The three had entered through the large front gates of the academy with ease. After giving their names, it was confirmed that they were on the list of participants. They were told to just walk up ahead and enter the academy; if they followed the long stream of people, they would know where to go from there.
After passing the gates, it had become quite clear that it was a lot more than just an academy. The place was just as large as a small city, and it operated as one as well. There were streets of living areas, shops, and even an auction hall.
There were workers who worked within the academy, more than just the teachers. There were servants who would work on cleaning the place, cooking the food, and more.
They and their families needed a place to live. At the same time, because of the students, the place would have frequent visitors from family members, and many of the students had strong connections and those with a lot of money.
