NOVEL WEB Chapter 25.1
Stage 1-25. The Man Who Will Become A Hero Of The Future
“I wish to challenge Crown Prince Arnia to a duel.”
A chill runs down my spine as his gaze pierces straight through me.
A symbol of justice that will never bend—Ouga Vellet.
How does someone even come up with the idea of picking a fight with the Crown Prince just for a mere childhood friend?
But I did not doubt that Verrett would do it.
He personally ensured a place for Riche, a commoner.
He went out to a rundown countryside, rescuing children from an orphanage, and even provided aid so they could become independent.
Fearing the decline in public order, he established security squads by sending skilled personnel on patrols across the region.
These actions were utterly unthinkable for a noble.
The only conceivable reason he could take such steps?
A sense of justice.
His holy heart seems to drive him to not tolerate any form of evil.
Recently, his name has been the talk of the students, but I’ve also heard bad rumors—things like “He’s just after fame” or “He’s secretly pocketing large sums of money.”
But even a moment’s thought reveals such claims are nothing more than jealousy-fueled lies.
Despite being hailed as a ‘Savior,’ he remains humble, showing no signs of being interested in fame.
And as a duke’s heir, why would he bother with the paltry amounts he could squeeze from commoners?
I bet on his sense of justice.
And I won.
“Yes. As student council president, I will accept your request.”
I smirk to myself.
Everything is going according to plan.
The teacher will be pleased, too.
Using the Crown Prince as bait, we can find out if that fool from Borbond’s testimony is true.
I’ll be able to witness Magic Cancel firsthand.
In that sense, this whole incident was incredibly convenient for goading him.
“B-But there’s no way the Crown Prince would accept…”
Revetzenka’s concern is valid.
But, this time, without a doubt—
“No, he’ll accept. Because it’s me, the ‘loser.’”
Just as he says.
In general, the magic that erases other magic—the professor has provisionally named it [Magic Cancel]—is not yet widely known.
We haven’t even fully grasped the technique.
Crown Prince Alnia may not be the best, but as a member of the royal family, he’s still highly skilled.
And with his high pride, there’s no way the Crown Prince would shy away from a duel with Verrett, whom he sees as beneath him.
Though, that’s not the only factor.
“Well then, let’s hear your demands should you win.”
The duel system is a hallmark of our academy.
Everything is determined by magical ability. It’s a rule that exists precisely because status doesn’t matter.
The rules are simple.
The loser must accept the winner’s demands.
Anything can be wagered—status, money, knowledge, even one’s body, lover, or fiancée…
As long as both parties agree, anything goes.
“Student Council President Milfonty. I have a question… Can I give Karen the right to make the demand?”
“What!?”