chapter 30
30 – 6. Is this a class?
“5 out of 8 students in the special job class passed….
Headquarters installed on the plains halfway up the mountain.
At the command post, Instructor Scarlett Redfield burst out laughing.
I was prepared to roll in the mountains for about a week, but I came here in only one day, and even less than a few hours.
It was obviously a miscalculation, but it was a pleasant miscalculation nonetheless.
Redfield, leaning on his long sword as a walking stick, glanced over the five students in front of him with an amused look.
“Princess Kim Eun-ha, Lucas Arthur, Rain Arthur, Liu Yan, and finally Namgoong-min.”
“””””yep!”””””
“There are many things I want to ask, but let’s ask just one.”
With a really funny look, and at the same time a really absurd look.
Redfield looked in Liu Yan’s direction.
“Liu Yan.”
“yes.”
“That……Common sense, do you think jeeps are allowed?”
“…….”
stumble on it
No, if you think about it, of course… … is it a question? But what could it be?
“Liu Yan, I know that jeep is an artifact you took out.”
“……That’s right.”
“Shouldn’t I have just taken out a special plane? If it flew, it would have been an obstacle and I could have just come.”
uh? That’s right. I didn’t think of that.
… … Well, come to think of it, if it flew, you didn’t even know the hint like an arrow, right? A jeep was also the right choice.
I looked at Liu Yan, who was standing next to me, with eyes that said it was a good choice.
Like in the car earlier, Liu seems to be going back and forth a bit.
“Um, Namgoong Min?”
“Ah, yes. Instructor.”
“Judging from Liu Yan’s reaction, I think it’s you who talked about the jeep.”
“That’s right!”
“……I’m going to ask the same question as before, but do you think jeeps are allowed?”
“Yes, of course.”
Isn’t it obvious?
For some reason, it seems like Rio, Kim Eun-ha, and Artur siblings are looking at me in fear.
Why are you like this when you guys have been riding well?
Instructor Redfield, who seemed at a loss for words at my confident answer, soon regained his senses and looked at me as well.
“The reason is?”
“There are three.”
“There are 3… you mean? Tell me.”
If you really want an explanation
“First of all, it wasn’t prohibited.”
“You mean that?”
“The instructor just told us we had to reach the target, but he didn’t put any prohibitions or restrictions on the process.”
“That’s true, but isn’t the jeep a story out of the realm of common sense?”
Well, this is not wrong either.
It’s funny that the academy talks about common sense.
“If you were going to follow that common sense, Lily Whiterose senior wouldn’t be here.”
“…….”
“Didn’t you tell me that it’s not an individual match, but a team match?”
“……Ohh.”
At first, Instructor Redfield’s reaction was that this was bullsh*t, but he nodded his head as if he was interested in what I said next.
You’re saying there’s no problem talking more, right?
“I saw obstacles while driving up. There were artificial monsters and seniors who were clearly higher level than us, as well as higher level magic barriers and traps.”
“If it’s a special job class, it’s a natural ordeal.”
“If the placement of those obstacles had been rational, it would have been.”
The artificial monsters that could only beat the princess or the hero with a one-to-one score were camouflaged under trees or bushes, and the seniors dug into the ground to hide.
Even if you stick to it from the front, you’re unlikely to win, but you’re even surprised? Are there many more of them than we do?
Then it’s not a class, it’s just bad.
“I counted them on the way. 24 artificial monsters, 7 seniors including Lily Whiterose, 31 magic barriers, and 52 traps.”
“……You counted them one by one?”
“Of course, Princess.”
It wasn’t too difficult to use <Observation>.
Even that number was only in the direction we came up, so if you add it to the entire mountain, it’s well worth twice as much.
“I assure you, at our current level, we cannot break through them alone.”
“How do you assert that?”
“The <Hero> is also struggling somewhere, that’s proof.”
<Hero> is a cheat key that goes beyond the 1st year of the academy and does not have any problem even if you attach it to the level of a decent 3rd year.
If such a hero still hasn’t arrived, it’s proof that no one else can penetrate it alone.
“This is our first class. We haven’t been trained to grow our jobs at the academy, and we haven’t heard any hints or strategies. If we were thrown into this environment without any mention, of course, the premise that everyone should cooperate should have been laid. .”
“hmm.”
“But he didn’t. As a result, Prince Kim Seong-il, the warrior, and the saint started to act individually. We almost split up immediately.”
So you shouldn’t mention common sense.
If we are separated from this mountain, how will we meet again? You really didn’t mean to roll the class for a few days, right?
There is still one step left.
“Finally, didn’t you say that we would grow our profession through actual combat?”
“It did.”
“The combat classes like <Imperial Family>, <Mage>, and <Psychic> will definitely grow. Let’s say my <Fortune Teller> also grows, but what about <The Wealthy>?”
<Daebuho> is just a job to make money. It’s not that I’m doing business, but I just have to say that I can see expensive things with my eyes.
How do you grow it here? If you give me money, maybe I’ll give you a hint.
“It can be said that the growth of <The Great Man> in the actual battle is extremely minimal.
“so?”
“Then, of course, we have to make use of the characteristics of the rich man. Spending money, using artifacts.”
If you play as <The Great Wealth> in the game, the use of artifacts is absolutely essential.
<The Wealth> is the weakest of the professions next to <Fortune Teller> in terms of physical ability, so he made up for his lack of combat skills with artifacts.
In fact, while playing <The Great Wealth>, there were no sanctions for using artifacts during tests or daily life.
… … It’s not like it’s a game, right? The other day, I was dragged away while digging up a flower bed, so it’s unlucky for nothing.
“Writing artifacts is the way to grow as a <big man>?”
“Artifacts are basically disposable, and that jeep is no different. Wouldn’t using an Artifact in class create a need to earn more money the more you use it?”
Do you think it’s forced? Forcibly right.
However, in the first place, Liu Yan did not enter the romance academy normally. It was forcibly created through huge donations.
Of course, from the academy’s point of view, there is no such thing as a curriculum that fits the <big man>, and instead, the use of artifacts is allowed as an exception.
Originally, it was a story that would come out only after the first year final exam, but there is no problem even if the use of the artifact is quickly permitted.
If this is the case, it’s a bonus that Liu can play an active part during the midterm exam.
“……That sounds like an interesting story, Namgoong Min.”
“It’s too much praise.”
“Anyway, for those three reasons, the jeep… so you’re saying there’s no problem with using artifacts, right?”
“yes.”
“I say yes, Liu Yan.”
“………Ah yes?”
After hearing my well-thought-out explanation, Instructor Redfield smiled and looked back at Rio, who was dazed by something.
Liu followed him and looked at me… … how to say
He had a very complicated expression.
“Don’t you think that’s a reasonable story?”
“…”
Instructor Redfield also knows the deal between Rio and the academy.
That’s why my somewhat far-fetched story is wrapped up as reasonable and I’m recommending it to Liu.
An unspoken meaning that the use of the artifact is permitted.
Liu would have understood that.
“………yes.”
She seemed to be thinking of something else.
Like I just can’t understand.
while staring at me
*
“You worked hard, Namgoong Min. Let’s take a break today… Let’s have time to talk about the promise we made last time.”
“It’s an honor, Princess.”
“In the end, it ended quickly. Thanks to you, fortune teller.”
“No. If it wasn’t for Mr. Lucas, everything would have been blocked by the barrier.”
“That sounds nice… I’m sorry but I don’t want to see that lunatic again, so let’s go back first.”
“You worked hard.”
“Namgoong……Min, you worked hard……uh.”
“hahahaha, Mr. Lane suffered the most. I hope you have a good rest today.”
Princess Kim Eun-ha, Lucas, and Rain left first.
Since it was said to be a break until the hero, the saint, and Prince Kim Seong-il pass, I should be able to rest comfortably.
I, who was waving to those who were moving away, turned my attention to the presence I felt next to me.
“Ah, Mr. Liu. You worked hard!”
“……Hey, fortune teller.”
“yes?”
“Why did you do that?”
“Are you talking about using artifacts?”
“Yeah kid.”
When I asked this openly, I answered a little… … It’s a shame.
I have to say though… … ?
“Mr. Liu, if you keep going like this, you’ll be at the bottom of the special job class. Are you okay?”
“what?”
“That’s right. Other than that level, there is no one Mr. Liu can defeat by force, and as I said before, it is difficult to grasp the career growth of <The Wealth>. Then you will be close to last in the midterm or final exam, right?”
“…….”
In an instant, Liu’s expression rots.
Yes, life in the academy isn’t my goal, but if you say you’re the last, of course you’ll get angry and pissed off.
Especially if you are someone who has a strong desire to compete like Rio.
“That’s why we got permission to use the artifact. For Mr. Liu.”
“For me…?”
for me
Liu said… … He seemed shocked.
just a little embarrassing.
“Hey, fortune teller bastard.”
“yes.”
“Don’t you know what I’m called by that b*tch?”
Liu says. Somewhat emotionally, as if something was crying.
It’s like pulling out worn-out insides.
“Suspicious b*tch, she always does. Don’t you know me?”
“I know.”
“Then don’t you know that I suspected you and investigated you, intentionally pretended to be friendly and approached you, and questioned you in the car earlier?”
“Of course I know.”
“I know, but why the hell? Why?”
Doubt. It’s never a good feeling from the point of view of being hurt.
There will be no one who wants to be close to the opponent who doubts my actions and words.
A kind of defense mechanism to prevent someone from approaching and not to approach oneself.
That’s Rio’s mental illness and underlying psychology.
“This baby, honestly. What do you want? Or information?
“Mr. Liu.”
“Which side did you send it from? The Lions Club? The Red Army faction? Or the Revold Corporation? Or that b*tch?”
“Mr. Liu.”
“say.”
“Mr. Liu.”
“Tell me!!!”
hump, hump.
Liu, who poured out words without breathing, looked at me with ferocious eyes.
… … Now, I think I know a little bit about what Liu Yan feels for me.
she is exhausted
To me who couldn’t come up with anything no matter how much background investigation I did, to the fortune teller who was unnecessarily excellent at divination, and to Namgoong-min who continued to treat me harshly but without hesitation.
I’m tired of doubting.
“Mr. Liu.”
“What the hell are you! What are you approaching me for! Just tell me and I’ll listen! Me too—”
──I want to stop doubting.
It seemed as if Liu had swallowed back words.
Why am I approaching Liu?
that’s what
“It’s obvious.”
“what?”
“Mr. Liu, after this lesson… I decided to tell you the secret I promised.”
go to rio
One step, one step.
She almost inadvertently backtracked, but soon looked up at me with an expression that said, “That’s right.”
You are too, and you will be too.
As if the doubts he had so far were rewarded, Liu’s expression contorts into a forced smile.
to her like that.
I speak quietly.
“Actually… I haven’t had any friends until now.”
“………what?”
“So, Mr. Liu is my first friend.”
“……What is that——”
“—Hey! You two there!”
Before Liu could even answer my secret confession.
A voice I had heard before came from behind me, and I turned my head.
“Huh? Are you a senior at that time?”
“Yeah, this is your senior who was laid on the car wheel.
Appeared with a rather awkward posture and voice… … A boy with a bandage on his nose.
The senior, who was crushed by the jeep, glared at Rio and touched the sheath.
“I think I need to educate my juniors a bit.”
… … No, in a situation like this, a bully appears.
Apparently, seeing only Liu in the driver’s seat, he seems to harbor some ill feelings towards her.
This is what we were talking about first.
“Uh, senior. Haven’t you had trouble sleeping lately?”
“……What, how do you know that?”
How do you know, I have dark circles under my eyes, but I don’t know if it’s a double-headed man?
With a kind smile, Yangachi sunbaenim turns his gaze to me.
“Because I’m a <fortune teller>.”
“<Fortune teller>…? Ah, that first year?”
“That’s right. It’s an honor that you know.”
“Well, that’s enough for now. For now, from that year…”
“Senior, haven’t you had problems with grades lately?”
“What, what. How do you know!”
How do you keep knowing, are there students who don’t have problems with grades?
With a dot (?), I drew the attention of this bully senior, and naturally hid Liu behind my back.
Of course, even though I move like that, my mouth doesn’t stop.
“Actually, I know how to look at it a bit… but, no matter what, senior’s view is amazing.”
“Awesome? Awesome?”
“Looking at your face as a whole, you’re lucky because you’re big enough to receive all kinds of blessings and wealth. And since the clown is wide open, the road to the future will be as solid as the clown’s, and you’ll live a long life in the world with a long philtrum!”
“Keuheum. Is that so?”
There are many people in the world who say that contemplation is a fraud.
It’s a good view, but I haven’t seen anyone swearing at it.
“Is that all? Your eyes are also paired, so at least two girls… if there are many, up to three would be entangled in them. Your forehead is wide enough, so you should be able to let go of your worries without too much trouble!”
“Ha, hahahaha. This junior is pretty cool, right? hahahaha.”
Observation is not difficult either. They just talk about their faces moderately and say that it is good for something anyway, and that it will be good anyway.
This senpai seems to have particularly thin ears, so it works well.
“Hey, I’ve seen thousands of coronations, but I’ve never seen one like you! You’re truly blessed.”
“Hmmm, is that so? Well… if that’s the case, well, hahahahaha! Ah, I’m Drukas Abella. I’m a 2nd year <prosecutor>, so if you have any questions, feel free to ask, junior.”
“It’s an honor to get acquainted with such a reassuring senior from the first day! I’m lacking in skills, but if you have any divination needs, please call me!”
“Hey, you’re a junior who speaks very nicely. Uh, but I think I was trying to say something…”
“Ah. Senior? That’s Lily Whiterose senior. Is it okay if I stay here?”
“What, what!? You should avoid that lunatic! Junior, take care of yourself too!”
Also Lily Whiterose. The effect is straight-forward.
I didn’t even look back in case I was noticed, I looked at the senior running away for a second and then turned back again.
Senior Yangachi sent it roughly, so let’s have a serious talk with Liu again… … …
“……Puff.”
“Huh? Mr. Liu?”
“Keuheop, kuhhahahaha! What are you talking about? You have a big face, wide cheekbones, long philtrum, eyes, and wide forehead? That’s just saying you’re ugly!”
“Because contemplation is not about evaluating appearances.”
“Puhahahaha! Ah, hahahahaha. I laughed hard at this.”
Liu, who was genuinely laughing, looked up at me with a smile on his face.
It was the same confrontation as before, but the atmosphere was different.
I wondered if he was going back and forth again, so I spoke to Liu first.
“Will you forget?”
“what?”
“Can I forget what you said earlier…?”
You’re going to tremble to forget it again anyway. In that case, it is better for me to forget first.
But Rio… … Seeing me say that, he just laughed.
“Yes, if you forget, you really forget…”
“Mr. Liu?”
“It’s okay. It’s okay if you don’t forget.”
Turbuck.
Leaving such a laugh mixed with words.
Liu walked first.
“See you again, Takari.”
What conclusion did Rio come to in that moment?
I wasn’t sure about anything… … Still, one thing was known.
Liu will still be suspicious. It’s a disease she can’t help herself. I will continue to be suspicious.
But, nonetheless.
“See you again, Mr. Liu.”
I will never be far from Rio.
First it was for the ending, then it was for the money.
Because I consider her a friend now.
Reason enough for that.
*
“……Uh, um, so.”
“Keep talking.”
“You want to do fortune telling…?”
“okay.”
“That’s also a love point…? The prince?”
“……okay.”
“…….”
no, sh*t.
what else is this