Wael turned to James, grabbed him, and left the area.
Although the two were out of sight, Wael’s voice resounded in the area.
“James shall challenge the trials three days later.”
…
The two returned to James’ residence in Tempris House.
James inquired, “What are the three trials?”
Wael explained, “The founder of the Verde Academy created some illusions. Initially, it was our custom for the next head of each house to go through these trials. However, we gradually stopped practicing it. The retiring head would eventually choose the next head. The illusions would only be utilized when most authorities oppose the chosen candidate.”
“What are the illusions like?” James asked curiously.
Wael shook his head lightly and replied, “Nobody knows what the illusion is precisely. Everyone experiences a different illusion. Moreover…”
“Yeah?” James urged him to continue.
Wael explained, “The Verde Academy’s sacred scroll is placed at the end of the third illusion. You must enter the illusion and pass the third trial to read the sacred scroll. If you fail to succeed in the trial, you’re not qualified to read it.”
“Is that so?” James rubbed his chin pensively. He murmured, “Looks like I’ll have to challenge the trials.”
Then, he asked, “Is there anything I should be careful of while in the illusion?”
Wael shook his head lightly and said, “There’s nothing much to pay attention to. After entering the illusion, everything is up to your fate. But, in theory, the higher one’s cultivation, the greater the chances of passing through the trials.”
James asked, “Then how many in the Verde Academy have successfully passed the trials in the past?”
“Quite a lot. Almost all the current heads have challenged and passed the trials. I’ve passed the trials before as well. However, I’ve been corrupted by an Inner Demon after a past incident and won’t be able to pass the trials anymore.”
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