An academy was where people were nurtured for the future, so its atmosphere was vastly different when compared to the hustle and bustle of the outside.0

Walking through the triumphal arch-like gate, Charles looked around and noticed that his fierce demeanor and visage stuck out like a sore thumb among the students around him. He felt as though he were a wolf among a flock of sheep.0

As expected, Charles quickly caught the attention of the sheepdogs herding sheep. 0

"Hey, you! Stop right there!" 0

Charles was instantly surrounded by three men in black uniforms. When they noticed that Charles reeked of sea brine, their expressions changed drastically. 0

Before the three men could call for backup, however, Charles showed them a disk made of various flat gears. "I'm here to see Professor Cocci."0

Soon enough, Charles was led to a school building. Unbeknownst to him, over a dozen security guards had gathered to "escort" him.0

"Is this really...0