Spoiler: Read at Your own Risk

They walked among the buildings belonging to the Tower.

Chu and the others followed Mr Thomas into the large courtyard.

On both sides were benches provided for the visitors. At one end was a short stone platform with a large desk. Opposite this end was a huge stone wall with scarecrows stuffed with hay and two large archery targets with large bullseye painted on them.

Chu moved like a country boy as he swiveled his head taking in his surroundings.

Those sophisticated and noble children within the crowd openly showed their disgust at such rude and uneducated upbringing.

Unfortunately they were too distraught to voice their thoughts. This was because at his side was an even vulgar individual. That thing was spinning his head like a top as if he came down a mountain after years of isolation.

Worse yet his drool from gawking unabashed at the younger ladies was raining unrestrained from his open mouth.

'Who ARE these untrained children?'

'And why the heck is that thing winking at me?'

A loud cough brought everyone's attention to the stage. At some point an old man with a beard had ascended the platform.

"Chu is he like the Rapunzel story you once told us about?"

"My esteemed audience, I now introduce one of our most prominent Elders from the Frost City Tower Mage branch. Elder Norivak has been the bulwark of the Tower Mages in the north, keeping the demons at bay. We are fortunate since he has decided to grace us even with his busy schedule.

After this demonstration he has to return to Frost City, the Tower cannot spare someone of his skill and power for even a second. One day if you are fortunate you may become part of the Tower Mages and gain fame like Elder Norivak."

Chu looked around hoping to spot this famous Elder. Even in the Adventurer's Guild this Elder's name was mentioned. He was supposed to the one of the most skilled combat Mages for Frost City.

Among the Mage Apprentices and Elders standing on one side of the stage some shuffling could be heard. Soon the crowd standing there parted, allowing an old man to make his way forward.

An old man who could only be found in an antique geriatric home made his way on stage. Chu could swear every movement was accompanied by the sound of old bones creaking and rubbing.

His mouth could only remain open as he gawked at the famous figure.

The person at his side was not so reserved.

"Pfttt!..."

The spray of saliva whetted those standing reverently at the front from the seats out of respect.

Slap, Slap, Slap!

"I humbly apologize for my cousins behavior. He suffers from a terminal illness that has left him with the mind of a fool. His last wish before becoming senile was to gaze on the face of one of our legendary protectors."

Chu bowed a full ninety degree apology while giving a tearful apology.

Luckily those in attendance were avid fans of the Elder. Instead of being roasted alive, their hostile gazes turned to one of pity. A servant from an old nobleman even came asking if they wanted a front row seat.

Chu declined the offer very respectfully while thanking the servant with a few silvers.

'Thank the heavens only a few people heard this bastard, good thing most of them took the time to stand in respect thus muffling the sound. He shot a glare at Ming before turning his attention to the stage.

Elder Norivak coughed a few times as he struggled to resist being choked by his own saliva. After some time it seemed like he had warded of death for the umpteenth time.

"My time is short"

Came the hoarse sound.

'Sure got that one right'

Flashed across Chu's mind.

"I will begin with the most dangerous and destructive magic in our Tower. Many a demon beast have fallen prey to this spell. Luckily for them it can only be cast twice a day by a skilled Mage."

As Elder Norivak hobbled to the front of the stage and began chanting, the first Elder acting as the MC spoke up.

"This is a once in a lifetime event, Elder Norivak is going to cast the advance Fireball spell. It is said that this spell is the quickest and most destructive spell within the Tower. Elder Norivak's Fireball is said to reach the pinnacle of power!"

'Shit!'

Chu looked around at the area that was about the size of a quarter football field.

'Is this old bat really going to cast a Fireball? Does he want to take all of us with him before he kicks the bucket?'

Chu started to back away while the majority of spectators were squeezing for a place in front. He tried to drag Ming and the others, but they were completely sandwiched between this excited crowd.

During his attempts he had stood on the bench and now had an unrestricted view of the stage.

There Elder Norivak was still chanting like a madman who knew no tomorrow.

About five minutes after a yellow glow burst out from his right palm and slowly turned into a fiery ball. This ball grew until it was the size of a soccer ball before the old man used his left hand and pointed to a scarecrow target.

"By the heavens, Elder Norivak just used the famed tracking Fireball. Unless the target moves from its position the Fireball will never miss!"

Chu's mouth dropped as the Fireball fell off Elder Norivak's hand and proceeded to roll along the ground like a bowling ball thrown by a child.

The 'Fireball' finally struck one of the scarecrow bursting into flames about two feet in diameter. It then took its sweet time burning the dummy.

The crowd roared and applauded in appreciation.

"What the fuuck is thiss!"

Chu gawked.