章節 136: Meeting Illya.

Entering the Academy through the main gate, the first thing that Alex noticed was how desolate the surroundings were. 

The paths and fields which were usually occupied by a large number of students were now empty. As far as the eye could see, Alex could not spot a single student.

Of course, this was to be expected. Not mentioning the first-year and second-year students who were sent to the Frontier planets, the third-year and fourth-year students, most of whom were direct heirs of the various families were recalled back to their families.

The Ascension was both a blessing and a curse for the families in the Alliance. It was a blessing because the families could use this opportunity to nurture a group of superhuman forces, which will directly help them in contesting for greater benefits. After all, with strength came authority.