After some conversation, Liens and the Dean fell into an awkward silence.

They quietly ate lunch, no longer speaking.

One who didn't know might have thought they had some conflict, but in reality, they simply didn't know what to say.

In a place like the cafeteria, they couldn't discuss matters related to Extraordinary Ones.

And besides that, Liens and the Dean were vastly different in age and not well acquainted.

Neither of them knew what to say to continue the conversation.

So, they could only remain silent.

Fortunately, Liens ate relatively quickly, ending the awkward atmosphere first.

"Dean, I've finished eating, so I'll head back to rest now."

Liens tidied up his utensils and bid farewell to the Dean, who was still slowly chewing.

"Mm... Heier, goodbye."

The Dean waved, bidding Liens farewell.

"Dean, goodbye."

Liens also waved goodbye.

Then, he turned and placed his utensils at the designated spot for subsequent processing before leaving the cafeteria.

Although Liens didn't know if this casual chat in the cafeteria had increased his favorability in the Dean's eyes, at least it let him know the approximate time the Dean left to eat every day.

Later, if he couldn't directly ask the Dean for magic instruction, he could use this time slot to sneak into the Dean's room in the instance to see if he could find any magic learning materials.

If he had learning materials, self-studying should be much easier than directly observing the magic the Dean cast, right?

...

Liens strolled through the academy, leisurely admiring the scenery before him.

Although due to the accumulated snow, everything from flowers, plants, and trees to pedestrian walkways, and even every building in sight, was covered in a thick layer of white.

But this snow-covered landscape had a unique charm; it seemed to give the Wind a shape.

Liens looked up, staring blankly at the snowflakes drifting down from the sky.

In his eyes, the Wind and snow at this moment were no longer just Wind and snow, but the existence named "Wind" displaying the Wind's swordsmanship to him through "snow."

What is Wind?

In his previous life, it was a natural phenomenon caused by air movement.

Even in this world, its essence remained unchanged; it only became more special due to the existence of Elements.

And what are Elements?

He used to think it was a form of energy, an energy that could influence the world, an energy that could create all things.

It made Wind no longer just a simple phenomenon, but a "substance" that could be created.

The "Wind" created by the Wind Element would appear and disappear with the aggregation and dispersion of the Wind Element, just like the Element of "Water."

It was just that Wind was formless and transparent, making it difficult to notice.

And now, he had a new understanding of Elements.

Elements might just be the medium through which the existence named "Element" displayed the mysteries of the world to people, just like the current Wind and snow.

Therefore, he had to learn from "Element," from the existence possessing Nimophila.

He wanted to use his own "medium" to influence heaven and earth, to control heaven and earth, to create his own "small heaven and earth."

The invisible Wind blew around him, and Liens revealed a slightly tired smile.

"Another step forward, it's truly delightful..."

He slowly closed his eyes and gradually fell into a deep sleep.

His previous actions had been quite draining for him.

...

"Heier, you truly have a leisurely disposition, taking a nap under a tree."

A gentle, familiar voice sounded in his ear.

Liens opened his eyes a little groggily, and the first thing that came into view was the towering giant, then he slightly looked up at the delicate face with a gentle smile.

"It's Nimophila."

"But, it's been so long since I've truly slept... It's quite comfortable."

Liens thought to himself.

"Ha... Nimophila, long time no see. May I ask if you're looking for me for something?"

Liens got up and stood, yawning, and asked Nimophila's purpose.

"Heier and I just met this morning, so it's hardly a long time no see."

Nimophila said with a gentle smile.

"Perhaps it's because Nimophila is too beautiful; a brief separation feels like three years of bitter struggle to me."

Liens inadvertently said something flirtatious.

Upon hearing this, the smile on Nimophila's face became even brighter.

Flattery always works.

As long as they are normal people, they like to hear good words.

Why are loyal words unpleasant to the ear? It's because they are not pleasant to say.

If loyal words could be pleasant to hear, they would probably become earnest advice.

"So, Nimophila, what exactly are you looking for me for?"

Liens continued to ask.

"The Dean sent me to find you."

"The Dean said he couldn't find you in your room, and his legs are a bit inconvenient, and it's snowing outside, so he entrusted me to ask you to go to his room."

Nimophila explained to Liens the reason she came to find him.

"Haha... That's my fault."

"Earlier at noon, when I met the Dean in the cafeteria, I told him I usually stay in my room."

"I didn't expect that what I said would come back to bite me so soon."

"And to trouble Nimophila to come find me... I'm truly sorry."

Liens was a bit embarrassed; he didn't expect the boomerang he threw out to hit him back in less than half a day.

"No more talking, the Dean might be getting impatient, so I'll take my leave first."

"Another day, if I have time, I'll treat Nimophila to a meal as a thank-you."

Liens continued.

After speaking, he waved goodbye to Nimophila, then quickly walked towards the faculty dormitory area.

Nimophila also waved goodbye to Liens, but her gaze as she watched him gradually depart was somewhat profound.

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"If the person the Dean entrusted wasn't me, others would probably have a hard time finding you, even though you were sleeping right under the tree."

"I really can't imagine what kind of talent allows you to take another step towards that realm in less than half a day?"

"I really want to research... Alas, my occupational disease has flared up again."

"Nimophila, remember! Now is not the time to research this and that; all other research must be put aside until after this current project."

"Your teacher is still waiting for the results of your project."

Nimophila thought to herself, reminding herself again not to get distracted and to remember her mission.

Nimophila turned around and looked again at the Wind Element that hadn't completely dissipated under the tree, and the ground that was slowly being swallowed by the Wind and snow.

She sighed, then turned and walked towards her dormitory.

Because of her work, she didn't live in the faculty dormitory area like other teachers, but in a separate room next to the infirmary.

For Nimophila, this was a better choice.

This way, she could avoid being disturbed during her research and also promptly treat patients who were transported for treatment.

Sometimes, Life was just a matter of that short amount of time.

If she wasted it on the road, she might lose the opportunity to save a person's Life.