Chapter 10
At the same time on a ship.
Leo stood up from his meditation. I have been meditating for 6 days, by now the Betton family would have found out that I am still alive, they are a wizard family I never expected to fool them forever, they would have one or two ways to find out the killer's identity.
Leo stood up and walked to the deck where he met up with Kyle and others, Leo would occasionally talk to them, after all he never had friends in the village.
"Hey Leo did you choose which school you are going to join. "Kyle asked as he looked at Leo.
Leo had read about different schools in the region, Leo wanted to join a school which would help him grow stronger and gain more knowledge. After many considerations he had 7 main schools he could join they are:
Iron heart School of magic: It is one of the most powerful schools, the school is famous for their magic warriors. One must be a knight to be selected here.
Aegis academy: It is also famous for its combat-oriented battle mages that can cause massive damages. Should have A or B grade aptitude.
Babel academy: it is known for their artifacts, and magic tools also one with the most resources.
Hadron Academy: it is a new academy which is known their variety of studies and combat practises.
Almanac college: the college is famous for its rituals and potioneering skills.
Abyssal Acadamy: the academy is the oldest and most famous. It accepts only A grade aptitude.
Acadamy of Atlantis: It is known for their research, runes and study methods. It is formed by the different group of researchers and wizards.
So, I can't join the ironheart academy since I have a weak constitution and is not a knight. Abyssal can be cancelled too because it only accepts those with A grade aptitude. I think I should ask Olaf he could give me some advice.
"Hey Olaf which of the academy should I choose, I don't know much of the wizarding world "Olaf had a wry smile as he heard Leo's request.
"Of course, show me "Olaf came forward proudly. Mm Olaf read the pamphlet
The iron heart and Aegis is useless since you can always increase your combat with better spells when you breakthrough to Wizard rank. Babel academy provides the most resources but they would provide harsh conditions to the newbie apprentices because no one likes to waste resources on apprentice wizards. You can't join Abyssal because of your aptitude. You should join the Atlantis academy, for normal student it's better to join Almanac or Hadron but you are different. The Atlantis academy contains the greatest number of books and researches and you have the ability to copy and learn all of them faster because of the Marble library. the library does not have many books my master copied only few of them. You need to collect more of them." Olafs eyes were shining as he looked at Leo.
"You just want to read new books don't you "Leo looked at Olaf with a suspicious look.
"Of course, I want to read new books most of these books are old versions. Try getting stuck inside a library for 500 years you will understand my pain. Also, Runes are the most important to study as it is the basic of all spells, rituals, techniques and artifacts." Olaf stared at Leo with greedy eyes.
Ok I will break through in a few days after that I will start learning the analyse and copy skill.
Back to the present
"I am joining the Acadamy of Atlantis." Leo answered smiling at Kyle.
"Cool I am joining the Ironheart Acadamy" Kyle said.
"I am joining the Almanac Acadamy" Arya who was next to Kyle answered.
"We have not decided yet " Juro answered looking at Samuel and Cindy.
"Look we are almost there" Cindy shouted pointing at the Island far away. It was a small island there many ships on the port which looked identical to ours.
"Now listen up everyone we are almost reaching our destination, when you get off you will see many wizards and don't try to offend people stronger than you this is neutral territory and no one will protect you if something bad happens. You can check the map at the back of your pamphlet and choose an academy wisely because once you choose your school you cannot change it easily." all the students on deck were looking at Osval who kept on speaking.
After the ship landed on the port I met up with Kyle, Arya, Samuel, Juro and Cindy although I only know them for a few days they were the first friends I made.
"I guess this is it, it was nice meeting you all" Samuel said looking at us.
"Hey don't be like that, we will meet again this is not goodbye "Arya was the first one to answer.
"You are right Arya we will meet again after 6 years we will graduate from the academy; we could meet again" Kyle supported her.
"Maybe after hundred years we will meet each other" Juro joked.
After a few minutes they all left, I doubt we will meet again. I took the map and went to the place that showed the Acadamy of Atlantis.
On my way I bought some new cloths the old one was torn; I had enough gold for simple cloths anyway. From the people around I understood that the island is a neutral territory ruled by both light and dark wizards, it is also one of the largest markets for wizards on the western continent.
Looking at all the goods and stalls my eyes fell upon the notice board, I saw a wanted poster.
It was written in huge block letters WANTED: LEO BETTON, REWARD 2000 magic stones (must be brought back alive). Wanted for murder, theft. The poster had a picture of a 14-year-old boy with black eyes and black hair.
Shit, they found out, I should join the academy fast this place is dangerous although they won't recognize me because my white hair and smooth skin, I don't know whether wizards have magic spells to locate me.
After staring at the poster Leo left the notice board to where the selection office of Atlantis academy was.