I’m the Slit-Eyed Character at the Academy, but I’m not the Mastermind - Chapter 24



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Episode 24

Episode 24. The Clown, the Hero, and the Parrot (6)

Rodelin’s face hardened.

It has to be that way. That secret is a secret that only the Lucid family knows.

what… … In fact, it was ‘something else’ rather than a curse, but there was no reason to tell Rodelin that.

“Wow, aren’t you so surprised? It was just something I threw out. Could it be that the Lucid family has really been cursed by the devil?”

“… … !”

Rodelin trembled.

First, throw it and see how it reacts.

And through the reaction he showed at that time, he finds out the secret he is hiding.

It’s like an act of Korean trash.

‘That’s why noble children are trained to maintain composure.’

Because his hasty words and actions could cause damage to his family.

Rodelin must be thinking that she has been wronged now.

Of course, as a gamer, I know the truth about the curse.

“… … The devil’s curse. “I just did it because it was so ridiculous.”

“okay. My mistake. “I’ll leave it at that for now.”

“I’m busy so I guess I’ll just have to go. “Zero, I’ll see you over the weekend.”

“Yes, please be careful.”

Rodelin walked away quickly.

You may think that your relationship has worsened because you did something pointless.

‘But this is right.’

I like a relationship that makes me feel suspicious or an ambiguous relationship that keeps me at a bit of distance.

Rodelin is a member of party 1.

I’m just asking for your help for this strategy.

So I liked this kind of appropriate relationship.

“Tsk, now you’re bothering my senior too? “If you do that, you’ll be in big trouble.”

“Hehe, aren’t you worried about Miss Luna?”

“what?”

“Didn’t you hear why I was so busy running around? You might meet the devil. “It could be very dangerous.”

Luna looked at me intently.

It looks like a chick. Pink chick.

“… … doesn’t care. Protecting the empire is one of the nobles’ roles. When the devil comes out, you have to fight it. and.”

and?

“If not me, who will protect you? “They say that if you use a technique, it leaves a trace, so you can’t even fight properly.”

This time, I looked at Luna from my side.

Did you have such an amazing idea?

When did our Luna grow up this much?

I wonder if this is why parents raise their children.

“What, what? Why do you look at me like that?”

“Hehe, Miss Luna… … “I was really touched.”

“Okay, okay, buy something delicious.”

Luna, whose face was slightly red, ran towards the gun.

Buy something to eat?

Yeah, whatever. Because my daughter(?) has grown mentally.

I guess I’ll be happy to spend today.

But what is it? This dull feeling.

“Hehe, I think I forgot something… … “I don’t remember.”

It wasn’t until late afternoon that I was able to recall forgotten memories.

Luna… … .

I still haven’t paid back the 2 silver I borrowed from the square!

* * *

Friday, one day left until the weekend.

It was when Archmage Elester’s class was in full swing.

Chalk floating in the air wrote something on the blackboard.

corrosion.

“This is a bizarre phenomenon that was first discovered on the border about 15 years ago.”

A land stained dark red.

The water dries up, the land cracks, and plants cannot grow.

Buildings also gradually corrode and collapse, and even living things cannot avoid this.

A land where nothing can live.

It was enough to be called the land of death.

It is not an endemic disease. It’s ‘something’ different from that.

“What is so scary about erosion?”

“The idea is to gradually expand the radius. “It’s like a living organism growing.”

“Mr. Teron, you are excellent.”

“Although the demonic beast becomes stronger, the problem is that its activities are restricted. “After erosion level 3 and above, problems arise with mana and aura operation.”

“Miss Yuridia is also great.”

Elester praised them.

chief and deputy chief.

Representatives of the Teronites and Euridias.

Pajijik-.

The two children’s gazes collided in the air.

The children in between were in dire straits.

“Now, as time has passed, erosion is no longer just a problem for the empire. It has become a common problem across the continent, including kingdoms, principalities, and castles. Where is the most recent erosion of the empire?”

“This is Pascal, the economic city!”

“This is Pascal, the economic city!”

“you’re right. “You both are great.”

Elester looked at them happily.

As if this competition was fun.

‘Well, it’s worth it.’

Although he currently has the appearance of a kind grandfather, he is truly a man with deep roots in the noble council.

Because he was called the ‘Imperial Raccoon’.

“Erosion is sometimes called the devil’s play. In fact, there were times when demons appeared in eroded places… … . So, who was the first family to stop this terrible erosion? … .”

“This is the Lucid family!”

“It’s Lucid Street!”

Lucid family.

One of the eight pillars of the empire, it is the family of Rodelin, the vice-student council president.

at the same time.

‘It is also the first family to face erosion.’

The Lucid family has protected the northern frontier for generations.

It was a family that had never lost a war for 120 years.

Then one day, erosion suddenly started.

At the same time, the attack of demonic beasts began.

Although they held out as best as they could, the Lucid family eventually chose to retreat.

In the first battle, three castles and half a span of land on the map were lost.

The word ‘defeat’ is only two letters long. But the aftermath was not small.

It was the first defeat in 120 years.

Normally, the opposition would have run amok, saying they should be held responsible for failing to protect the border, but no one held the Lucid family responsible for the defeat.

“If we retreat even once more from now on, Lucid’s grave will be in that land.”

This is what Luke de Lucid, the then and current head of the Lucid family, said when he met the emperor.

Hair that extends here and there to a degree that makes it hard to believe that it belongs to nobility.

Red, bloodshot eyes, lips that had become matted from how many times they had chewed them.

Seeing him so angry, even the opposition could not open their mouths.

Luke, the head of the Lucid family, made an oath in that state.

If we retreat one more time, everyone will die there. There are no exceptions.

Even if that.

Even if you are a blood relative of the family.

As if to prove their oath, the Lucid family never backed down after that.

While the borders of other kingdoms were shattered and their territories decreased, the empire’s land did not decrease at all.

That means they haven’t had a single loss since then.

‘That’s why Lucid has the highest reputation in the current empire.’

But you found what appears to be the prototype of that erosion?

Rodelin would never be able to laugh it off.

Just one defeat, half a span of land lost.

Because that is the only shame and humiliation of the Lucid family.

“It is also the family of Miss Rodelin, who currently holds the position of Vice President. “He was a very good student.”

Elester placed both hands on the podium.

“Erosion is a problem, but there are many more important issues. What should we do to advance our empire?”

“I think development through development and commerce, new food sources, and continental unification are also options worth considering!”

“It’s not like that! Now is the time when the empire has the greatest power ever! It is times like these that we need to repair the system, nurture talent, strengthen its internal stability, and look to the distant future!”

For the first time, their opinions diverged.

At the same time, the atmosphere in the class quickly became cold.

It felt like a crack had suddenly appeared in the thinly frozen ice.

Depending on which hand Elester gives, the other will have to bear the wrath of hell.

gulp.

It was a time when everyone was watching Elester’s mouth.

He smiled gently and looked at me.

“Yes, Zero. “What do you think?”

“… … yes?”

“I will give one point to the side that you think is right.”

“… … ?”

Everyone’s eyes were focused on me.

The harsh gazes of Teron and Euridia turned to me.

No, what the hell.

Why does this only happen to me?

‘Tell me my side is right!’

‘Tell me my side is right!’

Teron and Euridia sent silent pressure.

You can convey words with just your eyes. They are great kids.

‘shit.’

Why did the situation become like this? This is too much.

I just entered the honors class.

Pick up some hidden pieces that are rolling around.

Pick up some hungry kids and use them as shields.

I just wanted to clear the final boss!

I don’t know why I have to be checked by those two.

It was really unfair.

“Which do you think is right? “Think slowly and say it well.”

This is what Elester said with a kind smile.

There is no need for such consideration.

Teron and Euridia’s eyes looking at me became even more intense.

In fact, Teronpa was not the only one who approached me.

There was also contact from Euridia.

I ranked unofficially in 3rd place in the entrance exam.

This means that we have the optimal conditions to gain an upper hand in the power structure at the beginning of the semester.

‘But you can’t belong to either the Teronites or the Eurydias.’

Teron is a fairly significant supporting character who plays the role of a villain in the early to mid-game.

This means that he is going to be robbed by a group of protagonists later. So pass.

Yuridia is the main character and will become one of the five fingers of the Academy.

It means you are a member of party 1. You can’t get close to such a being.

Because the story will get twisted.

However, both sides have announced their intention to recruit him.

Just this one answer can make people misunderstand that I belong to their side.

That would be the same on the other side as well.

So the best choice I can make right now is.

‘I don’t take either side.’

[Imitation of God] will be obtained tomorrow.

You may be attacked today, but Luna is a meat shield… … .

No, if you leave it standing next to it, it will be enough to last you for a day.

Elester looks at me with eyes full of expectation.

I opened my mouth towards him.

“Hehe, I have no idea.”

“… … “Such a shameless man!”

“… … !”

The faces of all the children were filled with astonishment.

How can you say that you have no thoughts in front of Archmage Elester?

To be honest, I was surprised by the answer.

I was like, ‘I don’t know. Because I was trying to say, ‘I don’t think anything of it.’

[Crinkling tone] The power of the skill was too strong.

Everyone, including me, thought Elester was going to strike a chord.

Because it was a very cocky answer.

but.

Clap clap clap.

Elester clapped his hands. And while laughing very loudly.

“ha ha ha! That is the closest answer to the correct answer. Zero-kun, you are very, very good.”

High praise erupted with applause.

Eleister opened his mouth as if he wanted to answer everyone’s questions, including mine.

“That’s what the average commoner thinks. “The commoners are an important class that is indispensable to the empire, making up 60% of the empire.”

yes?

“Among them, the number of people who earn a living each day is as much as 50%. This means that one of them is busy thinking about what to eat that day, let alone saving money.”

no… … .

“Imagine what they just heard what Mr. Teron and Ms. Eurydia said. “It will only sound like nonsense.”

hey? Grandpa, can’t you hear me?

“For them, economic development, continental unification, and looking into the distant future are all meaningless! In other words, what those two said just now… … .”

thud!

“It just sounds like bullshit using side kicks.”

An expletive uttered while hitting the teacher’s table with his fist.

It was enough to make the children feel solemn.

Elester smiled brightly at us.

“Zero-kun must have thought about all of this and said he didn’t think anything of it. “Isn’t that right?”

“yes… … what… … .”

Just leave it at that.