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Chapter 17 - ATTENDING THE WELCOMING CEREMONY

I woke up early, feeling a mix of excitement and nervousness as I thought about the Welcome Ceremony at the Eridorian Academy of Magic. I had been looking forward to this day for what felt like an eternity, and I was determined to make a good impression.

I got out of bed and began to get ready for the ceremony. I washed my face, brushed my teeth, and put on my best set of clothes. I had to wear the same tunic and pants that I had been wearing for the past six days, but I didn't mind. I was just excited to be attending the ceremony.

As I finished getting dressed, I looked at myself in the mirror. I looked a bit worn out, but I was determined to make the best of it. I took a deep breath, feeling a sense of confidence wash over me.

I grabbed my sword, Vora, and attached it to my belt. I felt a sense of comfort with the sword by my side, and I knew that it would be a valuable companion in the days to come.

I looked at my status window, checking my equipment and abilities one last time. I was satisfied with my current setup, and I felt ready to take on whatever challenges lay ahead.

I took a final look around my apartment, making sure that everything was in order. I locked the door behind me and headed out into the bright sunlight.

The streets were bustling with people, all of whom seemed to be heading in the same direction. I followed the crowd, my heart pounding with excitement.

As I walked, I couldn't help but think about the ceremony. What would it be like? Would I meet the characters i have wrote? Would I learn more about my magical abilities?

I pushed the thoughts aside, focusing on the present moment. I was about to attend the Welcome Ceremony at the Eridorian Academy of Magic.

After walking for a bit I turned a corner, and the academy came into view. It was a beautiful building, with towering spires and grand architecture. I felt a sense of awe wash over me as I approached the entrance.

As I approached the entrance of the academy, I saw a sea of people gathered outside. There were many students, all around my age, accompanied by their parents, relatives, or friends. They all seemed to be chatting excitedly, eager to start their new journey at the academy.

I noticed that many of the students were dressed in their finest clothes, looking proud and nervous at the same time. Some of them were holding bouquets of flowers or small gifts, which they would likely present to their teachers or classmates.

As I made my way through the crowd, I overheard a few conversations. "Did you see that guy?" someone asked, nodding towards a tall, dark-haired boy standing near the entrance. "Isn't he the prodigy from the Elwes family?"

'Elwes, that sound familiar' I thought as I followed the direction of their gaze and saw the boy they were talking about. He was indeed a striking figure, with piercing blue eyes and an air of confidence about him.

"The prodigy from the Rykhard family has also shown up," someone else chimed in. "I heard that the genius of the Wizard Tower, Elianore Quasar, will be here too."

I raised an eyebrow, intrigued by the mention of the Rykhard family. I had heard of them, of course - they were a prominent family in the wizarding world, known for their exceptional magical abilities.

As I continued to listen to the conversations around me, I noticed that the boy from the Elwes family was now walking towards the entrance, a small group of people following him. He seemed to be the center of attention.

As I watched, the boy from the Elwes family walked confidently towards the entrance gate, a letter in hand. He showed the letter to the guard, who nodded and stepped aside, allowing him to pass. The letter, I noticed, had the seal of the Eridorian Academy of Magic emblazoned on it.

The boy's name, I overheard, was Cassius Elwes. He was a tall, dark-haired boy with piercing blue eyes, and he seemed to carry himself with an air of confidence that bordered on arrogance.

As I watched him disappear into the crowd, I felt a sudden jolt of recognition. Cassius Elwes... I had written about him in my novel outline. He was one of the bullies in the academy's first grade, always picking on the weaker students and making their lives miserable.

I recalled that Cassius came from a wealthy and influential family, with a long history of producing powerful wizards. His parents were both high-ranking officials in the wizarding government, and they had always pushed Cassius to excel in his magical studies.

But despite his privileged upbringing, Cassius had a reputation for being cruel and ruthless. He delighted in making others suffer, and he had a particular dislike for those who were weaker or less talented than him.

I watched as Cassius disappeared into the crowd, feeling a sense of curiosity about what the future held. I had always thought of him as a one-dimensional character, but now I will be about to see if he was more than just a bully.

As I stood there, I analyzed the situation, thinking about how I could use this to my advantage. I had written about Cassius, but now I was living in this world. I had to be careful, but I also had to be prepared to take advantage of any opportunities that came my way.

I was jostled by the crowd of students streaming into the academy, but I didn't let it faze me. I was focused on my goal, and I wasn't going to let anyone get in my way.

I took a final glance at the entrance gate, scanning the crowd for a familiar face. I was looking for the main character of this world, the true protagonist, I had written about.

I searched the crowd, but couldn't find anyone that fits the description i had in mind. 

 I spotted a few students who looks pretty good looking and fits some description, but I couldn't be sure they are the protagonist.

With a final glance at the entrance gate, I followed the crowd into the academy. The Welcome Ceremony was about to begin. 

As I followed the crowd into the academy, I couldn't help but feel a sense of wonder and excitement. The entrance gate, which had seemed so ordinary from the outside, now revealed itself to be a space gate that led to a completely new and magical world.

As I stepped through the gate, I felt a strange tingling sensation, like a buzzing in the air. The magic was palpable, and I could feel it coursing through my veins like a powerful elixir. But unlike many of the other students, I didn't feel any adverse effects from the space gate. I was okay, while many of the others around me were stumbling and staggering, looking green and nauseous.

Some of them were even vomiting, their bodies rejecting the sudden and intense magical energies that the space gate was emitting. I watched in concern as a few of the students were helped away by the academy's staff, who were rushing to assist those who were struggling.

But I was fine. I didn't know why, but I seemed to be immune to the effects of the space gate. I took a deep breath, feeling the magic of the academy wash over me, and followed the crowd towards the large, ornate building at the center of the courtyard.

As I emerged on the other side of the gate, I found myself in a completely new and breathtaking environment. The academy was a sprawling complex of towers and spires, with buildings that seemed to defy gravity and float in mid-air. The walls were made of a glittering white stone that seemed to shimmer and shine in the light, and the windows were stained glass masterpieces that depicted scenes of magic and wonder.

The courtyard was filled with students, all of whom seemed to be chatting and laughing with each other. There were tables and benches scattered about, and a large fountain in the center of the courtyard that seemed to be spouting water and magic in equal measure.

As I looked around, I saw that the academy was surrounded by a series of beautiful gardens, each one filled with a different type of magical plant or flower. There were trees that seemed to be made of crystal, and flowers that shone like tiny stars. The air was filled with the sweet scent of blooming magic, and I could feel the power of the academy pulsing through every cell of my body.

I took a deep breath, feeling the magic of the academy wash over me. I was finally here, and I was ready to begin my journey as a student of the Eridorian Academy of Magic.

As I looked around, I saw that the students were all beginning to make their way towards a large, ornate building at the center of the courtyard. The building seemed to be made of a glittering silver stone, and it was adorned with intricate carvings of magical symbols and creatures.

I followed the crowd, my heart pounding with excitement. The Welcome Ceremony was about to begin.

A/N: If there are any mistakes let me know