chapter 11
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“…I will end the congratulatory speech. Thank you to everyone who listened.”
When Leonhardt’s long and lengthy congratulatory speech was over, the strange gaze on me disappeared along with it.
The time when I met Glacia’s gaze earlier. She turned her gaze away.
But even after that, I can feel the gaze from Glacier Glacier. Once I realized it, it was clear to me that she was looking at me.
‘It’s strange.’
I don’t know why Glacia is looking at me. Perhaps the few meetings yesterday and the day before left an impression on her. Otherwise, I wondered if the saying that you can understand only by spending time with me fueled my curiosity even more.
…
The entrance ceremony that followed was mainly made up of simple words. In general, the main focus was on the attitudes needed for cadets.
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Mostly common stuff.
He wants to help the weak with his own power, use his abilities to contribute to the empire, and hope that each can shine… .
“The cadets here who entered the Grand Royal Academy! Everyone is like a shining jewel, so everyone takes great pride in their hearts… … .”
And the words that followed made me laugh out loud.
‘Everyone is a shining jewel.’
Really?
As far as I know, admission to the academy was only the first step. After entering the school, there were countless people who were struck by the differences and reality of the majority of each other’s characteristics.
It was often said to be ‘killed’.
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Most of the cadets fall into a state where they cannot advance further even within the semester, and there is no hope even after graduation.
So, how many people were wasting their time day by day staying in their class?
Right now, as far as I know, the number of cadets in the spacious auditorium is about a thousand. The capacity of each class is about 250, and in the subclasses divided within the class, such as A1 and A2, about 50 people are classified in each class.
It was said that there were so many cadets only in the ‘combat class’ that they entered this year.
In addition to that, in another space within the academy, where the space is separated, there are many years of senior cadets who will be enrolled in different years.
In addition, the academy instructor who will teach us, the facility staff in charge of various areas, as well as several knights and wizards residing in the academy in case of any unforeseen danger… … .
There were countless number of people in this academy.
It is safe to say that it is a space where all the power of the empire was put into place.
Right here at the Grand Royal Academy.
“… … Then I will finish the entrance ceremony.”
After the president’s speech, the entrance ceremony came to an end.
“It is finally over. Do you know any cafes nearby? The apple pie there is very good.”
“Apple pie? I love apple pie!”
Have you already become friends during the entrance ceremony? I got up from my seat as I watched the couple moving around.
‘I should have made a friend.’
Even as I muttered to myself, my mind was confused.
Right now, my characteristics are also characteristics, but I couldn’t live alone thinking that it was an academy.
Being able to get along well with everyone was important.
But there was nothing that bothered me.
Even though I was assigned to Class C, the average of the traits most of them have would be ‘rare traits’. Since it is the average that 99% of students enter the D-Class if they are in the Common level. As a common man, it was very strange for me to speak prematurely.
jerk.
The car was moving like that.
tuk tuk.
When I turned my head to the sudden hand tapping on my shoulder, I saw a man with short orange hair.
I’m smiling brightly with a pretty exciting impression. For a moment, I wondered what it was.
“Is it difficult for you to adapt to the academy too?”
“Uh… well, yes.”
Even though I was surprised by the sudden conversation, I wanted something.
“Then you and I are in the same situation. As you can see, I’m also in class C1. Let’s see the name, Hancheonseong…? That’s a pretty weird name. My name is David. Call me at your convenience.”
I looked at my name written on my nameplate and talked to him quite warmly, but suddenly I nodded my head.
“okay. David… .”
“Hancheonseong. Are there no other promises after you? I’m going to take a look around the academy and go to the dormitory like this. If time permits, I think it would be good to look around together.”
“No promises. Thank you for saying that.”
As I answered, things seemed to have worked out easier than I had expected.
I wanted to be alone all the time until I got my first lecture. Because a boy with a good personality approached me.
‘I’ve never heard of the name, so it’s probably an extra.’
Well, I wondered if that would be so important to being close.
“Hey. I’ve heard of the Academy’s reputation, but I didn’t expect it to be so grand and splendid from the entrance ceremony. To be honest, I’m a bit curious.”
“right. It’s rare for so many people to gather in one place.”
“Ah, Hancheonseong for something like that. Did you look a little naive? To be honest, I caught your eye right away when I was looking for someone to get to know with, but throughout the entrance ceremony, you looked around calmly.”
“That’s what… I’m usually a little intimidating.”
The car was heading towards the exit with a moderate match. Two people, Luna and Milia, were seen walking in the distance.
They seem to be having a conversation like a fish in water.
“…?”
Let’s meet again by chance.
swish.
Luna immediately turns her head, but just by that look… I feel that I’ve never been able to get to know her.
“Hey. Hancheonseong.”
Then, when David sang in a strange tone, he returned his gaze again.
“uh?”
“You are this child. Are you already looking at the female cadets?”
“no. It’s not like that… .”
“a. What are we trying to hide from ourselves? You’re seeing a pink haired girl right now. It seemed like the same C1 class as us, but instead, I heard what you said earlier. He had a very strong personality.”
I asked with a smirk, and at that moment, it was so ridiculous that I laughed.
‘Am I that girl?’
Even if someone you like will appear after that. Luna never was.
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My ideal type was a warm-hearted woman with a good personality.
“no. I just happened to see it. I’m not really interested.”
“okay? To be honest, I looked at her because I thought she was the prettiest in my class. After all, I wonder who would approach me with such a strong personality.”
I completely sympathized with David’s words that he was a little sad.
Luna Vermont.
In addition to her objectively pretty appearance, her hair color and hairstyle that stood out to anyone was quite popular.
Even now, people near her are passing by, staring at her every once in a while, but no one actually approaches her…
In a way, the role of a heroine who has no choice but to be associated with a good-natured Leonhard.
Luna’s personality was an open class among the open class.
‘By the way. What did I have to do with that woman… .’
Even if we were to live in the same class in the future, I felt like I had to avoid Luna so that there would be no sparks.
“By the way, Hancheonseong. So, what are your characteristics?”
When the question that I expected to have a conversation with David came up, I paused inwardly. Outwardly, he remained calm.
“… spear.”
“…spears?”
“yes. It’s a common trait.”
I continued talking as if nothing happened.
First of all, I wanted to be friends with you by approaching me and talking to me in a nice way. To be honest, I didn’t expect too much.
If you listen to my character and show a strange attitude, that’s the end of it.
Naturally, when I looked at David, I noticed that he blinked in surprise.
“Aren’t you a little curious too?”
Laughing, I said, “I’m over here.”
“Uh…to be honest, it was really unexpected. Of course I thought you were a rare trait. It’s a common-class spear technique… that’s a close-range class.”
“right. It’s a close range.”
As I answered specific questions, I felt it again.
In this world, there is clearly a demon of character.
In addition to the four ranks of Legendary, Unique, Rare, and Common, it was also divided according to short-range and long-range.
In general, there is a tendency to view short-range characters as low compared to long-distance traits, and in that sense, if you look at my traits, it is safe to say that they are really insignificant.
‘It’s a common, but it’s even a close-range character.’
I looked into the eyes of David, who was still looking at me as if surprised.
If you listen to me and look down at me, you won’t be able to live with me.
By the way.
David’s reaction was a little different from what I expected.
“Hey, Hancheonseong. You are really great.”
“Am I… great?”
When he looked at the first exclamation he had heard, David nodded calmly.
“You said you were close to common level. And yet, you’re in C1 class now, aren’t you? Then how strong are you?”
“What makes me strong… I’m just a common trait.”
“So. I think it’s even better. Common traits usually go to class D, right? By the way, you entered the C1 class, which is the highest among the C classes, as a common characteristic. Doesn’t that mean you’re that strong?”
Far from underestimating me. Conversely, she smiles brightly with an exclamation.
Even looking into those eyes, I didn’t feel any sign of looking down at me.
Bewildered by the reaction I had seen for the first time among those who had heard of my characteristics, I asked blankly.
“It’s the first time I’ve heard it, so I’m very surprised. So David. What are your characteristics?”
“My trait is… a trait called Focus Enhancement.”
“Enhancing concentration?”
“To be specific, it is a rare level, and to put it simply, I am the power to strengthen anything. From simple limbs and limbs like my own body, with a little more application, you can strengthen the various tools you hold in your hand. Actually, I’m still not very skilled, so it’s difficult to strengthen my tools… .”
When I smiled awkwardly at the end and blurted out my words, I was even more ridiculous.
“Isn’t that a perfect trait?”
“a. What are the good qualities of me. I’m nothing compared to kids with really good qualities.”
David shook his head shivering, I couldn’t understand more.
– Strengthen concentration.
Contrary to the name, as soon as you hear the content description. I saw the endless possibilities of that trait.
It’s really simple, but it can be seen as body strengthening. Compared to that, I would say that it is an ability that is far above that number.
You can use a certain weapon to strengthen it, or you can strengthen a tool.
It’s good for fighting on your own, or good for supporting roles.
and… .
‘You don’t look down on me with those deceptive traits?’
A car that I couldn’t understand any more.
tuk.
David’s steps suddenly stopped.
“Agar Castle.”
“Uh. Why?”
“…I think that person came to see you?”