The Golden Throne

Francis' next words calmed Liu Feng down.

"The empire of Salem is not to be confused with the ancient empire of Salem. Although they share the same name, the latter had been destroyed a thousand years ago, and the current empire of Salem was built on top of its ruins. ​​

Now, in the centre of the continent, there exists a region which is not controlled by any power, but it has been unanimously decided as a neutral zone by all the kingdoms. In this region, there exists a huge palace that many have been curious about, but that will be for the next class. I think that we should go more in detail about the kingdoms just north of us. As we are all allied kingdoms, we should know about any threatening forces near us."

Liu Feng was thoroughly interested in the palace that Francis had talked about. It seemed like a fairy tale. For a huge palace like that to exist in a neutral area was highly unlikely. There was a bigger story here that he was clearly missing.

The class slowly got boring again, and Liu Feng lost all interest. He waited for the bell to ring, and went to the magic theory class.

After he got Li Zhang kicked, they had a substitute teacher called Malcolm fill in for him. Malcolm was a fresh graduate of the royal academy of Darv, and he was also one of the few dwarves who could get a contract with the spirits. Because they were dwarves, they had a natural inclination with earthen spirits.

Liu Feng liked Malcolm. He was amicable, and not arrogant. He asked if they had any problems. He was an actual teacher. He taught them how to use earth magic, and his classes were quite enjoyable.

The class ended in a flash, and Liu Feng went to the cafeteria directly instead of to his room. For some reason, he was especially hungry today. Seeing Liu Feng going to the cafeteria, Arad joined behind him, like an attendant.

They went to the cafeteria, which was sparsely filled, because the classes had just completed. They took their food, and took a seat to start eating food, when a boy came and interrupted them.

"Look who we have here. The snitch Liu Feng and his lackey."

Liu Feng looked at the boy.

"And you are?"

The boy seemed offended. "Lowly commoner! How do you not know the esteemed name of the great Steve Clein? I am the prince of the great kingdom of Glade. Now since you know the difference in our status, quickly bow to me."

"Ohh, I remember you. You were that coward who hid behind his sister for all the fights. How is it? Hiding behind a girl I mean."

Steve's face darkened. He then said, "Well, we'll see how much longer you can keep this up. My sister is coming back in a few weeks. Then, you will wish that you never came here."

"Oh, is that so? I really want to see that happen.", A voice came behind Steve. He turned around, to see a fourth year senior.

"Oh, Senior Zhang. I didn't see you there.", Steve whimpered. He was clearly afraid of this senior.

"Well it looks like the Glade kingdom feels that the magic academy is theirs. It looks like I have to give a proper lesson again?"