"Many mages believe that there is no need to invest too much effort in learning the languages of other races, as modern magic incantations can be chanted using standard human common language, and indeed, this is the case."
"But in my personal opinion, learning the languages of other intelligent races is essential for a mage. It helps us understand the essence of magic more deeply, grasp its specific structure and operational logic, and also aids the learner in seeing the world more clearly, preventing the unchecked growth of a certain emotion called arrogance..."
As the class entered its normal teaching routine, Evelyn transformed from a predatory, assertive older sister figure into a dignified and elegant lecturer.
The stark contrast in her persona almost made Astrid doubt whether the linguistics professor before her and the mature woman who had repeatedly teased her earlier were actually two completely different people.
