"But I am cultivating at the academy," Prince Philip countered. "Most of the time, I won't even be in the..."
Empress Penelope waved her hand, cutting him off, her expression resolute. "You are the future ruler of Elysia. Sending you to the academy is meant to hone your strength and broaden your horizons, not to turn you into an ordinary Spirit Warrior. One day, you will become the Emperor of Elysia."
Her gaze sharpened as she continued, "At the academy, you can get to know many talented young Spirit Warriors. If you encounter those with potential, you can win them over. Most students there have promising futures, and building such connections will only benefit you later."
"That is precisely why your father and I allowed you to go to the academy in the first place," she said solemnly. "Cultivation is important, but it is not your ultimate path. Your destiny is tied to the throne. Do you understand?"
