160: Enlightenment, Victory

Time flew by, and more than ten days had passed since Brian was promoted to a Level 6 Mage.

He not only thoroughly stabilized his realm, but his life essence also underwent a natural sublimation due to the superposition of his promotion and numerous previous boons, making his aura increasingly profound.

On the top floor of the Main Tower, Brian, for once, was not engrossed in research or military affairs, but stood before a huge arched window, overlooking the bustling scene of his territory below and the Verdant Source sub-plane entrance in the distance.

Heart stood quietly by his side, holding a cup of freshly brewed calming flower tea from a certain plant plane.

"Master, you seem to have something on your mind?"

Heart keenly noticed a hint of unusual gentleness and contemplation in Brian's gaze.

Brian turned around, took the flower tea, and gently caressed the warm cup with his fingertips, a fatherly, slightly nostalgic smile on his face.

"Time passes so quickly; in the blink of an eye, Joey is already five years old."

Heart immediately understood, smiling sweetly, "Indeed, little Joey is lively and adorable. Just a few days ago, she was pestering Spiritual Eye Shou for candy."

Brian nodded.

In the Mage World, children usually undergo formal mage talent testing only after they turn twelve, once their mind and body have initially stabilized.

Before that, how to spend the long years of childhood was a question every mage family had to consider.

Brian himself spent most of his childhood in diligent study and meditation, which, while laying a solid foundation, also deprived him of many joys common to ordinary children.

He did not want his son to repeat the same path; at least before the talent test, he hoped Joey, and later Lina, Kane, and his other children, could have a childhood as happy and carefree as possible.

"Heart, what do you think? Should we establish an enlightenment institution for Joey and other age-appropriate children in the territory?"

Brian asked; he valued the opinions of the Spirit Eyes, especially concerning family matters.

"Of course, Master!"

Heart's eyes lit up, and she immediately became enthusiastic:

"Let's build it right here in our main territory! It's the safest place, and the high world-level will subtly benefit the children. The little ones can learn basic culture, get to know the world, and more importantly, play and grow together with companions their own age! This is much better than being cooped up at home with a tutor!"

She continued to plan with great enthusiasm:

"The academy's design can be handed over to Spiritual Eye Xiu; she will surely create the warmest and most comfortable environment!

Spiritual Eye Shou will be responsible for the curriculum and management, ensuring everything is in perfect order!

Commander Draven can arrange for people to teach basic physical training and safety knowledge.

When the children are older, Spiritual Pupil - Seeker can organize regular outdoor practical sessions in Verdant Source to learn about various unique plants and constructed life forms, broadening their horizons! We can even offer fun courses like 'Planar Flavor Tasting'!'"

She almost instantly sketched a vivid and comprehensive blueprint.

Brian listened to her vibrant ideas, and the smile on his face deepened.

This perfectly matched his expectations.

"Excellent, let's proceed with this approach."

Brian made a decision:

"You will take the lead, in conjunction with Spiritual Eye Shou and Spiritual Eye Xiu, to oversee the preparations. The academy's initial scale doesn't need to be large; prioritize the age-appropriate children of the family and core members, and ensure safety and quality. The location will be next to the elementary mage academy within the territory."

"Understood! I'll get to it right away!" Heart happily agreed, her consciousness quickly connecting to the Spirit Eye network.

Soon, enthusiastic feedback came from the network:

Spiritual Eye Shou: "The Enlightenment Academy is the foundation of our family. I will immediately select a site and formulate a comprehensive set of regulations and a core cultural curriculum system to ensure order and teaching quality."

Spiritual Eye Xiu: "Oh! Is it for designing a school for the little ones? Please leave it to me! I will definitely create a learning space that is as warm as a home, as beautiful as a garden, and that can inspire their curiosity and creativity!"

Spiritual Pupil - Seeker: "Outdoor practice and flavor classes are on me! I guarantee the little ones will experience the wonders of the World Sea!"

Execution: "Suggest adding minimum danger identification and avoidance training."

Spirit Eye Xi: "Can introduce fun games that inspire logic and observation skills."

spiritual pupil - source: "Resources are in place, the network will provide full support."

Watching the Spirit Eyes so actively engage in this matter, Brian's Heart was filled with warmth.

They were not only powerful aids but also an indispensable part of this family.

As the news spread, Lyle and Judy were deeply gratified, believing this to be an important step for the family's long-term development.

The three madams, Alice, Emily, and Lucia, were even more delighted, beginning to meticulously prepare their children for school.

A warm and hopeful atmosphere permeated the territory.

Even as the outside world was engaged in vast planar conquests, within the homeland, this careful nurturing and earnest expectation for the next generation was quietly converging into the family's deepest foundation and future.

Brian knew this was just the beginning.

A truly powerful family not only needs top-tier military strength but also good inheritance and a vibrant new generation.

He looked out the window, as if already seeing the children studying and playing in the beautiful academy, their eyes filled with curiosity and the light of exploration for the world.

Under the efficient collaboration of the Spirit Eye network, the Enlightenment Academy, located next to the territory's elementary mage academy, rose at an astonishing speed.

Spiritual Eye Xiu poured a great deal of effort into designing the academy like a fairytale paradise.

The main buildings used warm-toned stone and magical wood, with soft, rounded lines and large, bright windows.

Within the campus, magical lawns would emit pleasant notes when stepped upon, colorful fountains would change the shape of their water jets with children's laughter, and there was a small, domesticated, safe magical botanical garden for children to observe nature.

The entire environment was filled with imagination and a sense of nurturing.

Spiritual Eye Shou, on the other hand, formulated strict yet flexible regulations.

The curriculum was primarily designed to spark interest, including continental common language literature, basic mathematical logic, local customs and culture, and simple drawing and music.

It also included logic games designed by Spirit Eye Xi and the "Little Adventurer" safety course, insisted upon by Execution and conducted in a game format.

The teaching staff consisted of a newly recruited teaching group made up of several female mages and knights.

At the same time, Spiritual Eye Shou was responsible for supervision.

On the first day of school, the scene was warm and lively.

Five-year-old Joey, wearing a small mage robe (a customized, more comfortable and lively version), held his mother Alice's hand, curiously observing this novel world.

Children of other core members also arrived successively, and they quickly shed their nervousness under the guidance of the beautiful environment and friendly teachers, beginning their first formal enlightenment class in life.

Brian and his family watched from afar, feeling genuine satisfaction at the children's beaming smiles and curious gazes.

This joyous laughter injected an unprecedented vitality into the solemn mage territory.

However, the conquests of the World Sea would not cease because of the warmth of home.

Soon after the academy was on track, front-line battle reports were once again compiled in Brian's Main Tower operations room.

Heart presented three reports on the light screen:

"Master, the A-01 Scorched Earth Wasteland plane has been fully pacified, remaining resistance forces have been cleared, and the planar traction Magic Formation has been deployed, ready for sacrifice at any time."

"A-02 Sea of a Thousand Sails plane: All city-states have pledged allegiance, resource points and markets have been integrated, and it meets the conditions for traction."

"A-03 Emerald Forest Realm plane: Under continuous purification and communication, over 80% of the wood elemental ethnic groups have expressed allegiance, and the most stubborn ancient treant elders have promised to remain neutral and not interfere with the traction. The ecosystem of this plane is well-preserved, and its potential is relatively high."

All three battlefronts were victorious!

Moreover, the time taken was much shorter than estimated, showcasing the Spirit Eyes' ability to act independently to the fullest.