All-Master Player Of The Academy [EN]: Chapter 281

141. Days to Pass – 1

I caught Rubellin and saved the world from crisis.

Of course, not all countries on the continent knew about this.

But even so, those who remained to help Ian were influential figures from various places.

Therefore, the story about him spread, and many began to call Ian a hero.

A hero who saved the continent.

The one who defeated the Seven Deadly Sins, felled the Magic Dragon, and absorbed the Demon King to capture the god of demons who sought to destroy the world.

Because there was such a person in the Academy, many students wanted to come to the Academy.

As if to prove it, as the beginning of the semester approached, the number of carriages entering the Academy village was much higher than usual.

Watching this, Ian spoke indifferently.

“There are really a lot.”

“It must be because your early graduation is scheduled. I heard you’re also working as a temporary instructor?”

“Am I the only one doing it? Other kids are doing it too.”

As Ian said, it was true.

Currently, the students in Advanced Class B were given the privilege of early graduation.

Of course, they could stay longer if they didn’t want to.

None of the students in Advanced Class B wanted to stay longer.

“But are the kids’ grades good enough? You need to have a certain level of grades to graduate early.”

As Ian muttered, Grajin chuckled.

The grades were sufficient.

“Our class is an unconventional class, isn’t it?”

“That’s right.”

There was a wizard who had reached the 6th Circle [a high level of magical ability], and there were several Masters [individuals who have mastered their craft].

Moreover, even the lowest level was Expert.

There was no reason not to graduate such individuals.

“Those who want to stay longer can go through the graduate program.”

Grajin picked up a new skewer.

After removing only the meat, he handed it to Myane, who happily bit into the skewer meat.

“Myam mya~ Myaa~.”

“But if they stay, they have to work as graduate students in the research and development area and take classes… who would do that?”

Grajin chuckled and said.

That was right.

Who would do that?

The sleepless city wasn’t sleepless for nothing [referring to the intense work ethic and long hours].

“I heard from the Academy village that the number of vagrants entering the Academy has increased these days.”

They can’t even wash properly, and they’re always drooping.

There were even reports of people with dark circles under their eyes walking around like zombies.

The Academy and the Academy village were where Ian, the hero who saved the world, was.

There were reports asking if it was okay for such vagrants to be in such a place.

Suspecting that they might be remnants of Rubellin, the Academy investigated internally, but their identities were researchers from the Academy’s research and development area.

After that was known, the evaluation of the Academy’s research and development area worsened.

“They pay quite a lot.”

Ian said regretfully, and Grajin nodded.

Certainly, becoming a researcher in the research and development area meant receiving much more salary than other institutions.

There was also a lot to gain.

Immediately, those who wanted the items there were famous people on the continent.

So, the position of a researcher in the research and development area, which was an opportunity to utilize those connections, was definitely a coveted position.

Of course, it would be incredibly difficult.

“But if you have the skills to enter the research and development area, you won’t care about the salary.”

“Hmm… By the way, Grajin, why don’t you think about it? They’re going to be researching artifacts starting next year.”

“Haha. I would go if it was just artifact research, but it’s not, is it? And I’ve already decided to join the Relic Society.”

He decided to become a formal archaeologist in the Relic Society.

Of course, his family wanted him to return, but not yet.

He wanted to live his own life a little longer.

“The other kids are similar.”

“Everyone’s going their own way.”

Ian infused the skewer he had finished eating with internal energy [a form of energy cultivation].

As the skewer, engulfed in flames, burned and disappeared without leaving any ashes, Myane, who had finished eating the meat Grajin had given her, quickly climbed onto Ian’s shoulder.

“It’s starting soon.”

Ian walked leisurely.

Passing through the cleanly made station and entering inside, the neat Railroad, which had been completed a few days ago, was revealed.

“They worked throughout the vacation. It’s finally completed.”

Grajin said, sitting on a bench, and Ian nodded.

Even after catching Rubellin, there was a lot of work to do.

First, the most important project, the Railroad installation.

There were no problems in the initial planning stage, but problems arose in the process of making it.

Different conditions than what was contracted.

Or monsters and bandits constantly attacking.

Every time, Ian stepped in and quickly resolved it.

Wasn’t it obvious?

If that Ian came and said he would kill anyone who interfered, what crazy people would interfere?

“The stability test is all done… there won’t be any problems, right?”

“There won’t be.”

Ian nodded and got up from his seat.

Other people were entering the station.

“Oh, Ian. You were here first.”

It was Karjid, the head of the Academy, and the instructors.

Smiling, he grabbed Ian’s arm tightly.

“I heard the story from Instructor Aranse. You decided to stay at the Academy?”

“Yes. That’s the plan for now. Well, it’s just a plan.”

“Still, that’s really great. As soon as the first semester of this year ends, you’ll be working as an instructor.”

“Yes. I’ll think about it.”

“Okay. Think about it favorably. Is there anything else you need?”

“I’ll tell you if I need anything.”

“Huhu. Good. Very good.”

He could almost hear the proud sound from the side.

Thanks to Ian, the status of Fredon Academy had increased tremendously.

Just looking at the entrance applications that came in, it was several times more than last year and the year before, and thanks to that, the headmaster’s position also greatly increased.

“I heard that heirs from each family are coming this time. In addition, one of the imperial family from the Empire is thinking of studying abroad, so I’m looking forward to it.”

“Oh. Is that so?”

“Well, it’s not a very great imperial family, but still. Anyway, that means Fredon Academy is being recognized that much.”

“And commoners are also enrolling.”

“That was your suggestion. A system to support talented commoners who can’t learn because they don’t have money.”

“Yes.”

“Those who were selected through that system have decided to enroll this time. Come to my room later. I’ll introduce them to you over tea.”

“I will.”

As Ian nodded, Grajin grabbed him.

“Hey. A system to support commoners? When did you do that?”

“A while ago.”

“Huh. You do all sorts of things. I didn’t know you would support commoners.”

“Can’t I?”

“There’s no reason you can’t.”

“It’s not my style to see people who can’t challenge or resist because they don’t have the opportunity.”

He was just offering opportunities as he always did.

As Ian said, Grajin nodded.

“Yeah. Well. But I don’t know if commoners will get along well with nobles.”

No matter how much they talk about class in the Academy, it’s grounds for disciplinary action, but they are commoners and nobles.

Can they really get along well?

As Grajin worried, Ian shook his head.

“They’ll figure it out.”

As he said it nonchalantly.

The ground rumbled.

Vibrations were felt from the Railroad.

“They’re coming. This year’s freshmen.”

“There will be those who take carriages or gates [magical portals].”

“That’s what I mean.”

It only moved in the territories where the Railroad was installed and nearby.

But the number was by no means small.

-Cheeeeeeeek!!

The train, spewing steam, entered the station.

The fast speed slowly decreased and stopped at the exact location.

“Is that the new train they made?”

“Well. You should see it as a kind of magnetic levitation train.”

“Are they using magnetic magic?”

“That too.”

In addition, countless magic and technologies were included.

The Magic Tower and the Predician family must have put a lot of thought into making that.

While talking with Grajin, the doors of the completely stopped train opened.

The people who got off from the train, which was about 30 cars long, were children wearing the Academy’s student uniforms.

Curiosity, and a little fear about the future.

Expectation for new encounters.

While the boys and girls, with various emotions mixed, were looking around, Karjid smiled and said.

“Welcome.”

“Um… Who, who are you?”

A girl with red hair asked.

But she seemed a little nervous.

Karjid smiled warmly at her.

“I am Karjid Williban, the head of Fredon Academy.”

A 7th Circle wizard and the head of Fredon Academy, who has a great influence on the continent.

The prospective students were impressed by the fact that he had come to greet them in person.

While they were liking it, Karjid lightly raised his staff.

“Now. Instead of staying here, let’s go to the Academy first.”

As they followed Karjid and the instructors, Grajin folded his arms and chuckled.

“They must be happy now. They’ll have to take the test when they get in.”

“The skill evaluation must be accurate to know how to teach them.”

“If you teach them, you can take even the lower grades straight to the upper grades.”

“There are people who can do that and people who can’t.”

Ian put his hands in his pockets.

He was only here to check the condition of the Railroad and the train.

It works well, so there’s no need to see more.

Thinking so, Ian was about to turn around when a boy got off the Railroad with his luggage, struggling.

He was a cute-looking boy with dark silver hair and blue eyes.

As he, who was about fourteen years old and wearing a student uniform that looked brand new, got off with a trunk as big as himself, Grajin wondered.

“Why is he getting off now?”

“He must have fallen asleep.”

“Didn’t the other kids wake him up?”

“Well… it could be to reduce the competition.”

As Ian said indifferently, the silver-haired boy dragged his trunk and approached Ian and Grajin.

“Excuse me. Where did all the students go?”

“They left.”

“…Ah.”

As he nodded slightly, Grajin chuckled.

“You should go quickly. You know there’s a grade determination test today, right?”

“Yes? Yes. I think I heard about it.”

“Then that’s good. Let’s go.”

As Ian said, Grajin wondered.

“Are you leaving already? I thought you were going to check the train.”

“The check is over.”

“Hya. You’re really amazing.”

The condition of the train, and even the fatigue of the Railroad.

Once he saw it, it was enough.

That’s why Ian said it as if he didn’t care, and Grajin clapped lightly.

“We’re thinking of going to the Academy too, so if you’re okay with it, let’s go together.”

As Ian suggested, the boy nodded slightly.

“Come to think of it, we haven’t introduced ourselves. I’m Grajin Urkul from Advanced Class B.”

“Ah… I, I’m glad to meet you! I’m Elda Livron, who was specially admitted this time.”

“Special admission? Ah. So you’re one of those talented commoners?”

“Yes. I don’t know what talent I have. I was recognized for magic-related things.”

As Elda nodded slightly, Grajin smiled bitterly.

Maybe the reason he couldn’t get off was the bullying that had already started.

“Well, good luck.”

“Yes? Ahaha. Yes. I have to work hard.”

He smiled brightly like the shining sun and clenched his fist tightly.

“I couldn’t look up because I was a commoner. So I got that opportunity.”

“There are overwhelmingly many nobles in Fredon Academy. But if you act up as a noble inside the Academy, you’ll be disciplined right away… so you’ll be able to seize that opportunity.”

“Yes! Thank you! Senior!”

Ian, who was watching them talk, turned his body away.

“But who is that person? Senior.”

As he dragged his trunk, he asked, and Grajin said lightly.

“Your Daddy-Long-Legs [a benefactor or mentor].”