"Alisia, you can’t enter the men’s toilet!"

Alisia felt surprised as Zeph recognized her, but without losing her composure, she first observed Zeph to determine if he was making any blind guesses, although he seemed very confident about her being Alisia, not Professor Adriannel.

She had even used Jenny’s ability to change her mana signature to match Professor Adriannel’s, but somehow got caught, leading her to ponder the flaw in her facade.

Looking at Zeph’s confidence, Alisia couldn’t help but be impressed. However, she didn’t break her facade and returned to her real self, saying, "I guess I got caught."

She looked at Zeph and spoke in Adriannel’s voice, never letting her guard down to protect her secret about possessing the transformation ability.

The main reason she didn’t use her real voice or break her facade was Thalia.

After researching Zeph’s background, she had discovered a girl named Thalia, who was also his fiancée. Digging deeper, she learned about Thalia’s obsession with Zeph.

She had checked on Thalia and realized that the girl was not stupid.

Thalia’s interest in Zeph had piqued her curiosity, and Zeph’s letter had pushed her further to gather information about him.

She at least understood that Thalia’s efforts to keep Zeph safe had likely involved some major precautions.

Not knowing Thalia’s awakened ability, Alisia was cautious, fearing that Thalia might have some surveillance power and could potentially discover Alisia’s ability to transform.

Alisia couldn’t afford to take risks in her third year, as she needed to keep her ability hidden for as long as possible.

"Of course, I did,"

Even though Alisia looked like Adriannel and sounded just like him, Zeph who had already figured out about her being Alisia, didn’t care much.

A smile formed on his face as he put his hands on his chest and slightly bowed, surprising Alisia, "What a pleasant surprise for the queen herself to come to meet this humble one"

Alisia’s face twitched at his shamelessness, especially since he was the one who had sent the letter with one of her men. Now he was acting as if she had sought him out,"You are just as I heard," to complete her sentence, she wanted to say, him being shameless but controlled herself.

Hearing Alisia’s words, the smile on Zeph’s face faded, and a flicker of glint passed through his golden pupil as he looked at Alisia. "Am I?"

Alisia had encountered many people and had seen through their facades, but right now, seeing how well Zeph concealed his emotions, she couldn’t decide if he was a skilled actor or far from naive.

"Whatever but should we go somewhere else", Zeph looked towards Alisia as felt presence of someone uninvited, doing spying on them, ’Can’t just he leave me alone for a moment’

"Ok", Alisia nodded and made her way with Zeph as both left the bathroom.

"Morning, Professor" some students looked towards Alisia as bowed and greeted while Zeph can’t help but feel the accuracy of Alisia’s transformation as even thrid year students can’t recognise her.

But he felt amused due to her situation, Alisia’s choice of Adriannel was a glaring mistake this time. It was the most obvious façade for Zeph to discern due to the distinct quality of Archmage mana that only Adriannel possessed.

While elves typically wield mana akin to divine energy, Adriannel’s mana had a uniqueness of its own.

As it didn’t meant having purity also increase density, Archmage mana was both pure and exceptionally dense, making it a trail Zeph couldn’t resist following.

In her endeavor to transform, Alisia selected Adriannel and, to further obfuscate the truth from students, employed Jenny’s unique ability to alter her mana signature.

Unfortunately, she was unaware that Adriannel’s mana deviated significantly from the norm.

Ofcourse it was not her fault, Alisia can’t be solely blamed for this predicament. Who would suspect that a mere human professor at the academy is the reincarnation of an Archmage?

The notion of a human possessing such power is indeed hard to fathom.

Consequently, even if she changes her mana signature and alters her physical appearance, obtaining that distinctive Archmage mana remains an impossible task or atleast until Jenny awakened her ability’s last stage.

Making it all too easy for Seraphina to spot the deception at first glance.

They left the grand Academy building and headed toward the nearby garden, a peaceful oasis hidden from curious onlookers.

Alisia glanced at Zeph, her mind consumed by the letter he had handed her.

Normally, she would dismiss such notes, but this one held secrets even her father was unaware of, and knowing it by a stranger was enough to stir her mind.

"Will you tell me about that letter?"

Alisia asked, her thoughts fixated on the moment the message had landed in her hands.

"Why discuss the letter now? Let’s sit down." He settled on the ground and motioned for her to join him with a carefree look.

As Alisia sat beside him, she couldn’t shake the feeling, ’Is he want to take advantage of this situation ’, but what can even she do, as he had upper hand.

She sat beside him as what she need was most important for her right now — the promise hidden within that letter.

Being so close, she can’t help but notice Zeph’s eyes, framed by long, dark lashes, their deep golden hue enhanced by the soft touch of sunlight, creating a captivating sight,’He’s quite handsome,’

Having already gathered some insights into Zeph’s strength and now recognizing his physical appeal, Alisia was left with one missing piece of the puzzle – his intellect.

Once she discerned that aspect, she would determine whether this man could truly fulfill his promise or if it was all empty words.

"What’s gotten into you? Do you think I’m handsome?" Alisia’s eyes widened before realising true meaning behind zeph’ s words as a playful smile danced across her face. "Yes, you are undeniably the most handsome person I’ve ever laid eyes on."

She maintained her gaze on him, watching closely for his reaction. After he made such a comment, she was convinced he was attempting to tease her.

It was a glimpse into his personality, but his face betrayed nothing – just the same calm smile, "I know. Everyone says that"

’He’s quite the flirt,’ Alisia noted, recognizing his ability to rile others up. She calmly observed him and remarked, "I hope you don’t believe what ’everyone’ says"

Meanwhile, Zeph was busy inside his mind,’ Seraphina, Is it still not completed?’

Seraphina subtly channeled minuscule amount of mana into Alisia’s body, patiently preparing for the future.

[Human, it’s nearly complete. Just a little more waiting.]

"Zeph?"

Alisia called out, breaking his concentration as he seemed lost in thought. He shook his head, leaving her puzzled, before he proposed, "You’re right. So, how about I give you what you want, and you give me what I want?"

Alisia narrowed her eyes, taken aback by the sudden seriousness that washed over Zeph. ’Finally, he wants something from me,’ She also felt satisfied about zeph not beating around bush, nodding in response. "Tell me what you want first, and then I’ll decide if it’s as important as my request."

Zeph while sitting on the ground, folded his legs and rested his hands on them. His gaze drifted toward the Academy building, where a woman observed them.

It was Jenny, who seemed both nervous and surprised by Alisia’s presence, as Alisia rarely made mistakes.

"I want that Woman"

Alisia’s gaze followed Jenny’s direction, briefly entertaining the thought, ’Is he lusting after Jenny’s abilities?’

However, she quickly dismissed the idea, knowing it was unlikely for Zeph to covet a woman like that, given his own charm and the companion by his side — Thalia Crimwell

Realizing that men might be greedy when it came to women but wouldn’t lower their standards if they’ve tasted something more beautiful, Alisia concluded there was more to this request. She waited patiently for Zeph to explain.

"I want Jenny’s mana-morphing abilities," Zeph stated, causing Alisia’s eyes to widen.

’He not only knew about my abilities but also Jenny’s’ After contemplating for a moment, she accepted his proposal, "Okay, I accept, but you have to obtain her abilities on your own. I won’t support you, but I won’t oppose your actions either. What do you say?"

To safeguard Jenny’s unique abilities, Alisia took great care to maintain a distance between her and any high-status males, particularly nobleman.

She understood the peril that might arise if any nobleman discovered Jenny’s extraordinary talents. 𝙛𝓻𝒆𝓮𝒘𝙚𝙗𝒏𝙤𝙫𝓮𝒍.𝓬𝒐𝙢

In such a scenario, Alisia knew that Jenny could potentially secure a noble title through marriage, as she possessed the kind of determination and resourcefulness to do whatever it took to elevate her social status.

However, Alisia harbored no resentment toward Jenny for her aspirations.

Like most commoners, Jenny was born into a world where she was constantly under the shadow of those with higher status, yearning for a chance to rise above her circumstances.

What only Alisia knew was the poignant backstory behind Jenny’s fervent pursuit of a noble title.

She was born to a slave who had somehow managed to escape with her daughter, only to succumb to a debilitating illness, leaving her child with a solemn promise — to attain a respected position and secure a better future for her offspring.

This poignant history was also the driving force behind Alisia’s decision to keep Jenny by her side.

Otherwise, she could have used a slave seal to coerce Jenny into servitude.

Alisia recognized the profound helplessness both she and Jenny faced, She was helpless due to her issues while Jenny with her’s, and in that moment, this man offered them a glimmer of hope when everything else seemed dire.

Zeph smiled, his gaze shifting towards her direction,

"You’re very kind, Alisia"