leo moved forward leisurely, they suddenly paused.

Wooong!

A slight tremor was felt around his waist.

At the familiar sensation, a shadow of seriousness flashed across Leo’s face.

‘Bihar?’