Gravity Mage with Level-Up System

Chapter 1039: Planning for short-term goals

From MCʼs Perspective:

2 days later,

I left the room the following morning and went to the library. I think people are used to my presence there now. No one is waiting outside for hours to bother me.

The euphoria has subsided, and everything has returned to normal. Especially after teaching those rude people a lesson, no one dared to stop me again.

Taking advantage of this opportunity, Iʼm finding interesting books to expand my knowledge. Iʼve decided to focus on plants, ancient sites, and various forms of magic.

Right now, Iʼm holding a book that contains information ahout the least researched ancient sites in our country.

I know I have been banned from leaving the academy. Even going to the capital would be impossible in my current situation.

But I think the situation will improve in the coming days. Once it happens, I have a plan to visit these ancient sites. There is one thing about exploring ancient sites in a foreign country.

But here, I can explore the ancient places without much worry. I believe our country has many hidden ancient treasures.

As long as I can find them, it will be helpful for me. Then I started to read the book.

A few minutes later, an interesting story caught my attention.

Itʼs a place called ”Matuna,” once a bustling black market for wizards in ancient times. Records indicate the area used to have a high concentration of mana.

However, the place is now rarely visited. Over time, a small town replaced it, and this town still exists today. Many adventurers venture there to explore.

Wizards, though, cannot stay for long due to the areaʼs low mana concentration, which hinders their growth. So, few outsiders visit nowadays.

Itʼs puzzling why, given the placeʼs history as a black market, it should be popular destination for atleast Low Level Wizards.

A quick gleam flashed in my eyes. Once the situation improves, Iʼll visit this place. Itʼs not far from the capital, located in the middle region of the country.

Thereʼs a magic train facility available that connects to the middle region.

After figuring this out, I continued to read. At noon, I returned the books and exited the library.

As I was heading back to the Sub-Taboo Hall, I saw someone walking towards me. It seemed like the person was waiting for me. When I saw his face, I cursed under my breath.

The person was none other than Mike Curtis, dressed in a black uniform. I could sense level-6 mana particles surrounding him. ”What are you doing here?” I asked.

”Well, Iʼve wasted two days to meet you,” Mike replied. He then attempted to assess Vincent Careyʼs strength but was unable to. His senses were blocked by a thick wall.

”Are you using an artifact?” he inquired.

Understanding his implication, I asked, ”Tell me, what do you want?” instead of answering.

We exchanged intense glances. Meanwhile, other wizard students noticed us. Mike was as famous as I was on campus, so murmurs began to circulate.

”What I want is a rematch. But sadly, youʼre one step behind. Youʼre not my opponent now. So letʼs fight when you reach level-6,” Mike asked.

”Alright,” I replied.

Mike Curtis smiled before leaving.

Gasp!

A loud gasp sounded behind me.

The other wizard students had heard everything, though they were too scared to approach. Theyʼd listened from a distance.

I offered a helpless smile before continuing towards the Sub-Taboo Hall. Shortly afterward, I arrived at the hall, scanned my ID, and entered. The door automatically closed behind me. I walked to the couch and sat down.

”Senior Carolina is busy with her potion research. I wonder when sheʼll come,” I thought to myself.

Then I leaned back slightly before starting to read the online post. Iʼve missed reading the online posts. Iʼve been catching up on the past two days.

As I scrolled down, some good news caught my attention. My classmates from the special class had become Level-5 Core Wizards.

While their advancement wasnʼt as fast as Lara White or mine, it still took them less than two years to move from the inner house to the core house.

Thinking about my classmates, I wondered what that monster, Lara White, was up to.

I knew she was always one step ahead of me. Her talent grade far surpassed mine. If my assumption is correct, sheʼs already a Level-7 Wizard. Sheʼs the only one to reach Level-7 at a similar age.

Thinking about my classmates made me think of my high school friends.

I sighed internally. My mentality has completely changed. Nowadays, I find myself thinking about Peak Wizards and Magic Lords.

Back in my hometown, I thought Level-5 was the ultimate goal. It wouldnʼt be wrong to say I have the strength to wipe out the entire town in my current state. But I still feel weak.

Shortly afterward, Carolina arrived and sat opposite Vincent. I observed her happy expression.

”Did you succeed?” I asked.

”Weʼre halfway there. After creating the potion formula, I can prepare for my advancement to level-6,” Carolina replied, smiling.

She paused, then asked, ”What are you going to do about your situation?”

Hearing this, I responded, ”Iʼve told you before. I have to wait for their approval. But Iʼve been thinking about traveling across our country.”

”Are you serious?” Carolina asked, skepticism evident in her voice.

”I donʼt know where your confidence comes from. There are people waiting outside to kill you. I thought youʼd prepare some hidden cards before planning something,” she continued, expressing her doubt.

This wasnʼt the first time sheʼd heard something crazy from Vincent. He had a history of making audacious plans, yet somehow, they always seemed to work out.

”Donʼt worry, this time I wonʼt anger everyone,” I replied confidently.

”I saw an online post a few minutes ago. Looks like Mike has really challenged you to a rematch,” Carolina said with a hint of amusement.

I smiled. ”That guy has changed. Heʼs not that angry, bloodthirsty guy anymore. He wasnʼt even pissed off about the Wizard Heart Competition results.”

Carolinaʼs expression turned serious. ”Donʼt trust anyone from the Taboo Hall. It might be a tactic to lure you into their hall,” she warned.

”Iʼm not that stupid,” I replied with a laugh.