"Professor, which hot spring will we get access to if we make it into the top 500?" a student asked, glancing eagerly around.
Hearing the question, Professor Gerald raised his voice to answer what could be everyone's doubt. "Only the best one, of course!" he said with a grin, pointing to a grand manor surrounding the central lagoon that gave Lagoonwich its name.
That manor was the exclusive property of the city's lord. Even with a fortune, no one could secure a stay there unless invited, as the Lord was not lacking in wealth.
The central lagoon was typically reserved for nobles and other high-status individuals deemed important by the lord. Allowing so many outsiders to stay there showed just how deeply concerned he was about the upcoming beast stampede.
The people from Eldoria Academy continued walking until they arrived at the city lord's estate.
