Chapter 73: Welcoming Ceremony

Great Magician Iiam, with a slight smile on his face, leisurely walked onto the stage. His green robes, the same shade as his eyes, flapped on an unnatural breeze, as his gaze swept over the three prospective Marikeen.

Like Elder Wu, the Great Magician Iiam was anxious. He wanted to find the Marikeen as soon as possible to ensure the continuity of magic in the Iris realm. However, he also knew that some things could not be rushed. 

Time was a necessary aspect of growth. And only when the Marikeen got enough time to learn and grow, could she restore the Heart of the Sea. As such, he was even more determined to give the three apprentices the time and guidance they needed to become powerful magicians.

'Yes, time and guidance. I just hope that they will not take too long to grow.'

Sighing, Iiam arrived before the stand.

"New apprentices, welcome to the Sealand Academy. I am the headmaster of the academy and the Great Magician of the Southern Black Sea, Great Magician Iiam, or Master Iiam as your fellow seniors refer to me." Iiam briefly paused, turning to the second years by the side of the platform.

"What do you think, junior Rong? Should your fellow mates be allowed to refer to me as Master Iiam as well?" He seriously asked.

"Yes, Master Iiam. I believe my fellow mates will feel more at ease and comfortable if they can refer to you as Master Iiam, than as Great Magician Iiam." Rong's earnest voice replied in response, catching Iiam off guard.

He only addressed the kid to get his assistance in teasing the freshman's, but Rong seriously answered his question, surprising him.

'Is this kid always this honest?' 

He wondered in amusement.

"Well, as you heard your senior brother Rong, you can all refer to me as Master Iiam. Do not forget to thank him later on. After all, it is not everyday that you get to address the Great Magician by his name, right?" The crowd broke out into loud laughter, amused by the irritated expression on the Great Magician's face.

"Now to the important topic. As elder Lin said earlier, I will be accepting three apprentices to train as possible Marikeen. This three students will receive my direct guidance and teachings, and will be my direct disciples. As such, I would like to request the second years to take good care of them."

"Do not worry, Master Iiam. We will take good care of our juniors. Since they are members of the Sealand Academy now, they are also our responsibility." Teng Wang looked at the purple-red clad girl before replying boisterously. 

Being able to look after and take care of her, what more could he ask for?

"Yes, Master Iiam. Do not worry. We will take care of our junior sisters."

"No problem. You can leave them to us."

The second years were enthusiastic. For the two years they spent at the Academy, they never had the chance to interact and speak personally with the Great Magician. And now, because of their junior sisters, they were graced with such an opportunity.

If they did not grasp it, then they would not be worthy of their many years of learning.

"Good. Good. I am satisfied to know of our academy's helpful students. Now, second years, I would be handing the rest of the matter over to you. Make sure you guide our new apprentices through the academy grounds and inform them of everything they would need to know." Turning to the new females, spread his arms out and boomed in a thunderous voice.

"Prospective magicians, learning magic is not the first step to becoming powerful. It is the first step to gaining responsibilities. You might be confused by my words right now, but soon, you'll learn everything."

"Magicians, now, let us give a round of applause to our new magicians and welcome Princess Qamari Ramulas, Marui Osklain, and Aarya Quime to the Sealand Academy!" The Great Magician's powerful voice reverberated on the stadium, and a thunderous applause rang out in response.

"Welcome Princess Qamari!"

"Welcome Marui Osklain!"

"Welcome Aarya Quime!"

"Welcome New Apprentices! Welcome to the Sealand Academy!"

The stadium trembled from the mighty shouts of the magicians. The prospective magicians felt overwhelmed by the warm reception. Pride and honor at becoming part of one of the Seven Great Academies, the Sealand academy, blossoming in their hearts.

'Princess Qamari Ramulas. She is a princess!'

Teng Wang's heart pounded in his chest, the exhilaration at finding out her name, followed by the anticipation to get to know her, overwhelming his senses. Although there were two other people called along with her, he knew who she was.

You are reading story Foreboding Storm at novel35.com

She had to be Princess Qamari. The majesty and mystery flowing of her figure, could only belong to a princess.

"No wonder she was so cold. She is a princess. In her eyes, we're probably not worth second glances." Mellow's meek voice sounded out in disappointment, his words immediately displeasing Teng Wang.

"What do you know? Since she is a princess, she was raised in a beautiful palace, isolated from the rest of the world. As such, she probably did not have much interaction with anyone other than her royal relatives."

"So, how could she speak to strangers she met for the first time without any apprehension?" Teng Wang supplied the excuse and explanation for the girl's behavior, not liking the way his fellow year mate spoke about her.

Rong Li was again stunned by the defensive attitude of Teng Wang. The girl clearly ignored them. She gave them the cold shoulder and a cold reception. So, how was Teng Wang still able to stand up for her?

He could not understand.

He had positive feelings for the girl. However, they were a little dimmed by her behavior and cold attitude. He felt, no matter how attractive she was to him, he wouldn't be able to tolerate her insolent and rude mannerisms. 

'Princess or not, a lady should always be polite and welcoming.'

That was his thought and perspective. However, his ideology seemed to clearly diverge from that of his friend's.

"Humph! Enough with the preaching. The Great Magician's speech is ending. We will soon be needed to guide the freshmen, so be prepared." He ordered coldly, before looking away.

"What is wrong with Brother Rong? He was never this cold!"

"You noticed too? I felt Brother Rong was a little cold this time too."

"What are we going to do? Did we do something to upset him?"

The second years nervously murmured among themselves, their excitement dimming a bit. As the prodigal magician of the academy with green level talent, all the second year magicians had good impressions and admiration towards Rong Li.

Either some wanted to be like him, or aimed for him. Therefore, he was a bit peeved by the girl's attitude when he, a promising second year, took the initiative to approach her and she disregarded him.

'She will soon find out about my status in the academy, and approach me on her own. At that time, I don't know whether I should easily forgive her or not.'

He thought grimly, fully confident in his analyses. 

Unbeknownst to him, Princess Qamari was not one to be daunted or bowed by status and power. Such things, she did not lack.

Teng Wang was unbothered with Rong Li's admonishing. He admired and looked up to his fellow magician brother, but that did not mean he worshiped the guy. He had his own thoughts and believes, and could be swayed by no one.

"Alright! I wish you good learning experience and great time. You are now the magicians of the Sealand Academy, and I expect great things from you." Great Magician Iiam raised his hand, multiple blue-green lights flowing out of his hand.

"This are your identification plaques as magicians of the Sealand Academy. You will need them for every transaction or activity you will be completing in and outside the academy, among many other things."

"This will be explained to you, by your guides as well. You are always welcome to seek out further assistance from your masters and elders of the academy. Happy Learning!" Finished, the Great Magician left the stage.

Applause and cheers rang out from the second years and spectating students, but the new apprentices were busy in scanning their identification plaques, that were now floating in front of them.

"This badge signifies me as a magician of the Sealand Academy!" Stali exclaimed in excitement, grabbing the badge before her with fervent eyes.

"Yes, we are finally magicians of the Sealand Academy." Her friend, Rin replied in joy.

"We are magicians of the Sealand Academy now? This badge has my name and status as a first year student! That's all?" Another new apprentice exclaimed in confusion, not understanding why a plaque passed out by the Headmaster of the Sealand Academy was so ordinary.

"Identification plaque?" Princess Qamari looked at the floating plaque before her in curiosity, her violet eyes swirling with a silver glow. 

She did not believe that a badge personally given out by the Great Magician of the Sealand Academy would be ordinary. As such, there had to be more to it than met the eyes.

But what?

You can find story with these keywords: Foreboding Storm, Read Foreboding Storm, Foreboding Storm novel, Foreboding Storm book, Foreboding Storm story, Foreboding Storm full, Foreboding Storm Latest Chapter