Greatest Legacy of the Magus Universe

Chapter 422: Language

In one of the high-vaulted classrooms inside Saratoga, a middle-aged professor stood in front of her desk, her presence commanding yet inviting.

The room was filled with attentive students sitting at their long wooden desks, facing the professor. Tall, arched windows let in natural light streams and bathed the classroom in a warm glow.

Professor Elora was dressed in colorful flowing robes adorned with intricate embroidery. She glanced at all the graduate students present with her piercing blue eyes and very soon began her lecture.

”Languages,” she said as her eyes swept across the classroom, ”are more than mere means of communication; they are carriers of our culture, history, and identity.”

The following moment, she weaved a simple hand gesture and pointed her palm to the ceiling. Then, a magical projection—an illusion, really—appeared above her, displaying the map of the Ulier Continent.

The Acadian Empire occupied the majority of the continent. The west was dominated by the Baja High Forest. Toward the south lay the Southern Federation which was isolated from the Empire by the Murky Mountains.

”Consider the humans of Ulier.” She pointed to the central region of the continent. ”Our tongue, Acaros, is the string that weaves together the diverse people of our lands.

”It is the language of trade, governance, and diplomacy. Acaros is considered the common tongue of the Acadian Empire, as all of you already know.”

She paused for a moment before adding, ”The humans of the Southern Federation also speak Acaros, albeit with a thick accent.”

Professor Eloraʼs eyes involuntarily landed on Adam when she said the last sentence. She found the raven-haired youth yawning with his mouth wide open and listening to her lecture with a bored expression.

The middle-aged professor inwardly snorted in displeasure, but she continued her class nonetheless.

”The elves of the Baja High Forest speak Lunari, a language as old and enduring as the ancient trees they live among. It is a language of grace and beauty, of songs and tales passed down through the millennia.”

When the professor spoke about the elven language, the elves sitting in the class couldnʼt help but smile in pride.

Next, the magical projection of the map shifted to the mountainous regions toward the south of the Empire.

”The dwarves of the Empire speak Thrainic, a language as sturdy and resilient as the mountains themselves. It is a language of craftsmanship, tradition, and deep unyielding roots.”

Adam looked around the class and saw there were no dwarves present. As a matter of fact, there were no gnomes either.

Hmm, come to think of it, the population of Ravenfell consists entirely of humans and elves. I wonder why that is… he thought to himself, feeling slightly puzzled.

Professor Elora waved her hand and the map shifted to another part of the empire, in the lands bordering the Baja High Forest.

This was the region where the vast majority of the gnomes had settled down. Due to their great relationship with the elves, their towns and cities were situated closer to the ancient forests.

”Finally, the gnomes of the Empire,” Professor Elora began, ”speak Whimsyre, a lively and inventive language, mirroring their boundless creativity and curiosity.”

She paused for a moment, allowing the students to digest the information, before she continued, ”To understand these languages is to understand the essence of the continent that we call our home.

”Each language holds the key to unlocking the hearts and minds of those who speak it. They are the bridges that connect us, the threads that bind us together and form a cohesive community.”

Her eyes glanced around the room, making sure that everyone was paying attention. She slightly nodded to herself before adding, ”Iʼm sure some of you are already familiar with all four languages in our continent.

”But for those who arenʼt, I urge you to master these four languages as soon as you can. As a magus of Saratoga, you are bound to travel the continent and represent our prestigious institution.

”I donʼt want others to look down on you just because you donʼt know their language. Understood?”

”Yes, Professor!” The students nodded their heads in agreement.

As rank 2 magi, their mental faculties were greatly enhanced. It wouldnʼt take them long to master any given language.

Next, the professor continued to speak about the other less-known languages and dialects found within the Empire.

Adamʼs mind was already drifting elsewhere as he thought to himself, Although the Ulier Continent has four major languages and many more lesser-known languages, Acaros is still the one that is widely used.

Well, I suppose that makes sense. The Ulier Continent is dominated by mostly humans, after all.

The youth turned his head and gazed at the scenery through the arched windows. An endless sea of evergreen mountains stretched beyond the horizon.

He glanced at these mountains for a few moments and then he looked at the bright blue sky, his gaze seemingly piercing through the clouds and into the cosmos.

It is similar out there in the greater universe too, he thought to himself. There are countless magical civilizations, both big and small, that occupy this universe.

The most well-known language as well as the one that is most commonly used among the many races out there is called Ethor!

Itʼs a good thing I already know Ethor as well as many other languages thanks to all the memories Iʼve absorbed.

Thinking of the myriad wonders that lay out there in the depths of the universe, Adam couldnʼt help but sigh longingly.

I wonder how long it will take for me to leave this planet…

The lecture continued for another hour before the professor finally dismissed everyone. Adam got up from his seat and started walking out of the classroom in a leisurely manner.

Just as he was on his way out of the castle, a raven suddenly flew in his direction and gently perched on his shoulders.

None of the students nearby were shocked by this outcome. Ravens were common not just in Ravenfell but also within Saratoga. They were mostly used as messenger birds.

However, Adam couldnʼt help but be slightly taken aback. This was the first time a raven had approached him, after all.

He looked at the bird gracefully combing its lustrous black feathers with its beak, and asked, ”Uh, can I help you?”

”Huh?” The raven glanced at the youth with a puzzled look. ”And how exactly will you help me, human?”

”Uhh… you tell me.” Adam had a dumbfounded look on his face.

The raven rolled his eyes. ”Human, you are so stupid.”

Adamʼs eyebrows twitched and he asked, ”Okay, what do you want?”

”Me?” The raven began combing its feathers again. ”I donʼt want anything from you, human.”

Before Adam could reprimand this silly raven for wasting his time, the bird added, ”But Professor Whitaker does.”

”What?!” Adam was flabergasted. ”I didnʼt even do anything this time!”

”I donʼt care, human.” The raven flapped its wings and flew away. ”Sheʼs expecting you. Better hurry!”