ONLINE: Blades of Eternity

"Lila, what are you doing here?" the Ice Jade Princess quickly said with a creased brows now on her face while she stares at the soft hazel haired girl who ran and stood in-between her and Kaelen who was still on the floor.

"I won't allow you to harm him" Lila said in an unwilling tone will she stretched out her arms in an attempt to shield Kaelen against the Ice Jade Princess.

"I won't say this twice Lila, move aside" The Ice Jade Princess said in a tone much colder than before will she took a dominant step closer to Lila.

As soon as she did that, the temperature around the Ice Jade Princess and Lila suddenly dropped even lower than before. It went so low that snowflakes could slightly be seen hovering in the air around the two ice beauties.

"Why don't you make me" But Lila clearly stood her ground as she replied with a determined and a bone chilling expression on her face.

"Don't say I didn't warn you later" The Ice Jade Princess said in a furious tone this time and the air around her dropped even lower.

And so, In the well lit lecture hall, the tension was palpable. The air seemed to crackle with anticipation as the Ice Jade Princess stood, her icy demeanor reflecting the frigid energy gathering at her fingertips. Her gaze was fixed on Lila, who stood protectively in front of Kaelen, who was still struggling to rise from the floor after the previous attack.

Lila's soft hazel-colored hair swayed slightly as she braced herself, her light brown eyes filled with determination. There was a noticeable chill in the air, emanating from the Ice Jade Princess, who began to channel her magic into another attack. The room seemed to grow colder, the very air crystallizing around the tips of her fingers as she prepared to unleash a powerful ice spell.

Swish!!!

With a flick of her wrist, the Ice Jade Princess sent a spear of ice hurtling towards them, aimed directly at Lila and Kaelen. The spell moved with blinding speed, its sharp, crystalline form cutting through the air with a deadly intent. There was a moment of stillness, a breath held collectively by everyone in the room, as the attack closed in.

"Watch out!!" Kaelen exclaimed with an anxious look on his face.

Bang!!!

But Lila reacted instinctively. With a fluid motion, she raised her hand, and a shimmering barrier of light sprang into existence in front of her and Kaelen. The barrier was ethereal, almost like a thin veil of golden mist, but it held firm as the ice spear collided with it. There was a loud crack as the icy projectile shattered against the barrier, sending shards of ice scattering across the room.

The force of the impact caused the barrier to flicker, but it did not break.

When the Ice Jade Princess saw this, her expressionless face finally had a change as a deep frown now appeared on her face as she thought.

'What kind of power is this to be able to block my top intermediary spell?'

"Wonderful!! Just wonderfull!!"

But right before anyone in the hall could completely digest what just happened, a loud and satisfied voice suddenly came into the lecture hall.

'Huh? Where did that voice come from?' Kaelen thought as he could finally stand up to his two feet. But right at this moment, a notification suddenly popped up in front of his face along with a voice appearing in his head.

**Warning: Frostbite detected**

**Implications: HP reduced by half, MP reduced by half**

**Warning: System will shut down in the next five minutes for healing procedures to start**

'What the f*ck!!!!!?' Kaelen thought with a dumbfounded expression on his face. But he couldn't dwell on it for long as someone suddenly appeared right in the midst of every one in the lecture hall.

When both the Ice Jade Princess and Lila saw this person, they quickly had a change of expression. As for the students still seated in the lecture hall, an uproar have already occured amongst them.

"Sh*t!! What is she doing here!!?"

"How can I be so lucky to be graced with someone who is considered a pillar of the academy!!?"

"It seems like they are both the students of this esteemed person"

"Holy sh*t!!"

As for Morris, he was still seated as he watched what is unfolding in front of the hall with a worried look on his face as he thought.

'Carmilia actually came here'

The person who just appeared in the lecture hall is apparently Carmilia who is also known as the Ice Queen. She is currently regarded as one of the pillars of the academy

Standing tall with an air of regal grace, Carmilia's appearance is as chilling and captivating as the element she masters. Her hair, a striking shade of silver-white, falls in sleek waves to her waist, shimmering like frost under the winter moon. Her piercing ice-blue eyes are sharp and calculating, always observing, and often seem to pierce straight through to the soul of those she gazes upon.

These eyes are known for their ability to intimidate and inspire, conveying a depth of knowledge and power accumulated over years of rigorous study and experience.

Her features are finely sculpted, with high cheekbones and a sharp jawline that give her an imperious and commanding appearance. Her skin is pale, almost ethereal, complementing the cool and distant aura she exudes. Despite her middle age, she retains a timeless beauty, with an ageless quality that seems untouched by the passage of time.

Her expression is often one of serene composure, rarely betraying any emotion, which only adds to her enigmatic and intimidating presence.

Carmilia's attire is always elegant and immaculate, reflecting her high status within the academy. She is currently wearing a robe colored deep blue and silver, colors that symbolize her mastery over ice and her formidable presence. These robes are adorned with intricate patterns resembling frost and snowflakes, subtly highlighting her connection to her element.

Her movements are precise and deliberate, exuding confidence and control in every step.

"Greetings Great Venerable" Gareth suddenly said as he bowed at Carmilia. But Carmilia behaved like he didn't even exist as she put her attention at her two disciples.

"Although I am deeply disappointed by you guys actions today especially you Rebecca, I will let it slide because of what I have discovered concerning my darling Lila's potential" Carmilia suddenly said with a satisfied smile on her face.

"Thank you for your benevolence master" The Ice Jade Princess quickly said as she performed a slight bow at Carmilia. After giving the Ice Jade Princess who apparently is named Rebecca a slight nod in response, she shifted her attention to Lila.

At this moment, Lila was completely stiff as she could be as she tightly clenched her skirt while her head is lowered. When Kaelen saw this, a stinging pain suddenly ran through his heart which made him to grit his teeth tightly.

"Due to the vast potential I just saw in you. I will not pursue this matter. Now, come to your master" Carmilia said in a cool manner. But Lila didn't move from the spot she is standing as she replied in a timid manner.

"But... I would like to talk to my friend just... for a short while..... I.... haven't seen him for a long time now"

"Are you trying to disobey your master?" Carmilia suddenly asked as the tone of her voice suddenly dropped by a few degrees.

"No... No master, I wouldn't dare" Lila quickly answered as her heart skipped a beat when she heard the question Carmilia asked her. But right at this moment, Carmilia felt a faint killing intent directed at her which made her to shift her attention towards where it came from.

What she saw at that direction was apparently Kaelen who was looking right into the eyes of Carmilia as he suddenly said in a very deep and low voice.

"You will regret this. And I promise you that"

Gasps!!

As soon as Kaelen made that statement, loud gasps made by the students seated suddenly rang out in the lecture hall.

'You are dead now' Kelvin thought with a wicked grin on his face. As for Morris, he currently have his right hand placed on his forehead as he thought.

'How stupid can you be Kaelen?'

"You dare threaten a pillar of this Academy!!? You need to be punished!!" Gareth suddenly exclaimed with a furious look on his face as he suddenly raised one of his fingers.

In an instant, a bolt of raw magical energy hurtled toward Kaelen, faster than a blink. The room erupted in gasps and murmurs as the attack came out of nowhere, catching everyone off guard.Kaelen's instincts kicked in.

Bam!!!

Crack!

His training and quick reflexes saved him as he threw up a hasty shield of mana, a translucent barrier forming just in time. The energy bolt collided with the shield, exploding into a shower of sparks and sending a shockwave through the room. Kaelen was thrown back, the force of the impact slamming him against the wall behind him.

The shield had absorbed most of the attack, but the sheer power behind it left him winded and shaken.

**Warning: HP has been reduced to 1%**

**System will shut down in 3, 2, 1....**

'Sh*t, not now....' Kaelen thought before he suddenly went unconscious.