I Noticed That It Was an Academy After 10 Years

159.I Have Work to Do (1)

The day after I left the secret library, the first thing I did was talk to Principal Merlin.

There was a lot to discuss, including the story of the secret library. As soon as we sat down across from each other, we talked a lot. From the structure of the secret library to the story of rewards. I told everything without telling a single lie.

Not only was I not someone to be deceived by lying, but an explanation was essential if I was going to entrust the grimoire I brought with me. But Principal Merlin shook his head, pushing back the grimoire I gave him.

“You should keep this.”

“But Merlin…”

Even though I pushed him to take it twice, Principal Merlin refused and pushed the grimoire back. I guess it’s because there’s something that’s bothering me. I had no choice but to ask Principal Merlin the reason.

“What is the reason?”

“The first principal’s grimoire, it’s definitely an interesting item. But this isn’t just something that deserves donations. Didn’t Andras give you permission to own this book?

No matter how much a treasure it is, if it is not in the hands of the right owner, it is nothing more than an antique.”

…Are you saying that I will not receive recognition as the owner of this book?

But I don’t really need it either. I also have it in Rue. Even if it were a grimoire that grants three wishes, it would have the opposite effect if not used properly, so I wanted to keep it sealed in a deep place.

“…I don’t need this grimoire either.”

“Still, keep it. “Wouldn’t there be something to write about someday?”

“…I understand first.”

If you keep refusing. I put the old grimoire into my bag. Either hand it over to a black market auction or find a way to use it in a small way later.

“Then I will skip this story.”

“So join us. “You found it, so you can use it.”

It’s rather suspicious that they handed it over so obediently. I looked intently into Principal Merlin’s eyes. The eyes of the wise man who had lived long enough and mine became intertwined in the air. Still, I was the first to say that it was a funeral will.

“Principal. “I understand that the secret library will not be handed over so easily.”

“Anyway, no one but you can enter. And, wasn’t it ultimately Andras’s arrangement that revealed the secret library during this period?

Even if the contents inside are taken out and transported outside, there will be few people who will understand them, so it is better to use them to develop talented people.”

Does it mean that the discovery of secret archives during this period must have a deep meaning?

Perhaps because he was a wise man, I felt like he had a good understanding of what was going on in the world.

As he said, this was a very confusing time.

A time when cultists run wild like fish out of water.

So, you probably think that nurturing outstanding talent should be the top priority. Those are the students I’m attracting now.

The brightest students of the Faculty of Magic. Ace Lewis, a first-year student in the Department of Prosecutors. Viola, an alchemist with a promising future, and Carina, a saint. Milia is…Uh, let’s call it a mascot.

Anyway, it seemed a bit artificial, but now that talented people had gathered around me, Principal Merlin seemed to be pushing me hard.

“Can I ask you one favor to help me out?”

“Hmm, let’s listen first.”

There was only one favor I had to ask Principal Merlin.

“The Church of Harpas. “I hope you can get as much information about the Harpas Church as possible.”

A curse embedded in Karina’s heart.

The clue to breaking the curse must be in the Church of Harpas.

Principal Merlin nodded his head willingly at my words.

“I’ll try my best.”

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“John! Look at this!”

“Is it a report card?”

Millia shoved her report card at me like she was bringing home a letter from a school trip. When I think about it, the red-haired Dullahan standing in front of me and staring at me was a guy with a passion for learning.

She went to the secret library and worked so hard to get a high score on the midterm exam, which started three weeks later.

“Huh! It’s a report card! “I brought it to show Yohan first!”

“Oh my, it looks like it’s already time for the report card to come out. “Did you bring mine too?”

“Yes!”

Karina, who was drinking tea in front of me, smiled and took the envelope from Milia.

“Unfold it quickly! I’m curious!”

“Okay, so don’t fuss. “This is the first time in my life I’ve seen a person fuss over report cards… “

Are you passionate about learning, or have you been living in a dungeon for so long that you have no sense of this? I carefully opened the envelope and took out the report card. The report card was made of pure white paper with a luxurious feel.

Let’s take a look.

I opened the report card and checked Milia’s second semester midterm exam score.

“…The history of the continent is number one.”

“Hehe.”

You asked so hard. At my muttering, Milia stretched out her chest and smiled, full of pride. An honest guy.

“Well done.”

Then, let’s look at the grades for the next lecture.

“7th place in basic math, 4th place in advanced imperial language, 5th place in basic administration, 8th place in etiquette and grammar, 4th place in monster ecology, 8th place in international relations… Milia. “How many first-year students in the liberal arts department are there in total?”

“Uh…Leon, Shion, Karin, Rize…And Sena…”

Millia began listing the names of liberal arts students one by one in front of me. When I listened to all the names listed, it seemed like there were about 30 people.

“…You worked hard.”

I studied hard, reading the books I brought from the secret library, and in the end, I got good results. I said, stroking Milia’s head to compliment her.

“Well done.”

“Milia, are you smart?”

“Hi-Hi. Thank you! “Can I also look at Karina’s report card?”

“What about my report card?”

Karina looked at Milia with her eyes wide, as if she was embarrassed by her asking her to see her her report card her her her. She’ll be surprised if you ask her to show you her report card.

Still, Karina quietly opened the envelope in front of us, as if she had no intention of rejecting Milia’s request.

“I’m a little embarrassed, so please don’t stare at me like that…”

“Hey, Karina, you usually read a lot and study hard, right? She must have gotten good grades.”

When did you come back?

I waved lightly at Lennie, whom I felt like I hadn’t seen in a long time, and asked her as she approached me with her arms crossed.

“Is it time for a break?”

“The matter is settled. It’s a bit of a festival, so I’m having a bit of a headache, but… “

“Festival?”

“Okay. Normally, after the midterm exams, there is a feast day for St. Sabrina. “It’s a three-day event, but since it’s held throughout the city, a lot of fun things are done.”

“Have you ever been there?”

“When I was young, I worked for a short time because they hired additional security… It was quite fun.”

“I see… I guess I can serve as a guide.”

“Guide station?”

Leni looked at me as if asking what I was talking about. When I made eye contact, Lennie scratched his cheek and avoided my gaze.

Why is it like that?

“Did they just want to send us away? “We should go together at the festival.”

Could it be that he was planning to stay at Yeomyeonggwan again and take care of administrative duties? Looking at Lennie’s expression his his his, I was half convinced.

“Karina, I don’t have to do that… “

“Why, let’s go together!”

“No, but it still happens…”

“It’s okay to take a day off.”

It looks like Karina also wanted to see the festival with Leni. I was lost in thought as I watched the two people persuade Lennie step by step.

That’s right, because the word festival came to mind.

A martial arts competition held to commemorate the Feast of Saint Sabrina. Incidents that occur in competitions in which not only students but also outsiders can participate. And the winner.

It was a must-attend event to check the main character’s specifications and receive a winning reward, but unfortunately I will not be able to participate. I planned to enjoy the festival together with Karina.

There were things that had to be escorted anyway, but the incident was supposed to revolve around Karina.

Especially martial arts competitions.

The winner of the martial arts competition was to receive her prize directly from Karina. That’s not all. A play about the adventures of the first saint and warriors, a magic demonstration event, or an alchemy demonstration event.

As it was a festival named after the first saint, Karina was planning to run around frantically throughout the festival, so I, as her escort her knight her her, was also destined to run around the academy frantically. I can enjoy the festival in my own way, but what about Karina?

“Karina, are you okay? You must be very busy during the festival…”

“Huh? “Then you can’t watch the festival with Karina?”

“Yeah…Maybe.”

“Karina’s position means that she is busy. “She can’t hang out with me.”

Millia looked up at me with an expression of uncertainty. Since I was Karina’s escort, she had a look on her face that reminded me that she often shares schedules with Karina, so I couldn’t help but shake her head.

“I also have to follow Karina around. Unfortunately, I don’t think I will be able to see the festival.”

“Well, then can’t I follow along too?”

“…I guess I will often encounter high-ranking people. This may not be a fun place to be, but is it okay? I would rather enjoy the festival with friends.”

“Okay…I want to enjoy the festival together…”

“Still, we will be able to see the fireworks festival held at night together.”

“Really?”

I really wanted to go with you. I instantly smiled as I saw Milia’s eyes sparkling with joy.

It’s a festival…

There must be a lot of work to do before that.

I put down the teacup and stood up.

“Then I will go to the studio for a moment.”

Because I had work to finish.