Chapter 7: Registering as an Official Student
Translator: RaidenTL
Chapter 7: Registering as an Official Student
After I stepped out of the station, the admission letter in my hand suddenly self-combusted. It burned so fast that I didn't even have time to drop it before it turned to ash in my palm.
Actually, it didn't even leave ash behind. It just vanished, leaving me standing there staring at my empty hand in wide-eyed bewilderment.
"It’s a normal phenomenon. The admission letter’s purpose is to ensure you can pass through the Curtain Wall and enter the Witch Academy smoothly. Think of it as a one-way ticket. Come on, it’s time to officially bring you into the academy," Sister Bai said, letting out a light chuckle at my dazed expression. She walked over, took my hand, and led me forward.
Once we stepped inside, I realized this place didn't feel like a school at all; it felt more like a massive, meticulously planned city.
Well-designed roads branched out in every direction, and the surrounding buildings were strikingly modern in style.
"Um... Sister Bai, where is the academy? Are we just going to walk there?" I asked, trailing my suitcase as I walked side-by-side with Bai Yu.
Deng Xiaonan followed behind us, still carrying that sleeping boy over her shoulder.
I couldn't help but feel that the Witch Academy was a bit unreliable. I was already inside the academy's grounds, yet I had no idea where to go to report in. The orientation was abysmal; if Sister Bai hadn't been here, I probably would have gotten lost immediately.
"The central area is where the Witch Academy proper is located. This area belongs to the academy's territory, but it's more like the outer city. Who knows, you might even be assigned to live around here."
"I... live here?"
"Not necessarily. Given your current situation, the academy will just randomly assign you housing. If you had money, you could choose to live somewhere better—even an independent villa isn't out of the question. But, you don't have any money."
Sister Bai’s words stabbed right through my heart. It was true; I really didn't have much money. It looked like I’d need to find a good job. I just hoped the Witch Academy's curriculum wasn't too grueling, or I wouldn't even have time for a part-time gig.
Just as I was bracing myself for a long walk, Sister Bai suddenly pulled out a broom!
I stared in disbelief. Was the "witch riding a broom" thing really that universal?
And where did she pull it from?
My first thought was something like a storage ring, but Sister Bai wasn't wearing any rings... Perhaps my thinking was too limited; spatial equipment certainly didn't have to be restricted to rings.
Webnovels really are the death of me—they've given me such fixed mindsets.
But if Sister Bai had a broom to ride, what about me?
And if Sister Bai had storage equipment, why didn't she put my suitcase inside?
Though I had many questions, it clearly wasn't the right time to ask them.
Bai Yu hopped onto the broom and looked back at me, her meaning obvious. She wanted me to get on too.
Soon enough, Sister Bai was giving me my very first experience of flight.
The scenery from high up was beautiful, but my trembling legs were a direct reflection of the terror in my heart. This was high-altitude flight without a single safety measure!
As we sped through the air, wind kept rushing into my mouth, and the slender broomstick made my backside ache. The only comfort I had was my hands death-gripping Sister Bai’s waist, but I was in no state of mind to appreciate the sensation.
At that moment, I actually envied the boy who had been sleeping this whole time. He was tucked under the Senior Sister's arm, completely fearless because he was unconscious. He’d probably even get a wake-up service once we arrived.
Just as I felt I couldn't take it anymore, I felt our speed drop. I tentatively asked, "Sister Bai... are we almost there?"
"Yeah, we're here."
Her confirmation let me breathe a sigh of relief. When my feet finally touched the ground, they wouldn't stop shaking.
While I was trying to compose myself, I looked up. This was the registration point for the Witch Academy.
I might have looked a bit pathetic, but I certainly wasn't the most eye-catching person there.
The level of chaos in the area made me doubt if this was actually a registration office.
As I looked around for Sister Bai, I spotted her in a corner talking to another Senior Sister. She then successfully obtained a garment that looked like a cape.
When Sister Bai draped it over her shoulders, I could faintly see the word "Volunteer" on it.
"Uh... Sister Bai, what's this?"
"Time to change how you address me. You should call me Senior Sister, or Senior Sister Bai," Bai Yu said with a smile as she walked toward me, looking very much like a volunteer helping out.
"Um... Senior Sister... Bai."
"Hehe~ There we go. So, how do you feel? Your first flight wasn't very pleasant, was it?"
"It definitely wasn't," I said, still feeling a lingering sense of dread.
"Well then, follow me. It's time for freshman registration." The Senior Sister grabbed my hand and led me toward the registration desk, where the Senior Sister in charge was exceptionally enthusiastic.
"Oh~ It's a little junior who's actually awake! What's your name? I'll get you registered!" The Senior Sister exclaimed upon seeing me. After all, many of the juniors brought here were either unconscious, in a deep slumber, or awake but resisting with everything they had.
She then gave Bai Yu a meaningful look, one that seemed to carry a hint of admiration.
"Yang Yuehan."
"Yang Yuehan? Nice name. Found it... here, check the details. Is this you?"
"Yes..."
I took a quick look, confirmed the photo and basic information were correct, and nodded.
"Great. If everything's in order, go ahead and collect your room card. That's where you'll be living from now on. If you're unhappy with the assigned housing, you can go talk to someone about it. Oh, and remember to take your phone. Important academy notifications are usually sent to your phone, so make sure to check it regularly."
"Okay, okay. Thank you, Senior Sister," I hurried to thank her.
"No problem, it's what I'm here for. I've got high hopes for you~ little junior."
I looked at this Senior Sister; she had used the exact same tone and phrasing as the others. I instinctively turned to look at Senior Sister Bai.
"Senior Sister, what exactly does that mean?"
"Nothing, just a Senior Sister's well-wishes for her juniors." After saying that, she immediately changed the subject. "Let's go get your room card and phone. Weren't you looking forward to that phone?"
"Well... it's not like I was that excited..." I tried to play it cool, but my inner excitement was undeniable.
I had been eyeing that cool phone for a long time! The only pity was my old phone; it was down to its last bit of battery.
Following Senior Sister Bai, I quickly received my room card and phone.
The room card listed my residence as No. 62 Block 2 Xinmengli. To be honest, I had no idea where that was.
"It's not time to go to your place just yet. Keep your room card safe. If you can't find the way later, just use the GPS on your phone," Sister Bai explained thoughtfully.