The Rich Cultivator
Chapter 206. Elite Academy of Magic and Technology

Chapter 206: 206. Elite Academy of Magic and Technology

Tyler’s gaze scanned the barren expanse of sand surrounding them as the tram clattered along the rails.

"Why are we in a desert?" Tyler asked, raising an eyebrow. His tone was a mix of confusion and frustration. This wasn’t what he’d imagined on the journey to the academy. Instead of lush forests or even a cityscape, there was nothing but endless dunes of sand. He was expecting something like advanced technology all over the streets of academy. But all he saw was sand.

The desert was unlike anything they had encountered before—no cacti, no boulders, not even a single tree to break the monotony. It was just sand stretching as far as the eye could see. The sky above seemed devoid of life too, with clouds swirling around the edges of the desert as if they, too, were avoiding the place.

"Ahhh... Hot...." the girls whined in unison, wiping sweat from their brows as the temperature began to rise.

"If it’s so hot, why don’t you all sit separately?" Tyler sighed, exasperated. He was sandwiched between them on the tram’s narrow bench.

"Nooo... You’re like a walking air conditioner," Mathilda whined, sticking even closer to Tyler. Astrid, not to be outdone, subtly inched nearer, making use of the cool air that seemed to radiate off him. Darla is literally sitting between his legs it she turned around she might able to see a bulging beast in his pants. The problem is Tyler can smell the sweat mixed with girly fragrance in the air which made him almost lose control.

Zuzia, having transformed into her adorable winged-cat form, lazily napped on his lap, completely unfazed by the heat. She stretched and yawned, rolling over to get more comfortable.

"You guys could just use your auras to resist the heat," Tyler mumbled, trying to hide his amusement at how clingy they were.

"Nah, that’s a waste of energy," Lily murmured, fanning herself lazily. "This desert feels like it’s designed to roast people alive. I doubt ordinary mortals could last five minutes here."

"Should I also conserve my energy then?" Tyler asked, pretending to pull back the icy chill surrounding him.

"Nooo!" the girls chorused immediately.

Tyler chuckled, shaking his head. He continued releasing his cold aura, ensuring they were all comfortable despite the heat. He was more than capable of handling the exertion, and it was better than hearing them complain about the heat.

After a few moments, Lily perked up. "Looks like we’ve arrived."

Tyler leaned forward, peering out the window. In the distance, a massive compound loomed. The walls of the compound appeared ancient, as if they had survived an apocalyptic event. The architecture was odd, mixing futuristic designs with layers of dust and decay that made it seem abandoned.

The tram rattled along, approaching the compound but never actually stopping. Instead, it veered off to the side and continued along a different path.

"Guess this is our stop," Tyler said, leaping from the moving tram as it neared the gate. The others followed him, jumping off smoothly and landing near the entrance.

A massive gate stood before them, slick in design but worn with time. Its once-shiny surface was now dull, and rust crept along its edges. The gate was half-open, hanging slightly off its hinges, as though it hadn’t been properly maintained in years.

"Seems like not only the city, but even the academy is suffering from poverty," Tyler commented, eyeing the decrepit state of the entrance. The words ’Elite Academy of Magic and Science’ were scattered along the ground like discarded trash, as if no one cared to maintain even the name of the once-renowned institution.

"Seriously, if it wasn’t for that Portable Teleportation Device, I never would’ve considered joining this academy," Tyler muttered loudly, shaking his head in disbelief.

As they walked through the gates, the scene before them was even more surprising. The academy grounds were a chaotic mess, with buildings scattered in disorganized positions. Some buildings appeared to be upside down, as if they had been carelessly thrown around like children’s toys. The academy, which should have been a symbol of order and knowledge, now looked more like the aftermath of a child’s playtime.

"There isn’t even a guard at the entrance," Lily noted, her eyes narrowing.

"Strange..." Tyler replied, but before they could speculate further, a voice interrupted them.

"Huh... we got visitors?" A girl’s voice, filled with curiosity, echoed from behind.

Turning around, they saw a figure approaching on a sleek hoverboard. The girl stood out, her vibrant green skin contrasting sharply against the muted surroundings. She had large, pointed ears and striking purple eyes that gleamed with intelligence and curiosity. Her short lavender hair, a rare trait even among goblins, hinted at some special lineage or perhaps powerful magical abilities.

She wore the academy’s formal uniform, a sleek combination of white and gold with green accents that represented her magical discipline. The top part of her uniform hugged her figure, while the lower portion gently curved around her waist. The most eye-catching part of her attire, however, was the small gap around her navel, an intentional design choice that exposed just a hint of skin.

"A goblin?" Tyler tilted his head, surprised by her appearance.

Mathilda’s eyes, on the other hand, were glued to the girl’s exposed midriff. "Okay, I’m starting to like this academy," she muttered, her gaze lingering a little too long.

The goblin girl’s green skin darkened into a shade of red as she blushed. "Y-you’re that pervert!" she accused, pointing at Tyler. Her voice wavered slightly, though she tried to keep a stern expression.

Tyler blinked, confused. "Huh? Pervert?"

"She means you," Lily snickered, clearly enjoying the moment.

The goblin girl huffed. "I... I saw you kissing girls on the tram this morning!" Her words tumbled out, and with that, she turned and sped away on her hoverboard before Tyler could even respond.

"Wait, what? I didn’t— They are the one who violated me...." Tyler began to explain, but the girl had already disappeared into the distance.

"How does she know you’re a pervert?" Lily teased, nudging him.

"Hehe... Uncle Horny strikes again," Silvia said with a laugh.

That earned her a playful bonk on the head from Tyler, but the damage was already done. The crew was laughing, leaving Tyler to sigh in exasperation.

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Soon a green streak flew from the sky and landed before them.

"Look, Head, this is the pervert that trespassed our academy." The goblin girl came back with a girl with fair skin who had green hair and dark circles around her eyes. She also had purple eyes, but unlike the goblin’s, which shone like a gem, hers were a light purple, barely visible.

"Who is the pervert? They are your juniors," Serena said, giving a light knock to the student. She is the one who made offer to Tyler before.

The girl rubbed her head in an exaggerated way and asked, "Juniors?"

Her eyes lit up as she asked again, "I finally got juniors? And all of these?" She gestured excitedly toward Tyler and the others.

Tyler and the others stepped back a little, surprised by her enthusiasm.

Meanwhile, Serena scanned the newcomers, a gentle smile gracing her features.

’Oh, all these kids are so cute. Is that an elf? She is so pretty and pale. Is she an albino?’ Serena thought as she ruffled her own green hair.

Albinism.

The term refers to a genetic condition in which the skin and hair turn snow-white due to a lack of pigmentation in the body. Silvia’s pale skin looked exactly like one.

"Hello, I am Serena, Head of Elite Academy of Magic and Technology. Thank you so much for choosing this academy. I am sure you will never regret choosing our—" Thud. Serena, who was bowing and giving the speech, fell down.

"...."

An awkward silence hung in the air, only to be broken by a wisp of air carrying dirt across the scene.

"Is she okay?" Astrid asked as she stepped forward to help her.

"She is probably tired from doing her experiment," the goblin girl said awkwardly.

A white light appeared on Astrid’s hand as she gently placed it above Serena’s head, channeling a calming energy.

Serena comfortably settled on Astrid’s lap, sleeping soundly.

"Huh...? What now?" Tyler asked, confusion evident in his tone.

Tyler stood awkwardly with his crew as Serena, the Head of the Elite Academy of Magic and Technology, lay fast asleep on Astrid’s lap. The goblin girl fidgeted, clearly embarrassed by the scene.

"She’ll wake up soon, I think," the goblin said, her voice wavering slightly. "Head Serena is a genius, but sometimes she... uh... overworks herself."

Tyler sighed, looking around. The academy they had finally reached after their long journey was in disarray: buildings in odd positions, the dusty streets devoid of students. This was supposed to be the academy they are going to join.

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