Became a War Hero of the Academy - Chapter 6



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006. If you want to show off your skills (1)

The same evening.

After finishing their meal, most of the professors were heading to the special training room located in the basement of Building F.

The news that Eugene Carter was causing a ruckus in the Office of Academic Affairs had already become a hot topic.

There is also a story that a small welcoming ceremony was prepared to commemorate his appointment as a teacher.

‘I never thought that welcoming ceremony would be a demonstration of demon subduing.’

Frederick Lake, one of the parties involved, sat in the stands inside the arena with a cast of dispirited faces.

As I glanced around, I saw many familiar faces.

It seemed that almost all the people leading Carvena were gathered there, including the heads of each department and faculty, and the directors and heads of major departments.

On the other hand, the proportion of ordinary teachers was not that high, and in general, many of them had some kind of contact with Eugene Carter.

Rubia Magnus, who had been the instigator of the morning commotion, sat on the third line opposite, and could not hide her worried expression the whole time.

While I was looking at my colleagues who had found the training ground, a cynical voice flowed in from behind me.

“I’m sorry I didn’t tell you in advance, Director.”

“Ah… it’s you.”

Orwell Pleasance. Rank: Cadet Captain.

The man sat down a space away from Frederick and bowed his head slightly.

“Can we not allow such a fool to set up shop in Carvena?”

“…It was you who made the suggestion?”

“Yes. We need to show that this is not a place for easy living.”

Although he said that, the cadet captain himself did not expect things to be resolved this easily.

Because I thought that there was no point in losing, I just made a short proposal to the chairman the day before with a few others.

‘I thought he would oppose it at first, but surprisingly, he accepted it readily.’

Is it because he knows that his position within Carvena is becoming increasingly narrow?

Or maybe, even to that lone wolf, Eugene Carter’s presence was quite irritating.

‘… If that’s true, it seems a bit strange.’

After all, it was she who decided to bring that guy into Carvena.

What on earth are you thinking, Michelle Bernhard?

“hmm….”

Meanwhile, Frederick, who she thought would sympathize with her, had an indifferent expression on his face the whole time.

Orwell leaned in cautiously and asked.

“Surely you’re not worried because I’m your former disciple, are you?”

Then Frederick snorted and nodded.

“Huh, no way. It’s better. That guy needs to come to his senses. Even if we left him alone, someone else would have destroyed him anyway… In that case, it would be better for him to break now.”

“Yes, yes. As expected, you are the Dean of Academic Affairs.”

He looked down at the stage and smiled bitterly.

“It’s almost time, so I’ll go down. I need to give the teachers a brief explanation of the situation….”

“hmm.”

“Okay, see you later.”

The cadet captain who was about to go down like that,

“for a moment.”

Frederick grabbed her by the voice.

“You better not underestimate that Carter guy, Captain.”

“…What do you mean?”

“That’s literally true.”

He added briefly, a smile on his lips.

“I guess you’re not the only one who sees this as an opportunity.”

* * *

The number of spectators gathered in the special training hall was already approaching 50.

Arriving at the scene at exactly 7 o’clock, Michelle Bernhard ignored the stares directed at her and sat down at the very end of the line.

Those sitting nearby also looked around and moved away, and there was not a single teacher within a 10-meter radius.

I thought I could just watch it so quietly.

Soon, Frederick thrust his face in front of her.

“…Excuse me for a moment.”

Originally, I was planning to watch alone, but I came over to the chairman because I had something to ask.

Michelle didn’t even nod and just looked towards the stage.

Frederick also remained silent for a long time, then carefully asked only one thing.

“I’m curious as to why you decided to take in that Carter guy.”

“Because he is someone Carvena needs.”

I thought she would remain silent, but surprisingly, she answered right away.

Of course, that wasn’t a particularly helpful answer to Frederick.

“That… In what specific way is it necessary…?”

“Topics, name value, tactical capabilities, curriculum supplementation, external linkage activities, etc.”

“…….”

“Shouldn’t the Dean of Academic Affairs be able to make this judgment on his own? I don’t understand why you’re asking Chairman Lee about something like this.”

“…It was a slip of the tongue.”

Frederick bowed his head as if he was ashamed, then spoke again.

“But if you value Carter so much, why did you allow him to be in this situation? He must have been embarrassed.”

“Well, how about that?”

After saying that, Michelle kept her mouth shut.

I would have liked to ask more questions, but he was not the type of person to give me answers.

So Frederick also scratched his forehead awkwardly and turned his gaze towards the stage.

The commotion around them was growing louder as time passed.

Just as those voices were about to reach the noise.

Finally, the star of this welcome party has appeared.

* * *

Most of the professors who first saw him were astonished at the appearance of Eugene Carter.

“Hey… that.”

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“Uh uh….”

For Carvena, the name Eugene Carter was almost a myth.

Some even went so far as to say that Eugene Carter was the most important figure in Carvena history.

I often heard stories that the special forces were completely ruined after that incident, but I thought that was just an exaggeration typical of the special forces.

But the sight they received was much more gruesome than they had expected.

Anyone who looked at it would have thought that his body was so damaged that he had difficulty even walking, and the magical power that had once flowed throughout his body was so faint that it could not be felt from a distance.

You decided to return with a body like that? And to this Demonic Carven? What kind of confidence did you have?

Like most on the scene, Nigel Irwin, who took part in the stage production, had the same thoughts.

‘… I really don’t know if this is okay.’

He swallowed, stroking his long, braided hair.

As the Empire’s greatest beast trainer and the number two expert in beast ecology, he was also one of the most respected professors in Carvena.

A person who has not joined any of the many factions, and has maintained an independent path for over 5 years, is currently recognized by the anti-Bernhard faction.

Now there is no need to be concerned or mindful anymore.

For the remaining three years, I will be able to focus on my research and classes without any worries.

For him, who was starting the new semester with such thoughts, it was a very sudden proposal.

He let out a faint sigh as he recalled his conversation with Cadet Corps Commander Orwell Pleasence.

“Eugene Carter’s very existence is an insult to the professors of Carvena! Can’t we allow such a person to strut around in Carvena?”

“As far as I know, he wasn’t that kind of person… But why are you asking me? Isn’t the appointment of teachers entirely up to the principal and the academic affairs office?”

“So we tried to strongly oppose it… but it seems like they had no intention of listening to our opinions in the first place.”

“Hmm….”

“So at the very least, I’m trying to warn that arrogant Carter. This Carvena isn’t as easy a place as you think.”

“…So, you want me to ask you a favor?”

“Yes. For a retired soldier, being hit by a demon would be a trauma in itself.”

In the end, isn’t he just trying to use me to spite someone he doesn’t like?

He thought about opposing it, but the budgetary issues within Carvena, which they were holding tight, made Nigel bend his head.

In a situation where the budget allocated to water ecology is continuously decreasing, I cannot just think about my position.

‘Well, I guess I can just make a few threats and end it.’

After reaching that conclusion, Nigel sent his D-rank demon, Benamaur Red Wolf, who was like his best friend, onto the stage.

Then he shouted firmly at Eugene, who was standing diagonally on the other side.

“Take it easy and back off! I don’t want to see my precious child hurting someone!”

“Oh, Professor! Have you forgotten the promise we made beforehand?”

“but….”

The cadet captain, who had taken on the role of a judge who was not a judge, persuaded Nigel to step off the stage and strode toward Eugene.

“You look embarrassed. Are you okay?”

“…….”

Although the cadet captain was openly flirting, Eugene didn’t even look at him and just took out his sword.

“It’s a shame. I thought we would have prepared a more splendid welcome ceremony.”

Then he pointed his sword at the red wolf on the other side and asked quietly.

“Aren’t you going to start?”

“…….”

The cadet captain was momentarily speechless at Eugene’s overly bold response.

He stared blankly at Eugene and then hurriedly began to give a brief explanation to the audience.

The content was, as expected, nothing special.

Since he is a famous figure with many achievements in Carvena and the special forces, how about giving him a chance to prove himself?

The fact that he chose the demonic opponent as a demon was for the same reason, and the lie that Eugene readily agreed to it was a bonus.

“Okay then get ready….”

Orwell announced the start without further delay.

At the same time, the demon let out its characteristic roar and charged straight at Eugene.

Eugene raised his sword with a staggering body and slashed away the demon’s sharp claws.

The demon was thrown off the stage as if he had slipped and crashed into the wall.

Kwaaaaang!

Orwell and Nigel, who were watching the battle from closest distance, opened their mouths at the same time.

“…what?”

The audience’s reaction was not much different.

The performance that Eugene showed was that bizarre.

Only Michelle Bernhardt kept a poker face, but she was equally surprised.

Benamauer Red Wolf. It is not very large compared to other D-rank demons, being of medium size, but it is still a threat to humans.

Especially if the opponent is a veteran soldier who has not even been back in the field for a week.

Even though his actions were restricted by his trainer, even that would have been a disaster for Eugene at this point.

I thought that in the worst case scenario, they would either surrender or back out, but this was a very unexpected sight.

Krrrr… .

The demon that had been lying on the floor kicking up dust shook itself off and glared at its opponent with even stronger hostility.

Looking at that sight, Eugene spoke to Masu as if he was talking to him.

“Do you want to do more?”

Boom!

It was an obvious provocation, but Masoo did not have the judgment to ignore it.

Although it has relatively high intelligence among D-rank demons, it is still a beast after all.

If you’ve been hurt, you’ll just have to pay it back.

The red wolf ran up to Eugene’s nose again and thrust its left foreleg in.

This time, too, it seemed as if he had instinctively judged that the attack would be deflected, and there was a moment of hesitation in the movements of the demon who was about to go on the offensive.

It was a movement to slightly move the center of gravity, which had been fully concentrated, back and prepare for the second strike.

“Slow.”

Eugene didn’t miss even that moment.

Sreung!

Let’s concentrate all our magical power onto the tip of the drawn sword and strike with all our might.

Kieeeek?!

Blood began to ooze out from the demon’s tough outer skin.

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