197 – Starting School (3)
You can use violence in Soul World, that is, even in games.
It doesn’t matter whether the other person insults you or just wants to hit you. This can even be done with colleagues.
However, like any other civilization, the moment you recklessly use violence, you are bound to be met with the full force of the law.
There is a popular saying that civilization began with fighting with words, not with fists. To that extent, direct violence is largely excluded.
[Civilized people are ruder than barbarians because they don’t split their heads even if they say rude things.]
This is a phrase that can be said to be a rare saying. In some ways, it would seem like barbarians are more polite.
But just because we are civilized doesn’t mean we don’t split hair. If you make a statement that goes too far, fists are bound to come out.
Moreover, this is a world of ‘romance’ itself. The scope of self-defense is very broad, so the moment you speak carelessly, you will be in big trouble.
Let’s say a commoner was given a bribe by a nobleman. Even if you shake off the nobleman’s corn, he won’t say anything.
Of course, you have to endure the aftermath yourself. Also, unless there is evidence, the situation will become ambiguous.
“I listened carefully to what the assailant said. There are many remarks that could be quite problematic. I will also listen to the victim’s testimony in a moment. We will take action after that.”
“··· ···”
The committee member opened the door and left, saying only what he wanted to say.
The sound of the iron door was clearly heard in my ears. The place I am currently imprisoned is none other than prison.
It is closer to a temporary detention center than a prison. This is where people who commit violence and other crimes are imprisoned.
‘It’s been a while since I’ve been here again.’
If you commit a crime at the academy, you will most likely be locked up here. The place of imprisonment varies depending on the criminal’s skill or the severity of the crime.
In terms of stages, it is stage 3, and the place I am currently trapped in is also stage 3. It is locked in level 3 to prevent anyone from escaping.
Fortunately, the prison was not barren or anything like that. There is a bed and everything you need.
‘That doesn’t mean you can’t escape, though.’
I flopped down on the bed and looked up at the ceiling. Even the ceiling is made of sturdy iron.
It’s not just iron, it must have been specially treated with magic. It’s like a cage containing some kind of ferocious animal.
Considering what I have done so far, it is not unreasonable to say it is us. It means that I am wary of my power.
‘It will be resolved well, right?’
Soul World is a game with a high degree of freedom. Therefore, you can play as a malicious character.
Whenever they get the chance, they commit violence or commit fraud. It is possible to commit such evil acts that you might wonder if this is something an academy student would do.
If that happens, not only will notoriety build up, but human relationships will also be ruined, but a game is a game. As a bonus, you can also enjoy refreshing play.
Of course, as I said before, the aftermath is a problem that must be dealt with on one’s own. At least I expect that I will be able to get out easily.
‘Even if no one else knows, I touched the road.’
Until then, it can be passed off as simple sexual harassment. However, since it has touched the road, there is a strong possibility that the Academy will take it easy.
To put it simply, the tongue is destined to be cut out anyway. This is a world where there is even magic that can detect lies.
The situation was infinitely favorable, but I was a little worried about other people’s reactions. I was especially anxious about the road.
‘You won’t hit me with a cane…?’
This is the road that told me not to cause an accident. But as soon as school started, I did something cool.
Furthermore, it is not vandalism, but assault. It was also an assault that rendered a person mute.
Rod will also hear the circumstances, but hearing bitter criticism will not change.
‘I didn’t do anything wrong.’
The mistake was made there first. I have committed an insult to the point where I have nothing to say even if my tongue is pulled out.
Sometimes there will be people who say that both are wrong, but honestly, I don’t understand this.
No. I’m still standing still, but is the guy who hit me first the same as the guy who responds? You will definitely have to consider what is right and wrong.
“The results of the investigation have all been released. As a result of the investigation, it has been found that all of the testimony of the student at Sivar is true.”
How depressed must I have been lying in bed? A little time passed and the person I saw earlier came back.
It seems that he came after hearing the testimony of the maniac who cut off his tongue. I’m not sure if I can speak properly.
Or someone else would have testified on your behalf. Because there were other guys next to me.
“The victim and his accomplices will be suspended from school as of this time. We will also inform the students’ families of the situation.”
“··· ···”
“Dan.”
It was around this time that I thought, I won’t have to see those idiots again from now on.
A member of the committee particularly emphasized the word . It looks like they are taking action not only on the idiots but also on me.
“The offending student’s retaliation was too excessive. Taking this into consideration, the offending student will be sentenced to 10 hours of community service. That’s it.”
“······Community service?”
“Yes. You can hear more details from the professors.”
With that said, a member of the disciplinary committee heads out again. For reference, the prison door was wide open.
I stared at the wide open prison door and then turned my head back toward the ceiling. There’s still a lot to think about.
’10 Hours of community service? ‘Not 100 hours, but 10 hours?’
If you commit a crime at the academy, you can get away with community service.
You cannot do anything during that time and only have to do volunteer work, so your growth is blocked.
However, even simple assault is basically more than 30 hours. When I saw this, I was certain that I had caught Rod’s attention.
It’s not just the road. It is highly likely that this matter was overlooked as it could easily lead to an international dispute.
‘Because one connection is solid.’
Not only the Lord who is praised as a sword saint, but also the daughter of the duke of the Matra Empire, the princess of Tartar, etc. My network of contacts is ridiculously wide.
I don’t know how the relationship was built this way. In particular, Rod has become friendly with me unintentionally.
Since we have been thoroughly taught etiquette, it cannot be said that we are far from it. He already had more than a strong support team.
‘If I see you sincerely worried…’
It was around this time that I was lying in bed and wandering around. I felt someone coming into the prison.
When I turned my head toward the wide open door, a familiar person caught my eye. An old gentleman with an impressive straight mustache.
“What are you thinking about?”
Rod came to visit me. There must have been another reason why the prison door was wide open.
As soon as he came, I got out of bed and sat down quietly. Rod also dragged his chair aside and put his butt on it.
“Just thinking about service.”
“Service? Oh, were you assigned to community service?”
“Yes.”
“It won’t be as big of a deal as you think. All you have to do is take out the trash or carry the luggage.”
Community service is easy. But the real meaning of social service is to prevent growth.
I guess I should wake up early in the morning or volunteer after class. Although it is a little annoying, there is no problem.
“··· ···”
“··· ···”
After that, there was an awkward silence between me and Rod. I was busy keeping an eye on Rod.
Rod emphasized that, but in the end, I was the one who caused the accident. Right now, even Rod looks like he’s confused about something.
“······Let’s listen to the situation first.”
“··· ···”
“Why did you hit a fellow classmate? For what reason?”
In an awkward situation, Road was the first to speak up. Listening to the conversation, it seems like you haven’t heard the story yet.
Perhaps the disciplinary committee could have explained it clearly. The story those idiots brought out was more than insulting, it was humiliating.
If this fact had reached Rod’s ears, he would have cut off his head instead of cutting out his tongue.
“······I don’t want to talk about it.”
“Shivar.”
“I just don’t like it. I won’t do it.”
So I didn’t want to do it anymore. How can you say something like that in front of the person involved?
Rod urged me sternly, but I responded by turning my head. The attitude is that I don’t want to talk anymore.
Ierod took a long breath of his nose and then exhaled it. I know it’s frustrating, but there’s nothing I can do about it.
“I know very well that you don’t hurt people without a reason. There’s probably a reason this time too.”
“Then listen to it later. Not to me.”
“Yes. Sooner or later, I will hear the circumstances.”
Rod knows everything. But I didn’t know why he came to me.
However, I couldn’t help but tremble when I heard his next words.
“Why are you angry?”
“··· ···”
“I’ve rarely seen you angry, especially not at the level of irritation but anger.”
This phrase accurately captures my feelings. I turned my head and faced Rod.
At first, I suppressed my anger, but it passed the critical point and I had an accident. But I didn’t regret it.
It was more of a relief than that. From now on, that idiot won’t be able to use his mouth carelessly, and he won’t be able to speak properly.
“I want to know why you’re angry. I think you’ll feel better after hearing that.”
“··· ···”
“Can you tell me? Please tell me, at least for me and others.”
Rod asked me in a firm tone. Again, this is not an instruction, but a request.
A person as high as a swordsman asked me a favor. The way people treat each other.
I muttered my thoughts and sighed. I don’t know anything else, but I don’t want to disappoint Rod.
“······I swore.”
“You swore?”
“Yes. My friends and I swore.”
“That’s what it was.”
Tuk-tuk-
Rod gave me a soft smile after hearing my answer. At the same time, I even patted his head lightly.
I secretly looked at Rod’s face as he was touched with human affection. It has a proud smile on it, and it definitely doesn’t mean you’re angry.
“Good job. If the anger was for you, I would have scolded you harshly. But it was for others. That’s a good thing.”
“I’m involved too. Because of me…”
“You don’t have to say any more. Instead of cutting out your tongue, maybe you should have just pulled it out.”
“··· ···”
Is it okay to say something like that? I may have said it as a joke, but if anyone else heard it, they would have been shocked.
Because I tend not to take jokes as jokes and follow them straight. Of course, but you won’t actually do that.
“From now on, I will clean up trash on the streets and carry luggage hard. I hope I learn something while volunteering.”
“······You won’t be angry?”
“Then. Why would I be angry?”
Rod lightly slapped my arm and stood up. Then she gave a small smile and shook her head back.
This is a signal to get out of prison together. I looked around and quietly got up from my seat.
When I finally came out with him, I was able to face some very familiar faces.
“Ah. It’s Shiva.”
“Shivar!”
Kara, Ellie, and finally Luna. They got angry when they saw me coming out with Rod.
Even if Kara and Luna don’t know about it, seeing as Ellie is there, it seems like the news has spread widely. This is a little embarrassing.
“How did it go? Is there any problem?”
“Yes. I received community service.”
“Community service?”
Ellie tilted her head when told that she had been sentenced to community service. It seems like he doesn’t know much about discipline and distance.
But only one person was different. As soon as Kara heard her say that she was doing community service, she frowned and said in a bored tone.
“That’s really annoying. How many hours did you get?”
“10 Hours.”
“Have you ever received it?”
This is Luna’s question. When Kara seemed to know something, she seemed to ask out of pure curiosity.
Kara stroked her hair as if she was embarrassed and then smiled bitterly. Then she revealed her past.
“I had a lot of accidents in the past. Do you know what rumors were going around?”
“Ah. Yes. I said I hit people from time to time…”
“I was sentenced to community service each time. I had a just cause. Was the maximum I received 100 hours?”
Before Kara grew up mentally, she caused all kinds of accidents. These are mainly assault-related cases.
The moment someone insults her, calling her a barbarian, she responds with her fist. She had a clear cause, so they didn’t even suspend her from the academy.
Instead, I thought that 100 hours of community service was a little too much. How many people did it take to beat up people to get that much?
Luna blinked her eyes after hearing Kara’s words and then blurted out.
“Are you a volunteer?”
“I guess so. So, let’s give it a shot.”
“Puhuhuh.”
I smiled weakly. Luna’s snout was still the same.
[Faith rises!]