Abyssal Chronicles

Chapter 421 - 422 - Luminous Royal Academy [2/??]

Luminous Royal Academy, established jointly by Red Leaf Empire’s royal family, the Asumos Church, and the Empire’s Education Commission, is one of the top educational institutions on the continent. Its educational standards, faculty strength, student quality, and educational resources are unparalleled.

Among the few institutions that can rival it on the entire Continent, it stands out prominently.

At present,

Especially within the Red Leaf Empire and Asumos Church, numerous powerful individuals and scholars have graduated from this renowned academy. Even now, two of the three Heavenly Apostles of the Church originate from Luminous Royal Academy.

In a sense, this renowned academy serves as the lifeblood of Red Leaf Empire and Asumos Church. It continually nurtures talents for these two major forces, continuously elevating their overall quality. The reason Luminous Royal Academy possesses such formidable educational power lies partly in its exceptional resources and also in the preservation of the legendary Heart of the Sacred Dragon within its central restricted area.

The Heart of the Sacred Dragon.

It’s the relic left behind after the passing of the Sacred Dragon King.

The Sacred Dragon King was once the leader of the dragon race, a peak level 8 transcendent being who led the dragons to become the rulers of the world.

Naturally, his relic possesses extraordinary effects. Its primary effect is bestowing blessings upon others. But these aren’t ordinary blessings; the blessings of the Heart of Sacred Dragon possess an exceptional power that breaks conventions. They can tap into a person’s potential, greatly accelerating their cultivation speed.

Throughout history, numerous powerhouses have broken through their bottlenecks under the blessings of Sacred Dragon Heart, enabling them to reach new heights of strength.

Such a treasure naturally attracts countless covetous eyes, as many seek to seize this legendary Heart of the Sacred Dragon.

However, those who wish to lay hands on it must consider a serious question. Do they possess the ability to withstand the wrath of both Asumos Church and the Red Leaf Empire? For over hundreds of years, many have attempted to take Sacred Dragon Heart from Luminous Royal Academy, but without exception, they’ve met tragic fates.

Most of them, even before encountering the Heart of the Sacred Dragon itself,

Die a tragic death within the halls of Luminous Royal Academy.

The reason was simple:

The security measures and defensive power around the central forbidden area of the academy are so terrifying as to be hair-raising.

...

At this moment,

With high noon approaching, a figure dressed in noble black and gold mage robes, holding a studded gemstone staff, slowly descended from the sky amidst a burst of pure white magical light, arriving at the central restricted area of Luminous Royal Academy.

Gazing at the palace-like restricted area before her, bathed in silvery-white tones, the mage removed her mage hat with deliberate care. She was a woman with silver-streaked hair, appearing somewhat aged.

Her hair was meticulously arranged, her chestnut-colored tresses elegantly coiled at the back of her head, free from any sign of disorder.

However, those silver threads of white hair were still distinct among the chestnut strands. The once attractive countenance had lost its original charm to the ravages of time. In the slightly sunken eye sockets, a pair of deep blue eyes silently conveyed the weight of years.

"Open"

After a moment of silence, the woman spoke slowly.

With the utterance of the word "open" a vigorous surge of white magic burst forth from the gemstone atop her staff, cascading toward the entrance of the restricted area like waves. As this potent magic spread, four protective barriers with terrifying abilities materialized around the restricted area...

These four barriers formed the first line of defense guarding the restricted area and the Heart of Sacred Dragon. Crafted by the combined efforts of six Red Moon Tower transcendent mages and an eighth-level powerhouse, they stood ready.

Without sufficient strength, any intruders attempting to breach these barriers would be reduced to ashes the instant they forcefully approached. Even if they managed to withstand the backlash of the barrier’s power, its unyielding defenses would leave them utterly despairing.

As the barriers emerged, the woman further manipulated her staff, rapidly chanting incantations that sounded cryptic and difficult to grasp.

In the next instant,

Under the woman’s control, the four barriers opened gaps simultaneously, forming a passage directly before her into the restricted area. Seeing this, the woman didn’t hesitate. She leaped into action, transforming into a streak of light under the impetus of the pure white magic, and shot into the heart of the restricted area.

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Inside the brightly lit palace within the restricted area,

Sensing the rapidly approaching powerful and familiar magical fluctuations, dozens of guards within the palace immediately turned to face the entrance in an orderly manner, respectfully kneeling on the ground.

"Headmaster, welcome," they say in a unified and resonant voice as a pure white light descends before them.

As the light fades, the elegant woman with the staff walks slowly into the hall. This is Vinarola-Entuze, the headmaster of Luminous Royal Academy, who possesses peak level 7 strength.

She looks at her kneeling guards, who have been diligently protecting the academy’s most prized possession. Smiling slightly, she says with gratitude, "Thank you all."

"It’s our duty! Headmaster" the guards respond in unison.

Satisfied, Vinarola nods. "You can leave now. I have something to discuss with Lord Sacred Dragon, privately."

"Understood, Headmaster!"

Upon receiving Vinarola-Entuze’s instructions, the dozens of powerful guards file out of the grand hall one after another, leaving an echoing silence.

After ensuring through her magical senses that no one else is present, and that all the guards have left the central area, Vinarola finally lets her guard down. She carefully approaches the center of the hall and slowly looks up at the golden sphere floating above the ancient altar.

"Lord Sacred Dragon, are you awake? I have matters that require your counsel."

At this moment, Vinarola puts aside her noble demeanor and social status. Like a servant, she respectfully kneels on the cushion, her deep blue eyes filled with heartfelt devotion and respect.