I had been following a regular routine since entering the Tower of Knowledge.

About half of my day was spent with Lady Ariel.

Though I studied diligently, I often found myself supplementing basic knowledge that was far from impressive in her eyes. At times, she would even teach me magic I hadn't touched before.

There were times when I would bang my head against a wall or strain my mind in magic lectures, feeling utterly lost. However, once Lady Ariel added her guidance, progress became smoother, like a sail catching the wind.

"With a solid foundation, it’s easy to build …