A Genius Boy Who Was Exiled From His Family Home for “Not Being Able To Use Magic” Becomes a Witch’s Apprentice and Masters All Magic in the Right Way. This Is How You Use Your Magic, You Know?

Chapter 105.2. The Struggle Ahead

Clyde believed without a doubt

that he was the one meant to be at the center.

(I’ve watched Prince Aster up close! Closer than anyone! I’ve seen his mistakes, too. That’s why I’ve always preached the importance of cooperation over-relying on one person!)

And yet, that man ruined everything.

He’s been spreading his reckless ideology, centered around Class B, which threatens the very foundation of this nation. Why can’t anyone see that following him will lead to chaos?

His ideas are the complete opposite of mine. In other words, they’re wrong. But so many people are agreeing with him.

(Why doesn’t anyone understand? I’m the one who knows the truth. If they’d just let me handle everything, it would all go perfectly!)

──Something must be done. Yes, that thought grew stronger.

But that man is more cunning than I imagined. Like any villain, he’s good at hiding his crimes, making it hard to catch him.

“…What should I do?”

Though he was still speaking to himself, he became a bit calmer as he organized his anger.

Clyde, now slightly more composed, seriously pondered.

Everyone is being deceived by that man.

The most effective way to make them realize that is through the competition. Proving that Class B won through unfair means.

But the teachers are too incompetent to do it right. So──

(Is there some other way to substitute it?)

Yes. In the end, if I can prove that “Class B didn’t win because they were superior,” that should be enough.

There’s no need to focus solely on exposing their cheating. I need to find a way to protect our honor and show that not everyone in Class B is exceptional. For example, a special factor in Class B that isn’t their skill…

“──Haha.”

It came to him immediately.

Of course, there is. Proof that “Class B students” aren’t superior. Anyone who watched the competition would notice that irregularity.

There was someone present who was clearly beyond the capabilities of the Class B students.

“Clyde-sama?”

Sensing Clyde’s change in demeanor, one of the Class A students asked.

In response, Clyde answered cheerfully.

“That’s right. It was obvious to anyone watching. Someone who doesn’t belong in Class B. Without her, even with cheating, they never could’ve beaten Class A. There was someone who turned the tide.”

At that, the other Class A students also realized.

Feeling satisfied with their astonished gazes, Clyde confidently named her.

“──Sara von Hartman. A pitiable mage, bound by her family’s status to Class B despite her rare dual aptitudes. She was the cause of everything.”

This is the truth.

She’s a mage with rare talents and matching support abilities. Without her devoted support, the Class B students could never have won.

Therefore, her exceptional magical abilities were one of the decisive factors in the competition.

In other words──Class B won because of Sara alone, not because the other Class B students were superior.

That is the truth.

If I can make everyone understand that, they’ll see that Hermes’ training was utterly meaningless.

And proving it will be easy.

“We should bring Lady Sara into Class A. No, it’s not about ‘bringing her in.’ It’s about placing her where she truly belongs.”

Then we challenge Class B again.

Instead, yes──we could send the least skilled Class A mage to Class B. Then, we’ll crush them completely, and the foolish delusions that have taken hold of this academy will be dispelled. The Class B students’ spirits will break, and the proof of their cheating will come to light.

“Haha, that’s right. I’ve said it all along, haven’t I? She doesn’t belong in Class B. It’s absurd to be bound by family status!”

As if praising his own brilliant idea, Clyde laughed.

And this is for her own good.

She’s too kind. She’s even considerate to those losers in Class B──wasting her kindness.

That’s why Hermes has deceived her. He must have manipulated her with sweet words, taking advantage of her kind heart. Otherwise, there’s no way she, who treats everyone equally, would show special respect for Hermes.

Ah, that’s no good.

Her kindness should be directed toward more deserving people. Yes, for example──

“That’s right. It’s the role of the Class A leader to help someone who’s been unfairly evaluated!”

Convinced that he alone was responsible for saving the poor princess.

Clyde, drunk on his own sense of justice, spoke with conviction.

“If that’s decided, let’s act right away. Yes──this weekend would be good. She might hesitate at first out of kindness, but if I patiently persuade her, she’ll understand! Watch and see, Hermes. You’ve managed to escape with the Holy Maiden on your side, but your evil deeds end here!”

Driven by his obsession, hatred for Hermes, and pretense.

Thus, Clyde decided his next course of action.

──And Clyde didn’t notice.

The girl he assumed no longer cared about him, Katia, had been observing him since he started speaking.

She didn’t catch every word over the noise, but she got the gist.

“…So, that’s what you’re planning after all.”

With a sigh, she spoke and simultaneously decided on her actions for the weekend.

…And as expected, even though it was predictable, one of the plans she had looked forward to was ruined, adding yet another reason for her anger toward Clyde.