Ana and I continued conversing until we reached the Research Facility in question.

Before we got there, I got the gist of what was happening, and who the guilty Professor was.

His name was Maro, and he was a bit enthusiastic about his work. While he was known to be incredibly brilliant, and was also a source of motivation for Ana, he was a recipe for disaster especially thanks to his undying curiosity.

It was thanks to his achievements and deep love for Magic technology that he was chosen to give a presentation to the students this day.

Too bad he messed up again

Not that it would make a difference, since Neron could just reverse everything.

We soon arrived at our destination a tall building layered by several cadres of fortification Magic. I could also sense the effects of Nerons Magic as I drew closer.

Looking at the Research Center now, it looked as good as new.

Looks like Professor Maros mess has been cleaned up. I smiled.

Ana chuckled slightly, and we both entered the center.

I didnt have any clearance to proceed, but it appeared her ID was enough to allow both of us entry. Plus, once she mentioned that I was a guest of Neron, things went even smoother.

Headmaster Neron should be on the fourth floor for Magic Engineering. Im sure hes chastizing Professor Maro as we speak. Ana spoke as we ascended the stairs.

There were Teleportation conduits placed within the structure, but the fact that Ana used this means meant that she wanted us to converse a little more.

When will he be done?

Hm? You have business with him?

Yeah. I mean this whole thing interrupted our conversation, so

Ah, thats true.

We both laughed, talking more until we reached our target floor.

Alright. Were here. Ana spoke, opening the door to the massive room.

I was welcomed by the brightness that existed within the enormous place, taking in the sight of a room filled with all sorts of innovations.

Not bad

The area was split into several compartments, and a good deal of Magic tools and technology could be seen. Automatons, Magic Items, Golems, etc.

Like what you see? Ill show you my compartment later.

My lips curled up to form a grin.

That would be nice.

But first, lets get you to see Neron!

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Maro, you nearly died this time, you know? I cant reverse death.

And all for what? Why did you push yourself so hard once again?

I I

I mean, if you were the only one to get hurt, that would be fine. But you dragged others to it.

Im sorry

I could hear those sounds from my distance before I entered the office of the Head Researcher of this area Professor Maro.

Neron sounds quite serious right now. Should I just wait until later? No theres no time left!

I had spent more than I bargained for.

Based on my calculations, I was supposed to be on my way to the Capital now.

Lets go, I said to my partner, opening the door.

A ah, yeah

Her hesitation meant she was probably also reconsidering barging in on Nerons reprimand of Maro.

However, at this point, it was of little importance.

>CREAKWHOOOOSSSHHH!