"Many flaws are not to be mentioned in such secret techniques, and back then, in the experimentation process, numerous tragedies occurred, which resulted in the Federal Officials issuing warnings and penalties. Afterward, they seldom taught the core secret techniques."
After introducing several academies, Mrs. Heather finished writing the letter of recommendation, put down her pen, and set it aside.
"If you say other academies have declined for various reasons, 'Mountain Delicacy Bamboo Academy' is The Otherkind—it's a new faction that has risen in the last 200 years."
"Before the civil war, Jade Skirt was a planet with a beautiful environment. It was also known in the Elvish language as 'The Emerald-Colored Lotus Skirt' because of its reputation. At that time, all kinds of fruits, flowers, and ingredients produced on the planet were very popular within the Federation and were considered high-end products."
"This attracted many foodies and chefs to Jade Skirt. Initially, many of them were based in the capital's Northern Star District."
"Later, when the civil war broke out, the planet shifted towards heavy industry. With the extensive environmental destruction, many high-end ingredient sources disappeared. Eventually, the Northern Star District was dissolved. Disheartened, many foodies and chefs followed the government's arrangements and settled here in today's Northern First District."
"Due to the loss of the previous environment, the subsequent chefs could only find new recipes and methods from the common and remaining quality ingredients. It was then, either out of commiseration or the rare chance to find a kindred spirit to confide in, that these gourmets and chefs gradually came together."
"At first, it was just gatherings; later, they formed a club specifically dedicated to cooking and creating delicious things."
"Then, the things they concocted gradually gained popularity. Not only did their reputation grow, but so did their financial resources, which allowed them to emerge from the shadows of those times."
"Feeling the benefits of such exchanges and collaborative research, they entertained the idea of building a school, which is how 'Mountain Delicacy Bamboo Academy' came into being."
"This academy is probably the easiest to persuade. They are pure chefs and gourmets. Edith Academy should be able to help them acquire plenty of the high-end ingredients they crave, and they will readily agree to any proposals for alliance."
"Lastly is the Five Colors, Seven Wounds Academy. This one comes from an old but small Transcendent Faction, with secret techniques that include a colored smoke that allows people to see illusions and experience extreme immersive sensations, as if in a dream."
"Doesn't this remind you of the 'Phantom Crystal Mist' used in immersive movie pods? You're right, this is a product developed from the secret techniques of that faction. However, they haven't had much else to show for, and it's been over 800 years since their technology was developed; it has become quite advanced and has little room for improvement. Their patent revenues have also significantly diminished over time."
"Afterward, in their attempt to develop a new mode of practice, they turned to using toxins. However, compared to their previous 'Phantom Crystal Mist,' this path has become much narrower and modest, and they have gradually become mediocre."
"These are some of the more prominent schools in the northern colleges, each with its own circumstances. If Tilan is going to visit, she should be prepared psychologically." Mrs. Heather picked up her tea and took a sip. The butler also finished sealing the letter of recommendation and handed it to Tilan.
"Regardless, I still thank you, Mrs. Heather." Tilan took the letter of recommendation, bowed in thanks.
Before, she had only heard of these names, but today she learned of the history and twists behind them. While there were quite a few surprises, she also felt a surge of anticipation and curiosity. She wanted to see what these academies with their own histories and experiences look like nowadays.