Episode 103 – Being a senior is hard
#One
Kale.
Her eyes had become cloudy over the past few days.
Her eyes, which always shined brightly, seemed to have been hit squarely by the cares and worries of the world and people’s greed.
Manus instinctively sensed that it was time for healing.
I remembered the look on my face when I looked in the bathroom mirror every morning to go to work.
The vitality that suffered in all kinds of places, and that is why it died out.
Cale must have suffered here and there because of the student council president.
“senior-.”
“Shall we go get some coffee?”
“yes-.”
Cale laughed bashfully and nodded weakly.
He didn’t say anything, but he seemed to understand his heart, and peace of mind came to him.
The two walked side by side.
Those who were seen from time to time looked at Cale and Manus, and were busy contemplating among themselves.
Even that, if he even made eye contact with Manus, he would stiffen up and run away.
To gossip about Manus within the academy was to express his aspirations to live in his own hard mode throughout his academy life.
Anais the other day, Kale today.
‘In the end, it seems like everyone is looking for me… … . I’m not used to things like this.’
Manus sighed inwardly.
I wouldn’t complain because it was self-inflicted, but it was still not easy to touch people’s feelings.
Actions, facial expressions, and eyes convey a lot to the person you meet.
What can truly comfort them is their sincere expressions, eyes, and actions.
What kind of expression, what kind of action, what kind of eyes would Cale need?
What comfort does she want to hear?
Manus thought as he walked.
“senior.”
“hmm?”
“Senior, what do you think of commoners and nobles?”
Have you had a lot of trouble these days?
Well, Cale was rarely exposed to such things.
She was born and raised outside, so she didn’t hang out with politics.
That’s what being a person is.
There is no hesitation in becoming the person in charge and being persecuted or crushing someone, but when you become a third party, the way you see things changes.
Cale was also living with commoners and would always listen to the victim’s point of view.
“Having the ability or not, that’s the difference.”
“Do you think commoners are inferior, too?”
“Even among the nobility, there are those who cannot abandon their lowly habits.”
just like the old me
Manus swallowed his words.
Since the ego is different, it would be accurate to say ‘the original Manus’, but-.
Nobles are not all aristocrats.
Being a commoner is not an insignificant existence.
In the end, it probably depends on each person’s personality.
Cale wanted to hear more of him.
So, holding Manus’ sleeve with two fingers, he asked cautiously.
“Can you do more? Why do you think so… … .”
“Let’s talk about the details while drinking.”
she laughed.
“yes.”
Same place, different people.
Manus sat down today to listen to others.
Maybe that’s the true meaning of seniority.
That might be the attitude for juniors who want to work hard… … .
#2
Cale finished talking with Manus and moved to the dormitory.
Her expression was bright and cheerful.
My heavy heart became lighter.
When I talked about the thoughts I had been holding down, I felt refreshed rather than refreshed.
I was also able to set the mindset she should take in the future.
＜Commons, nobility. The line created by discipline can be crossed at any time.＞
＜The important thing is to become a person. Those who are above are not all evil, and those who are below are not all good.＞
＜Go the way you want. Be with the person you want.＞
The gem-like words he said were imprinted on Cale’s heart.
He remembered the last words Manus had said.
a bitter laugh.
The expression behind the mask that came out without me knowing.
‘What kind of human relationship did the senior go through?’
＜Goodwill without cause will sometimes lead you to ruin. Always remember.＞
It reminded me of the Eagle class children.
He came with a smile on his face and secretly threw out what they wanted.
In fact, she had to be somewhat wary.
It was fiercer outside than I thought, and it was a dirty place.
She knew very well that the life of the people at the bottom, the lower class, was not lined with lines.
Because it’s an academy.
it’s an academy
I just thought it would be relatively safe.
‘It’s the same here.’
If you don’t stay alert, this is also a place where you can open your eyes and cut your nose.
Still, there is no life without one person to rely on.
I’ll have to be satisfied with that for now.
As she grows further, she will have decision power and influence.
At this point, Cale himself started to get greedy.
If you become the student council president, you will gain a lot of influence.
“I also want to try properly.”
Election of student council president who attended to listen to Anais’ story.
Goals have changed after going through various things and hearing various words.
In order not to be swayed, you must have strength.
I realized that omnipotent power is an essential element to live comfortably in the world.
see manus
No one can stop his progress.
“Yes, let’s study hard.”
She clenched her fists as if she had promised and moved on.
There was a lot to do.
Meanwhile, Manus, who finished Cale’s consultation, checked the window that appeared in front of him.
It was surprisingly provocative.
I thought I knew the system to some extent, but this was the first time I had ever heard a phrase like this.
[Confirmed strong interference.]
[The world line changes.]
[The learning time of the ‘Messiah’s Attitude’ skill is reduced by 10%.]
[Physical ability, mana, and magic power increase.]
“I was given some advice… … Aren’t you giving too much?”
If this is the case, even if you set up a counseling center, you will be strong enough to steam and eat a few bosses-.
Laughter came out.
In fact, we didn’t even say a few words.
Maybe, rather, he just poured out his feelings.
A story that was absurd and did not think about the other person’s feelings.
Such a reward for such a conversation.
Manus was also dumbfounded.
But it wasn’t that there was nothing to worry about.
‘It’s not very nice to hear that the world line continues to change.’
Variables will continue to be created.
As always, there is only one way to counter variables.
Manus decided to rest well for the fierce battle at midnight.
next month.
All will be tested on the results of their growth.
A catastrophe that cannot and should not be prevented.
To overcome that, I couldn’t waste even a second.
‘I need the strength to protect everyone.’
Even if everyone collapses, I can protect everyone alone.
The increasing power meant, in other words, the number of people to protect.
He moved to the dormitory.
“and… … .”
Manus turned his head with a puzzled gaze.
I saw a silhouette disappearing hurriedly.
Another incident will happen.
He indifferently turned his head and headed the way he had come.
You don’t have to worry about things that haven’t happened yet and you don’t know how they will unfold.
Prevention is for things you can’t control.
Manus had bigger things to do than that.
It was because I could see those who were trying to climb up from the cliff right away, somehow.
#3
It’s midnight.
After a good night’s sleep, I gathered in the Ziggurat lobby with Anais, who seemed to be in good shape.
Instead of looking like a zombie, her aspirations with her hair tied back were visible.
It seemed that sooner or later the friends would climb the tower again.
Before that, I wanted to bring out my best in any way possible.
Anais took a deep breath and checked his mana.
The magic stone that almost ate it all filled her stomach.
‘I want to come alone if I can.’
“Let’s go.”
“-yes.”
Beginning with Manus’ words, the exploration of the tower began.
Boarding the transporter, Manus said.
“I’m also participating in the hunt today.”
“Because of the magic stone?”
“There is something I want to try.”
Anais got a clue from his words.
If my guess is correct, it must be the Matushak that I have been training lately.
Albion was also strong, but to think that Manus, who was stronger than him, was in charge of the vanguard.
Anais made up his mind to rampage properly today.
And that expectation was broken mercilessly in just three battles.
[Keuk!]
“It’s bland.”
“… … senior?”
I wonder if Guillermo’s feelings were like this when he started the evaluation.
Anais called to Manus in a voice full of discouragement.
A daemon that died leaving only magic stones behind.
Manus was killed by Anais before he could even sing it.
He was always cool and calm, senior Manus, but he showed an unexpected side.
Aden, who was watching quietly from behind, let out a laugh.
“It seems that Confucius is absorbed in a new martial art.”
“me too… … I can… … .”
Anais cried.
The feeling of helplessness that I had been trying to put to rest began to rise again.
Did you say matou science?
It was so clean and splendid that I didn’t know if it was originally a great martial art or if Manus was special.
The figure of Manus waving his cape and swinging his limbs was the figure of the hero he had seen in the book.
Apart from that, Anais discovered his own incompetence buried in the tremendous performance of his senior.
trauma.
That deep heart wound started to come up again.
“hey.”
“yes? Ouch!”
Anais was horrified to see Manus suddenly grabbing both cheeks with both hands.
For a moment, an inconceivably exhilarating pain ran down his cheek.
“aaa!”
“Keep your mind straight. How long are you going to keep whining, huh?”
“Good luck! Take care of yourself-!”
“You don’t want to be treated like an idiot either.”
Anais shook his head, his red hair flowing.
It was trauma and nabal, and the fist right in front of my eyes was much more terrifying.
Manus was unstoppable.
I could see why Pearson felt intimidated at the sight of Manus.
After finishing physical therapy, Manus said to Anais, who was in tears from the pain.
“Don’t be intimidated. Anyway, this stomach will be necessary even if you don’t tell me.”
“Ahh… … yes. sorry.”
“I’m going to catch the watchman. There, I will only defend.”
“… … yes?”
Hey, you didn’t hear that wrong, did you?
Catching the watchman?
Glimpse, she looked at Arden behind.
She shook her head slightly.
therefore… … Just the two of us, no, if we add Albion, the three of us will catch the watchman, right?
“That, does that make sense?”
“Keep your mind straight. You’ll have to break down the limits that keep you locked in. because… … .”
Anais was shocked to faint at the last words.
Manus walked.
Albion followed suit.
Arden put his hand on Anais’ shoulder and said.
“Lady Anais can do it. Always be confident. Like your family.”
Aden’s words threw a small ember into Anais’ chest.