Chapter 20:Departure
Grey spent time with Martha, but he had already gotten used to always training. So after 3 days, he had to go train. Martha shook her head when she saw this.
She knew he wouldn't be comfortable staying this long without doing anything. Fortunately, he didn't spend all day training like he usually does. He would only spend approximately 4 hours training before heading back home.
He encountered the representative from the Starlight Academy when he was returning from his training.
"You can still change your mind, you know," He said to Grey
"I've already made my decision. Thanks for the invitation though" Grey declined politely. Grey wanted to continue his journey but was blocked again by the representative.
"The Lunar Academy isn't even in the top 3 in terms of strength. We've dominated the empire for years now" He said proudly.
Grey knew what he said was right, but he didn't care about it. He liked how Senior Chris presented himself, this, in turn, made him have a good impression of the Lunar Academy.
Grey had never been the haughty type, and he had learned a lot during these 4 years he was not able to awaken his element. He knew more about human nature also.
"You will regret this decision of yours," The representative said coldly before leaving.
"You know where dad is?" Grey asked in a surprised tone.
"Actually, I would have gone with him if not for you. You were the only reason keeping me here. Now since you're about to go to the Academy, I'll be able to go freely without worrying about you" Martha said while caressing Grey's cheek.
Grey thought about it and felt it was the right decision. Staying here wouldn't bring her anything.
"So, how will I find you," Grey asked. He wanted to know where they were so in case he wanted to go find them, it would be easy.
"Don't worry about us for now. I'll send you a message when I get there. Just focus on your cultivation for now" Martha reassured Grey. She wanted him to focus fully on his cultivation. He has already fallen behind, so he needs to fully focus on his cultivation.
"Okay mom, but don't forget to send me the message, so I won't get worried about you" It has already been so long since he heard from his father, if his mother was added, it would be devastating for him.
Chris came after some time, "Grey, are you ready" he asked.
"Yes," Grey replied.
"Okay, come with me" Chris replied before going out of the house, heading in the direction of the city gate.
Grey hugged Martha before walking out. He stood outside and looked at the house for some time before following in the footsteps of Chris. When they passed through the city gates, Grey suddenly felt nostalgic. He couldn't help but taking another look at the city he had stayed in all his life. When he looked back, he saw Martha standing not too far from him with tear filled eyes.
A new phase of his life was about to begin.