7 Angry If you’re aiming for my place (2)
why are you here
The question posed by Yoles was quite vicious.
It was an ambiguous question that was difficult to predict how to answer.
However, now is a special time as it is the first lecture since entering the academy.
At this meaningful event, what message does Yoles want to convey to the students?
Thinking about this gives you the answer.
“A thousand years ago.”
“Well… … ?”
I started talking in a calm voice.
Like other students, I did not intend to end with a short answer.
“A thousand years ago, His Majesty the Iron-Blood Swordsman established this Lichtenauer Swordsmanship Academy.”
The Iron Blood Swordsman was the first emperor who founded the empire.
The fact that the Empire revered swordsmanship and that only those who achieved excellent results at the swordsmanship academy were able to rise to high ranks… It all started with the iron blood sword era.
“In the war that preceded it, mankind suffered great damage. This academy was established by Your Majesty in case such a war occurs again.”
“… … .”
“The Empire invests huge budgets from generation to generation to educate young people in order to nurture them into talents who can cope with such situations.”
I continued speaking in a calm voice.
“As the leaders of imperial society, we have to live up to their expectations.”
“… … .”
“There is no need for aristocrats who simply enjoy power. Only those with the ability to respond to the war that will someday and the threats from monsters and demons that continue to this day are qualified to lead this country.”
That is the ideology that governs this empire… The purpose of the academy is to exist.
The message that Yoles wanted to convey in the first lecture was this.
“We came to this academy to become the swords of the Empire, Professor.”
Hearing my answer, Yoles was silent for a while.
The students were also holding their breath, waiting for Yols’ response.
and… Finally, Yoles spoke up.
“I’m sorry.”
Upon hearing this, some students sighed in disappointment.
However, that was a hasty reaction.
“With all that said, what the hell am I supposed to say? I’ve been preparing all the time, but to no avail.”
“… … !”
“It was the perfect answer.”
In front of the students who were holding their breath, Yoles said in a serious voice.
“What is your name?”
“This is Ernas Landsstein.”
“Remember, Ernas,”
Yoles nodded, remembering my name, and shouts could be heard from all around the classroom.
“Listen everyone. This empire is a land of swords.”
Quieting the students, Yoles said in a solemn voice.
“As Ernas just said, running the academy in the empire is to train you into a usable sword. If you’re nothing but a rusty, useless knife, this country doesn’t need it.”
“… … !”
“The Empire. And make it a sword that can protect the subjects of the Empire. If you constantly train and train, and become a brilliant sword… … .”
Yoles said, looking around us all.
“Naturally, the road to glory will be opened.”
“… … !”
If you become an excellent swordsman who contributes to the country, you will naturally rise in the ranks and raise the status of your family.
So, don’t be foolish and practice your sword with a sense of duty… In the end, what Yoles wanted to say was this.
“Then let’s get to the actual lecture. In the morning, I will teach you the theoretical knowledge you need to acquire in order to reach the state of Graduation… … .”
Yoles picked up the chalk to write on the blackboard.
“In the afternoon, to check your current skills, we are going to have a match in which everyone participates.”
“… … !”
Dalian time in which everyone participates.
Hearing this, many students looked nervous.
* * *
‘How could Ernas give such an excellent answer… … .’
While listening to the lecture, Serine glanced at the back of Ernas who was sitting in front of her.
In fact, Serine had a similar thought, but when she was pointed out, she was not confident in answering as well as Ernas.
It was because he was in a state of drowsiness at the sense of intimidation he felt from Yols.
‘I answered it very naturally, like flowing water. Did you have an answer prepared in advance? Or was it your usual thought?’
The Ernas that Serine knew is a staunch selfish person.
I will become a sword fighting to protect the country… I can’t have that kind of thinking.
‘Yeah, I just gave an answer that suited the taste of the professor. By the way… … .’
Serene let out a small sigh.
‘Why am I so impressed with Ernas’ words?’
As the characters who will become the leaders of the imperial society, you have to live up to your expectations.
There is no need for aristocrats who simply enjoy power.
Only those who can respond to threats are qualified to lead this country.
These are all things Serine had been vaguely thinking about for a long time.
Ernas clearly and concretely summed it up.
‘Ernas, which one are you?’
Could it be that an egoist who only knew himself or herself was just casually arguing about the truth?
Or did he proudly reveal the ideal he had hidden in his heart?
Not knowing which one it was, Serine was confused.
‘you… I don’t know.’
Serine had misunderstood Ernas’ skills.
perhaps… He may have misunderstood Ernas’ personality as well.
* * *
After the morning theory lecture, the students headed to the cafeteria attached to the dormitory.
Because the imperial government provides sufficient support, the food served at the restaurant is of very high quality.
‘This is a really well-made setup.’
I wanted to compliment myself.
If it had been described as the food that medieval students ate to preserve reality, I would have shed tears of blood at every meal.
“Ernas, you can give me the attendance sheet like this from now on.”
“All right.”
However, since I am the CEO, I couldn’t start eating right away because it was lunch time.
Even now, in the classroom where all the students had left, she was tidying up with Anneliese.
“Then let’s go, Instructor.”
“Yes, enjoy your meal.”
After tidying up, I headed to the restaurant.
However, as soon as I left the school building, there was a student blocking my way.
“Are you okay for a moment, Ernas-sama?”
“… … .”
It was a girl with long blue hair that was almost light blue.
He had a pitiful impression that made him look a little weak, but he was approaching me without hesitation with a soft smile.
“What’s going on, Chloe Yousburg?”
“Oh, I’m happy.”
She covered her mouth with her hand and smiled.
“I didn’t know that Ernas-sama would know my name.”
“As the class representative, you should remember the names of your classmates.”
Of course, I know her name because she is the main character in the novel.
Like Serine, she is a companion character to the main character Acandel, and although she lacks swordsmanship, she is a ‘staff’ type heroine who solves problems with knowledge and wisdom.
“Still, I’m glad that Ernas-sama called you by name like this. ‘What the fuck are you talking to me?’ And I thought, what if you react coldly?”
“Did I look like such a cheeky person?”
“You are the heir to the master swordsman Landsstein, so I thought you wouldn’t mix well with the daughter of a small Viscount family like myself.”
Chloe looked up at my face and smiled again.
It was Chloe’s characteristic smile that was portrayed in the novel, which seemed to play aegyo but did not lose the innocent atmosphere.
Anyone who does not know its nature will melt in front of this smile, regardless of gender.
“So, what’s going on?”
“I had information I wanted to give to Ernas-sama so that he could perform his duties well.”
Chloe came closer to me and whispered in a low voice.
“Schmitz-sama, the successor of the southern Hartmann family, is aiming for the position of Ernas-sama’s representative.”
“… … .”
It’s hard to imagine from her humble and pitiful appearance, but Chloe has the ability to gather information better than anyone else.
He must have already understood that Schmidt was moving along with his faction to take control of the Black 6th class.
“The students from the south assigned to Black Class 6 have already gathered around Schmitz-sama. Sooner or later, Ernas-sama will rebel against you.”
“… … .”
“I think we need to do something… If that’s okay with you, can I help you?”
Chloe said, putting her hand on her chest.
“Ernas-sama doesn’t seem to have any intention of accepting a specific student as an entourage, but it would be better for this side to form a force to counter Schmitz-sama’s faction. I know a few students who want to follow Ernas-sama, and I would like to introduce them to you.”
“… … .”
“How are you?”
Chloe must have witnessed me shun my followers yesterday.
But now she’s encouraging me to form a faction.
This is because only when a faction is formed can he occupy the second-ranked position.
‘Chloe Jusburg is such a person.’
In a way, it is similar to Ernas in the novel.
Because it depends more on the craftsmanship than on his own strength.
Fortunately, unlike Ernas, he is not a vicious character.
‘But, you don’t have to move according to the picture this guy draws.’
Chloe will want to control me as she pleases.
But I was going to control Chloe as I wanted.
“I’m sorry, but I refuse.”
“yes?”
Hearing the cold voice, Chloe slightly widened her eyes.
“I have no intention of forming a faction at this point.”
“… … .”
“For now, I want to focus on building basic skills while adjusting to the academy.”
As the story progresses, you will have to create forces.
Cases that are difficult to solve alone will occur.
But, at this point… It’s enough for me alone.
“If Schmitz challenges me, I’ll take care of it.”
“Are you really okay?”
“okay.”
There was a slight disappointment in Chloe’s eyes.
If I go out like this, there’s no room for Chloe to intervene as a staff member.
“still… … .”
“… … ?”
“Thanks for the advice.”
Upon hearing the words of thanks, Chloe gave a slightly surprised expression.
“I will solve the Schmitz problem, but… I might ask for help with other things later, so I hope you can help me at that time.”
“Ah yes… … .”
“Then, good luck in the future.”
Saying so, I reached out my hand and asked for a handshake.
But Chloe hesitated without holding my hand.
“Hey, are you okay?”
“what?”
“Since earlier, Serine-sama has been spying on me from the corner over there.”
“… … .”
After hearing Chloe’s words, I turned around and saw Serine was really hiding behind the pillar and spying on me.
‘What the hell are you doing?’
It was a bit incomprehensible.
It’s not like he’s looking for an opportunity to challenge me again.
“Can I hold hands with another woman in front of my fiance?”
“You should already know. The engagement has been cancelled.”
“Is it really canceled?”
“Why are you suspicious?”
“I just wanted to check.”
Saying that, Chloe smiled.
“If it’s a simple handshake anyway, there’s no need to attach any significance to it.”
“right.”
“I wish you all the best in the future, Ernas-sama.”
Chloe took my hand.
It was a delicate and soft hand that was not like a person who had practiced swords.
“Yes, please.”
For some reason, as I felt Serine’s gaze gradually sting, I concentrated my senses on Chloe’s hand.
[Attempts to ‘reproduce abilities’ for the character ‘Chloe Yousburg’.]
Absorbing Chloe’s powers, in order to gain the power to fight Schmitz Hartmann.