All-Master Player Of The Academy [EN]: Chapter 28

28. Removing the Competition – 2

I succeeded in creating reinforced Briden ingots during the alchemy class.

Ian organized the iron ingots placed beside him, examining their durability and elasticity.

Each of the three materials has special components, and when processed and applied to the iron, they increase its rigidity.

‘But when am I going to find all that?’

As Ian thought this, a little discouraged, Kirke reported as if she knew he would react that way.

Hearing that, Ian considered planning a visit during the upcoming holidays.

At that moment, Scranda approached him.

“Iron extracted from southern Briden ore becomes even more rigid when special materials are added. I’ll get them for you.”

“Thank you.”

He was genuinely grateful that Scranda would obtain them for him.

As Ian bowed slightly in thanks, Scranda stared at him intently.

“Why are you looking at me like that?”

“Ever thought about quitting the academy and becoming a blacksmith?”

“No.”

“Is that so? Too bad.”

As he went to check on other students, Vala exclaimed in admiration.

“Wow~ I think this is the first time Instructor Scranda has said something like that to a student.”

‘Would a dwarf even suggest a blacksmith job to a human in the first place?’

That meant he was being recognized to a significant degree.

While everyone was admiring and envying him, Vala clung to his arm.

“Make me an axe later.”

“Why are you even taking the alchemy class? Aren’t you trying to make your own weapon?”

“Sigh…….”

He picked up the split iron ingot again.

“I guess I’m hopeless. I keep trying, but it doesn’t work…….”

“Try harder. I’ll teach you again later.”

Ian comforted the sulky Vala and they headed outside together.

As they were passing the academy’s main building and heading towards the dormitory, they heard a loud commotion.

“Ha! The Fligen barony or whatever?!

“What? Do you want to die?!

Students from another intermediate class were fighting.

Then, just like yesterday, the door of the main building burst open.

“Why is that prince so busy?”

“Mya mya~.”

“Chairman Rakid is always like that.”

Unlike yesterday, neither Ian nor Myane paid much attention to him.

Regardless, Rakid walked out with a stern face, glaring at the two fighting students.

“What’s all this commotion?”

“Ah, no. Chairman.”

“It’s not that…….”

“If you want a duel, I’ll be your opponent. But fighting is not allowed.”

As he raised his sword, the students who were cursing at each other and throwing punches ran away as if fleeing.

Vala, who was watching this, felt bitter.

“How long has it been since he returned from his mission? He’s getting pushed around everywhere……. I heard the mission was tough too.”

“What kind of mission was it?”

“It was a demon subjugation. There’s a territory called Fordo in the Evol Kingdom, and a demon contractor appeared there.”

So, the Solar Order [a religious organization dedicated to fighting demons] requested assistance from the academy to subjugate the demon together.

“The academy is affiliated with the Solar Order, so they believe all demons must be annihilated. To do that, they need strong people.”

“I guess. Masters in the upper class or high-circle mages would be a great help.”

Walking into the cafeteria, Vala agreed with his words.

Inside were Blanche, Haryun, and Oerina.

They waved at the two of them.

Vala, who received a signal to have dinner together, ordered Course A, which was full of meat, and continued speaking.

“The upper-class missions are often monster or demon subjugation.”

“There are quite a few countries and organizations supporting the academy. They want to be repaid in some way.”

There is no such thing as a free lunch.

If they provided support, they would naturally want something in return.

However, since there are many countries and families associated with the academy, it would be difficult to call on them for politically sensitive battles.

But dealing with monsters or demon contractors is different.

That’s why they probably request support whenever these problems arise.

“Isn’t this exploitation? We didn’t come to the academy to work.”

“Well, they get compensated accordingly. I heard the chairman received a Solar Stellar Stone as compensation this time.”

“That’s a bit envious.”

“Hahaha. Then you should join the student council.”

“I’ll pass on that.”

As the two who were talking sat down, Haryun, who had been waiting, smiled.

“Ian. Do you need a Solar Stellar Stone?”

“It would be nice to have one.”

“Hmm…… Should I try to get one…….”

Not only Haryun but also Blanche is seriously contemplating.

Oerina, who was watching them, giggled.

“Ahaha. Ian, it must be nice to be so popular?”

“Should I sign an autograph?”

“No autographs needed…… I’ll give you some information for your sake.”

She gave a refreshing smile and winked.

“You know about the incident that happened last night, right? Chairman Rakid personally offered a reward today in connection with that. The reward is a Solar Stellar Stone.”

Hearing that, Ian grinned.

‘I’m glad I raised him well.’

‘I let him go yesterday without catching him, and he grew up so well.’

Now, all that’s left is to pick the ripe fruit.

“In the name of my grandfather, I will catch that guy. Definitely.”

“What did your grandfather do? Was he a detective?”

“I heard he was just a regular nobleman?”

“……That’s it?”

“What were you expecting?”

Before anyone else can take the lead, I need to catch him, including the evidence.

As Ian was about to get up, he heard a voice full of arrogance behind him.

“Oh. You’re trying to get involved in that incident? Is this you saying you want to compete with me?”

Ian turned around.

There stood a silver-haired, glasses-wearing pretty boy.

“Who are you?”

“I’m Helid Beridan from Intermediate Class C.”

He slowly pushed up his crystal glasses.

Ian looked at him and realized.