Gravity Mage with Level-Up System

Steel Family: A Fortress Under Siege

Nestled in the secluded northern reaches of the capital, the Craig Steel Wizard Family resided in an enclave as fortified as a citadel. Surrounded by a verdant expanse that gradually transitioned into a dense, impenetrable forest, the Steel Family compound was a fortress of solitude.

Its isolation was a deliberate choice, a shield against the prying eyes of the world. The area, shared with other influential wizarding families, resembled a high-security gated community, with layers of protection that would deter even the most determined intruder.

Within these imposing walls, a tempest was brewing. The tranquil facade of the Steel Family had been shattered by the explosive news emanating from the Yellow River Academy: Craig Steel, a scion of the family, had been implicated in the library incident.

The ripples of shock and disbelief spread like wildfire among the family members, many of whom were students at the prestigious academy themselves.

The revelation cast a long, ominous shadow over the Steel Family. While the exact details of Craig's involvement remained shrouded in mystery, his mere association with the incident was a catastrophe of epic proportions.

The family, known for its clandestine operations, was now staring down the barrel of exposure. Their carefully constructed image of respectability was in danger of crumbling, and with it, the delicate balance of power they had maintained.n/ô/vel/b//jn dot c//om

The elders of the Steel Family, the architects of the family's covert endeavors, were gripped by a paralyzing fear. Their carefully laid plans, their calculated risks, had culminated in this moment of reckoning.

The realization that their carefully guarded secrets were on the brink of being unveiled sent a shiver of dread down their spines. They understood that their carefully woven tapestry of lies and deception could unravel at any moment, leaving them vulnerable to the wrath of their enemies and the scrutiny of the law.

The family head, a man of steely resolve, was grappling with a dilemma of monumental proportions. Their survival hinged on a single, desperate gamble: the asylum offered by the Dean of the Royal Force Academy.

It was a high-stakes bet, a lifeline extended based on a treacherous alliance forged in the shadows. If the Dean proved to be a fickle ally, the consequences would be catastrophic. Not only would the Steel Family face prosecution for their betrayal of the Yellow River Academy, but their very existence would be threatened.

The weight of the world seemed to rest on their shoulders as they navigated the treacherous waters of survival. The Steel Family, once a formidable force, was now a house divided, a fortress under siege from both within and without.

Sudden Strike!

Before the Steel Family could initiate contact with the Royal Force Academy, a cataclysmic event unfolded above. A squadron of wizards, cloaked in the distinctive garb of the Yellow River Academy, materialized in the sky.

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However, these were no ordinary students. Their robes bore the insignia of the academy's elite special force, a stark contrast to the Wizard Hall emblems.

Led by a formidable level-8 wizard, the force rapidly deployed a complex array of sky formations, casting a magical net over the entire Steel Family compound.

In the blink of an eye, the Steel family was entombed in an impenetrable barrier, severed from the outside world. Simultaneously, ground forces encircled the compound, their presence a stark and menacing declaration of intent.

The sudden appearance of such a powerful magical force sent shockwaves through the neighboring wizarding families. Their initial curiosity transformed into terror as the gravity of the situation became apparent.

The Steel Family, once a formidable power, was now trapped, their options limited to a bloody confrontation or unconditional surrender. As news of the incident trickled through the capital, a collective breath was held. The stage was set for a showdown that would reverberate through the surrounding wizarding countries.

The Craig Family head, Rodney, and his council of elders materialized abruptly in the sky, their figures stark against the boundless expanse. Yet, an invisible barrier, a celestial blockade, prevented them from ascending further. A palpable tension gripped the group as they realized their predicament.

"What is the meaning of this?" Rodney's voice, laced with incredulity, echoed through the still air.

A figure materialized before them, cloaked in the regalia of authority. It was a level-8 wizard, their eyes gleaming with an otherworldly intensity. "You are under arrest," the wizard declared, their tone as cold as the winter's frost. A chilling pause followed before they added, "It is advisable to cooperate and return to the academy quietly. Disobedience will be met with lethal force."

Shock rippled through the Craig family. Their faces, once etched with arrogance, now contorted into a mask of fear and disbelief. The gravity of the situation was undeniable. Pleading innocence at the Yellow River Academy was a futile hope. They were trapped, cornered beasts.

With a thunderous roar that shook the very foundations of their domain, Rodney initiated a desperate counterattack. His body, once human, underwent a grotesque transformation.

Muscles rippled and expanded, his form contorting into a monstrous caricature of its former self. It was the work of Transformation Magic, a spell of immense power and risk.

His monstrous fist, a weapon of colossal proportions, connected with the celestial barrier in a cataclysmic impact.

Boom!

A shockwave, carrying the force of a tempest, radiated outward, causing the ground to tremble. Yet, the barrier held firm, its resilience a stark contrast to the fury of the attack. Rodney's face, twisted in a grimace of frustration, revealed the toll the spell was taking.

Undeterred, he unleashed another assault, his body a conduit for raw magical energy. The elders, sensing the urgency, joined the fray, their combined might adding to the relentless barrage against the impenetrable barrier.

Meanwhile, the elite squad of the Yellow River Academy observed the spectacle with detached indifference. They possessed the power to obliterate the Craig family in an instant.

However, such a move would ignite a conflict of catastrophic proportions. The Steel Family, a formidable force, would undoubtedly retaliate. Therefore, they adopted a patient strategy, biding their time and allowing the Craigs to exhaust themselves against the unyielding barrier.

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Royal Force Hall Academy

News of the Steel family's predicament reached the Dean and elders of the Royal Force Hall Academy with shocking rapidity. A heavy pallor settled over the room as the gravity of the situation sank in.

Their faces were a mask of disgust and disbelief. The Steel family, a name once synonymous with power and influence, had fallen from grace with a thunderous crash. Harsh words were exchanged, each elder expressing their contempt for the family's negligence and incompetence.

The presence of the Yellow River Academy's elite squad pointed to only one conclusion: the Steel family's dark secrets had been exposed. Without concrete evidence, apprehending a wizard family in the capital was an impossible task. The Dean's mind raced, his concern deepening as he recalled the mission he had assigned.

Then came the news of the library incident, a piece of the puzzle falling into place. It explained the Steel family's current predicament. A grim realization dawned on the Dean. "It's highly likely the secret was uncovered," he muttered, his voice low and filled with dread.

The fact that their Vincent Carey was unharmed complicated matters further. Replacing the Steel Family pawn with another pawn to eliminate Vincent Carey was now a far more challenging endeavor. A headache throbbed behind the Dean's eyes as he contemplated the dire situation. How would he explain this debacle to the Dean of the Weapon Palace and the leader of the Dark League?

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Dark League:

Old Witch Arika sat in her shadowy chamber, anticipation thick in the air. A message from the Meteor Supreme was imminent, heralding the culmination of their intricate plan. Two powerful academies were the chosen instruments for their dark purpose, and Arika was confident in their abilities.

However, the tranquility was shattered by an urgent report. The Steel family, their unsuspecting pawns, were under siege by the elite forces of the Yellow River Academy. A chill ran down Arika's spine. Vincent Carey's name echoed in her mind.

Instinct kicked in. She demanded immediate intelligence on the situation within the academy. The capital was a marketplace of secrets, where students often peddled insider information for profit. While the academies maintained a facade of control, the undercurrents ran deep.

Arika soon possessed the grim details. The news was a bitter pill. Her carefully laid plans were in tatters. The two academies had failed spectacularly, igniting a fury within her that was as cold and calculating as the heart of winter.

"It's over," Arika hissed, her voice laced with both fury and dread. "That madman will expose our secrets, triggering chaos within our ranks."

While the fate of the White Faction and the nation held little interest for her, she was determined not to abandon her carefully constructed power base without a strategic retreat.

The threat posed by the Meteor Supreme had already prompted her to devise a plan for relocating the Dark League headquarters. However, a thorough purge of traitors was imperative before any move. Failure to do so would inevitably lead to a repeat of this disastrous situation.