The First Magic World War

In the Old Continent, dating was not a matter of convenience.

After all, this was a world without telephones or the internet.

Each time, it was either Anne waiting outside Kilmainham Prison or Charles going to the University of Georgia to find someone.

Honestly, in the years after graduation, Charles had visited the University of Georgia far more times than his alma mater, Sheffield University.

Sitting in "his" carriage, Charles looked at the landscape of Strasbourg, feeling a unique charm. He had always thought that the roads in this ancient country were too wide, even wider than many on Earth, but at this moment, he realized that without such wide roads, it would be impossible for carriages, especially the prestigious four-wheelers, to operate at all.

Though only two paces wide, these carriages were much longer than Earth's private cars or SUVs. While the size of the passenger compartment was slightly larger, there were also the horses pulling the carriage. Considering the turning radius of the carriage and its comparative lack of agility next to modern vehicles enhanced with various technologies, without such wide roads, many places would be inaccessible.

Moreover, the Old Continent of this world, including the Five Great Empires, probably did not have a population of even one hundred million combined, yet their area far surpassed that of Europe on Earth, roughly equivalent to Europe plus Africa in size.

The Seventh District of Strasbourg had numerous nobles, and many of their grand mansions were so large that they occupied an entire block each. Each mansion was built as beautifully as a garden, making the journey's scenery quite pleasant.

After entering the Val de Vaz District, the buildings became generally taller. Despite being in line with the other Seven Districts, the Val de Vaz District was clearly more special.

From a distance, one could see the Imperial Palace's rooftop as well as various government institutions. As they passed the Central Government Office, Charles felt a slight stirring in his heart. If he had stayed at the Central Government Office, he might have become a second-level clerk by next year and received a salary increase of several Sheng Ding.

Perhaps with a few more years of effort, he could consider buying a small apartment, but a private carriage was forever out of the question.

Madam Nancy's voice came through a copper pipe installed in the carriage, "Mister Mecklen, we have arrived at the University of Georgia! Which building do you need to go to?"

Charles pushed open the carriage door, alighted gracefully, and said, "Just wait here for me. I will probably return very late, so don't worry about me."

The Empire's four universities did not allow outsiders to enter freely. Madam Nancy asking which building he wanted to go to implied that her previous owner might have had some special privileges.

Charles, a bona fide Sheffield University graduate, indeed had a permanent pass for his alma mater. As a low-tier noble of the Empire, it was not difficult for him to get a multi-entry pass for the University of Georgia using a little money and connection.

In fact, he had already obtained a multi-entry pass to the University of Georgia a long time ago.

But a permanent pass was a bit more difficult to secure, and Charles did not need a permanent pass for the University of Georgia since Anne would graduate in a year.n/ô/vel/b//in dot c//om

The multi-entry pass only allowed him to enter the university alone, without accompanying others or driving a carriage in and out.

Having visited multiple times, Charles easily found the building where Anne Brittany was attending classes. Knowing that Miss Anne had class that morning, he had no intention of interrupting, so he found a bench outside her classroom building and continued studying his journal.

Charles was very interested in the Quickness Technique and Flame Hand, but his first choice was the Quickness Technique, which could enhance his running speed, agility, dexterity, and reactions, providing a more fundamental boost to his combat abilities.

"I wonder if I can condense the runes of the Quickness Technique before receiving the challenge letter."

Charles flipped through his journal for a while, feeling slightly stifled, then closed it and tucked it into his coat. Just then, a girl hurried past, seemingly also somewhat troubled.

She had a pair of deep blue eyes and was extremely beautiful, wearing a hand-embroidered tea dress that accentuated her graceful figure like a water lily.

Her beauty was of the kind that on Earth could effortlessly make her a million-fan leading hostess on various short video and live streaming platforms.

Charles often came to the University of Georgia, and he recognized this lady because she was quite famous.

University of Georgia had a tradition of selecting twelve "Goddesses" among all the female students currently enrolled.

By the way, Sheffield University had this tradition too.

Anne Brittany was this year's West Wind Goddess, and Taoles Sumei was the Laurel Goddess.

Indeed, this beautiful girl was also Menilman's cousin, and the Sumei family was quite prominent.

Charles knew her but didn't think Taoles knew him. He had no intention of greeting her and simply treated her as a passing landscape to admire.

However, what he hadn't expected was that Taoles stopped briefly as she passed by and asked, "Is it Mister Charles Meklen?"

Charles, surprised, nodded and asked, "How do you know me?"

Taoles said indifferently, "Being known as the man who dates the West Wind Goddess at the University of Georgia is widely recognized, and it's not meant as a compliment."

Charles smiled slightly and asked, "Miss Sumei! What can I do for you?"

Taoles seemed to ponder for a while before saying, "My brother and Anne's cousin are close friends in the military!"

"Not long ago, Anne's cousin mentioned you when he visited my family."

"Well, I won't repeat what was said."

"I just wanted to let you know that you will soon be challenged by two High-Level Transcendents!"

Charles was shockingly surprised, and his expression faltered. He had never expected to be mysteriously challenged by two High-Level Transcendents.

He was about to ask what was going on.

Taoles had already turned away and left.

He hurriedly said, "Thank you, Miss Sumei!"

Taoles replied indifferently, "I just wanted to see the look of shock on your face. You're welcome."

"Also... they are both at the University of Georgia today."

Charles wanted to turn and leave immediately, but... out of the corner of his eye, he saw Anne waiving at him from a distance as she left the classroom with a group of classmates.

Charles definitely couldn't just walk away, which would have consequences far more severe than facing two High-Level Transcendents head-on. He had no choice but to stride over.

Anne asked curiously, "What were you and Taoles talking about?"

Anne was indeed very curious; she had come out only to see Taoles Sumei, her "lifelong rival," talking to Charles and was eager to know what had been discussed.

Charles dared not lie and honestly said, "She mentioned that her brother and your cousin are good friends, and they've arranged a duel with me."

Anne's beautiful eyes immediately widened.