Chapter 20: Academy's Amenities
As Lassim and Sirium walked towards the cafeteria, they were joined by Lustria, who had also been in the classroom during the lesson. She greeted them with a warm smile, her eyes sparkling with curiosity.
"Hey, guys," she said, falling into step beside them. "I heard you were planning to explore the academy. Mind if I join you?"
Lassim and Sirium exchanged a glance, both nodding in agreement. They had no objections to Lustria joining them, and they welcomed the company.
"Of course, Lustria," Lassim replied, offering her a smile. "The more the merrier. Let's go grab a bite to eat first, and then we can decide where to go from there."
With that settled, the three of them made their way to the cafeteria, their stomachs growling in anticipation of a good meal. As they entered the bustling dining hall, they were greeted by the tantalizing aroma of freshly cooked food, the sound of laughter and chatter filling the air.
As they approached the area where they could order their food, they noticed that it was set up buffet-style, with a wide variety of dishes on offer. There were steaming pots of soup, trays of freshly baked bread, and platters of succulent meats and vegetables. The aroma of spices and herbs filled the air, making their mouths water in anticipation.
Each of them grabbed a plate and began to fill it with a mountain of various goodies. Lassim piled his plate high with roasted vegetables and grilled meats, while Sirium loaded up on a selection of light sandwiches and salads.
Lustria, on the other hand, seemed to have a particular fondness for the dessert section, grabbing a generous portion of cakes and pastries in addition to some steak sandwiches.
As they ate, they began to discuss their plans for the rest of the day. Sirium gave his suggestion.
"I think we should check out the academy store first," Sirium suggested, his eyes lighting up with excitement. "I heard they have all kinds of potions, herbs, and cultivation-enhancing pills. It could be useful to stock up on some supplies."
Lustria looked uncertain, but she nodded in agreement. "That sounds like a good idea. I'm not sure what we'll find there, but it can't hurt to take a look."
With their stomachs full and the trio content, they made their way to the academy store, their curiosity piqued by the prospect of what they might find. As they entered the store, they were greeted by rows upon rows of shelves, each filled with a variety of items.
The academy store was a treasure trove of magical goods, each shelf and display case filled with an array of items that sparkled and gleamed with otherworldly energy. As Lassim, Sirium, and Lustria wandered through the aisles, they couldn't help but feel a sense of wonder at the sheer variety of items on offer.
On one shelf, they found magical pouches that could store massive quantities of items, each one enchanted to hold far more than the ones each of them had on their waists. These pouches were perfect for storing extra supplies during extremely long journeys or for keeping valuable items safe and secure with their additional safety arrays preventing theft.
Next to the pouches, they found a selection of potions, each one labeled with its unique properties. There were healing potions that could mend wounds and regenerate lost health, as well as potions that could enhance strength, speed, and agility. There were even potions that could temporarily boost one's elemental attunement, allowing for greater control over the elements.
As they continued to explore, they came across fragrant pills that could be used for cultivation, each one imbued with the essence of the different elements. These pills were highly sought after by spirit warriors, as they could greatly enhance one's cultivation progress and help them reach new levels of power. They noticed many students from older years repeatedly coming over and grabbing bottles off the shelf and heading to the nearest clerk to complete the purchases.
In another section of the store, they found a display of special jewelry and accessories that could increase elemental attunement. These items were crafted from rare materials and enchanted with powerful elemental magic and arrays, making them highly prized by those seeking to strengthen their connection to the elements.
Finally, they came to a back area of the store where they found a selection of wild beasts that could be purchased and formed spirit contracts with. These beasts were powerful creatures, each one capable of serving as a formidable mount in battle or for traveling long distances with their superior flying capabilities. However, in order to keep them within one's inner heart world, one would need to purchase a special contract that would bind the beast to them.
As they browsed through the store, Lassim, Sirium, and Lustria couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement at the possibilities that lay before them. The academy store was a place of wonder and magic, and they were eager to explore everything it had to offer.
Unfortunately, to group's despair, they quickly discovered that the prices were all listed in academy points, a currency they were unfamiliar with. Confused, they approached the store clerk, who was busy organizing some potions on a nearby shelf.
"Excuse me," Lassim said, catching the clerk's attention. "We're new first years, and we were wondering how we can earn academy points."
The clerk smiled warmly, clearly used to dealing with new students. "Ah, you must be new here. Academy points can be earned from participating in the regular trials, performing well in class, and completing missions from the mission hall. The more points you earn, the more items you can purchase from the academy store."
After thanking the clerk, Lassim turned to his friends with a grin. "Well, that was enlightening. I didn't realize we could earn points so easily. I'd love to get one of those beast mounts eventually."
Sirium nodded, his eyes gleaming with excitement. "Absolutely! And who knows, maybe we'll even get to face some of those creatures from the abyssal legion from the missions. That would be quite the experience."
Lustria, who had been quiet, finally spoke up. "I'm not sure about facing those creatures, but I'm definitely up for some adventure. I'd much prefer just some normal wild beasts in the forests around the academy or something where we could explore the rest of Myriad Spirit City for now. It'll be nice to get out of the academy and explore the world beyond these walls."
With their minds made up, the trio headed towards the mission hall, their jade bracelets guiding them through the open outdoors and garden pathways of the academy.
As they walked, they couldn't help but admire the beauty of their surroundings—the lush gardens, the ivy leaf covered wooden benches, and the majestic statues that dotted the natural landscape.
Gifts
-- Gift
received Weekly Power Status
-- Power
Ranking 
-- Power
stone