As he moved forward, he saw a room that was slightly open and some inaudible noises could be heard from the room.
Julian leaned against the wall as he held his breath. He saw the figure of headmistress through the slightly open door. She sat infront of a crystal ball. The crystal ball pulsed with an eerie light, illuminating her focused expression as she spoke to the shadowy figure that flickered within it.
"Yes, sir, there are only four mages that are noteworthy," she said. "Our kingdom has way more new mages than the Ares Kingdom."
The tension in the room was palpable, and Julian's heart raced at the implications of her words. Who was this figure? And What did he want with the mages?
He leaned to hear more, feeling the weight of the situation pressing down on him. The shadowy figure's features remained hidden, leaving Julian anxious yet curious about the secrets that were unfolding before him.
He knew he had to take his next steps carefully. This was an opportunity to gather valuable information that could help him and perhaps even lead to some unexpected advantages in his journey. With a determined resolve, Julian inched closer, hoping to catch every word.
Julian stepped into the room silently and quickly activated the crystal visual, ensuring every detail of the conversation was recorded.
"Hahaha, what a lousy excuse of a kingdom," the figure laughed, his voice dripping with disdain. "Keep observing and sending information. We can use their weaknesses to our advantage."
Julian's heart raced at the revelation. This was more than just idle conversation; it hinted at a larger plan, perhaps one that threatened not just those he cared about but the whole kingdom itself.
He kept the crystal visual pointed toward the figure, capturing every sneer, joke and cruel word.
The headmistress nodded slowly. "Understood, sir. I'll ensure we have eyes everywhere. They won't see us coming."
Julian's mind whirled with possibilities. If he could gather enough evidence, he could expose this shadowy figure's plans and gain leverage for himself.
The headmistress who was a figure of authority and respect, was a spy. Julian shivered as he realized how deep the infiltration had already reached.
However, he couldn't help but grin at the thought of how this situation could play to his advantage. The knowledge that he had this secret over her made him feel invincible. He envisioned how he could use the information he gathered to manipulate the academy's dynamics, bending it to his will.
Perhaps he could turn the headmistress into a pawn, feeding her false information while he navigated the real game in the shadows. If he played his cards right, he could position himself not just as a mage of status but as a true power player within the academy.
The potential points he could earn from gaining influence over both students and faculty danced in his mind, fueling his ambitions. Julian smiled to himself, already planning his next move. With the headmistress under his thumb and a growing list of potential conquests, he was on the brink of something monumental.
Julian's gaze lingered on the headmistress, admiring her curvy and voluptuous figure. Her presence exuded an alluring confidence that made her seem even more captivating.
The way her figure filled out her robes left little to the imagination, and for a moment, he found it hard to focus on anything but her mature figure.
The headmistress leaned back in her chair, a satisfied smile playing on her lips as she considered the conversation she had just had. She seemed utterly unfazed by the weight of her actions.
Julian who was hidden by his invisibility cloak watched her closely. The smile on her face hinted at secrets yet to be uncovered, and he wondered just how deep her loyalty to the shadowy figure ran.
"System what is the magic realm of headmistress?", Julian asked.
"Sovereign Mage realm", The system replied.
Julian raised an eyebrow. "Sovereign Realm? Impressive," he murmured, impressed by the headmistress's power.
"System, what-what extra bonus will I get if I conquer her?" he asked, his curiosity piqued.
"You can get all the bonus except the blood related bonus", the system replied.
"Perfect," Julian said with a smirk.
He watched as the headmistress continued her tasks. She was completely oblivious to his presence. The idea of manipulating the situation to his advantage was tantalizing.
"Let's see how I can play this," he thought, considering his approach. He then turned off his cloak and approached the headmistress. "How are you headmistress", he asked with a grin.
The headmistress jumped slightly at Julian's sudden appearance, her eyes widening in surprise.
"Wha—who are you?" she stammered, scanning the room for any sign of how he had entered unnoticed.
"Just a new mage eager to learn from the best," he replied. "I didn't mean to startle you." Julian stepped closer with a charming smile on his face.
She quickly regained her composure, though her brows furrowed in suspicion. "You shouldn't be here. This area is restricted. Only authorized people can enter. Go back before I call the guards," the headmistress said firmly, her tone leaving no room for negotiation.
Julian laughed. "What can the guards do to the grandson of the Grand Duke?" he said, his voice dripping with confidence.
Julian leaned slightly closer with a mischievous smile playing on his lips. "I heard something interesting, Headmistress," he said, his tone teasing.
"Seems like our little academy has more secrets than even the most intelligent of us could uncover." He watched her reaction closely, enjoying the tension in the air.
The headmistress felt shiver down her spine at his words. Did he listen to my conversation with him? I have to do something, If this goes out I will be killed immediately, she thought as she released her mana.
Julian chuckled as he held the crystal ball for her to see. "You might want to reconsider your approach," he said playfully, watching her expression shift from surprise to concern.
"This little recording could change the way we both play our cards in this academy." He enjoyed the power he held in the moment.
"So, what do you think? Shall we make this a friendly conversation instead?"
The headmistress, still in shock, asked, "What is that artifact?"
Julian waved his hand dismissively. "That's not important right now. What matters is the conversation we are about to have."
She narrowed her eyes as she said "You are playing a dangerous game Julian."
He leaned in closer, a playful grin on his face. "Dangerous? Or perhaps just intriguing? Let's see how this unfolds, shall we?"
Julian stood up and approached her, his fingers gently playing with her hair. "Who knew the headmistress of the royal academy was just a spy? What irony."
The headmistress's eyes widened, a mix of fear and defiance flickering across her face. "You think you can intimidate me with mere words, Julian?"
He smirked, leaning closer. "Intimidation? No, I prefer to think of it as a revelation. You see, I have a unique opportunity here. You might want to consider how we can help each other."