Episode 223
59. Freshman Entrance Ceremony (1)
Theodore Lincoln got up early in the morning and started dressing up.
After showering, brushing your hair neatly, and dressing neatly in school uniform.
I also forgot to spray the expensive perfume I brought from home.
In the end, it was only after preparing two more hours than usual, Theodore finally smiled.
An appearance and dignity that does not bow down compared to anyone on Paradise Island.
Because he was the eldest son of the Prime Minister of the Federal Republic of Eurakia and Theodore who represents the future of his country’s youth.
Today, I had no choice but to pay more attention to my makeup.
that too.
It was because it was the first official entrance ceremony that took place after entering Nakwon Island.
Originally, it should have been held last week, but it was postponed due to the recent ‘large-scale expedition’ incident.
No matter how much the Prime Minister was restrained, the details could not be known.
Triston’s successor, Aidan Christopher, and Artel’s princess Ishtar Arhalten were sealed as heroes.
It was clear that this was not a trivial event. It wasn’t very good that the school year was delayed by a week, though.
“Good luck.”
The maid politely greets Theodore as he exits the dormitory.
“Okay.”
He also smiled softly in response.
Good day.
How long have you been waiting for this moment?
In addition to simply learning swordsmanship and accumulating skills, there were a lot of tasks to be solved.
It was impossible without school opening, so I was able to take the first step.
So, on my way to Arthur’s school.
Theodore Lincoln could see a familiar back.
Brilliant platinum-colored hair, and a pure white robe over the school uniform.
It was a girl who slowly climbed uphill with a holy sword worn only by paladins on her waist.
Yura Esther, the ‘Sacred Flower Candidate’ of the Acryon Holy Empire.
A freshman who entered Paradise Island this year with Theodore Lincoln.
Among his classmates, he was one of the top five celebrities, including Theodore, in terms of fame alone.
‘Did you go to Arthur’s Faculty? It’s surprising.’
Of course, because it was the first time that the Seonghwa Woman candidate went to Paradise Island, not the academy of the Holy Empire itself.
There was no reason to think that it was unusual.
Except for the pure healing priests, the priests of Canaan’s temple were basically combat priests who also mastered swordsmanship and martial arts.
In the first place, he even operated a powerful armed organization called the Holy Knights.
‘Ummm… … .’
Theodore pondered for a moment.
To be honest, he didn’t seem very friendly to Yura Esther.
It was not because of personal reasons, but because of the political relationship involved in her admission.
The great war 300 years ago ended, and countries around the world formed a kind of national coalition.
It’s called ‘Union’.
This was to remove the buds by quickly joining forces when a strong evil such as a demon lord trembled.
The Holy Empire of Acryon did not join the Union.
They said it was to maintain political neutrality… … Theodore knew that it was in order not to lose its identity as a sole religious state.
‘It’s your own rice bowl fight.’
The intangible power of religion is quite powerful. Religion has always been connected with politics.
In fact, there is nothing like religion to judge a person’s morality and to draw the sympathy of the people.
Therefore, Akrion is absolute.
Among the religions spread across the continent, it is a nation that is the predecessor of the Canaanite temple, which maintains the strongest power.
Not empty words, it could even determine the existence of a nation if the high priest wanted it to do so.
What if the temple condemns the leader of a country as a heretic or apostate?
As long as the shrine doesn’t withdraw its decision, that person’s political life is over.
People are easily agitated than expected.
In a word, if it is the words of the leaders of their religion, there are many who will cover their eyes and ears and wield swords.
Perhaps the reason for admitting the Seonghwa Woman candidate to Nakwon Island is in line with the past.
It was clear that Union’s breath was meant to directly check the arrival of Nakwon Island.
That’s right.
What should I do as a next-generation leader who will lead the Union and the Federal Republic of Eurakia in the future?
Theodore, who made a decision after serious deliberation, approached Yura Esther and drew her name.
“It’s nice to meet you, Yura Esther.”
“Hik!”
“… … ????”
Suddenly, not knowing who was coming, she screams in shock.
His mind went blank for a moment, but Theodore quickly judged the situation and reacted.
“Oh, I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to surprise you… … .”
“Okay, that’s fine. For some reason, I feel like I can’t sleep well. I’m sensitive. sorry.”
Yura Esther also admits her negligence and apologizes hastily.
The gaze of those around him, which was focused on Yura’s scream for a moment, is also quickly scattered.
It was a fresh feeling for Theodore, who had lived her whole life with interest and gaze.
‘Is this the story of me and Yura Esther being insignificant?’
Although he is the eldest son of a national leader, he is one of the closest to the symbol of a great religion.
The people of Paradise Island only glanced at them, but no one looked at them as if they were great.
“Theodore… … Are you Lincoln? He is in the same grade as me.”
“Oh, yes. It is an honor to meet you.”
“Nice to meet you, too.”
Yura Esther smiled softly. Is she really a prostitute candidate? Even the smallest expression on his face looked divine.
Theodore turned his head slightly at the burdensome gaze and asked a question lightly.
“Are you going to Arthur’s Faculty?”
“Yes, Theodore Lincoln went to Arthur’s Faculty, didn’t you?”
“Probably so.”
“I heard the rumors too.”
“If the road is the same anyway, would it be okay if I accompany you?”
“Of course!”
The two freshmen quickly walked towards the Gray Fortress, step by step.
“Isn’t this your first time coming out of the Holy Empire?”
“Yes. Something feels very new. It feels good.”
“I’ve been to all over the world, but… … It’s the first time I’ve been to a place with a bizarre atmosphere like Paradise Island.”
In a way, it was a nonsensical conversation, but it was just a conversation to build friendships.
Surprisingly, the two could not hide their genuinely pleasant feelings.
will be excited
Because I was a politician and a boy and a girl who were only 17 years old before becoming a prostitute.
As we walked while having a conversation, the entrance to the fortress, which seemed far away, spreads out in front of our eyes.
An unbelievable building for a faculty, a fortress boasting an iron-clad defense.
He has the dignity of a brave and strong knight who tells him to come in when he wants to come in.
“This is the highest educational institution that trains outstanding warriors on the continent… … .”
Theodore Lincoln let out a sigh of relief.
Arthur’s Faculty at Paradise School.
It was a place to be thoroughly cracked and broken over the next four years.
“New students here! The entrance ceremony will be held at the Grand Training Center!”
As I entered the fortress, I saw a line of figures that looked like teaching assistants dividing the students.
Students moving side to side like a stream of water splitting.
Theodore and Yura followed the guidance and entered the building close to the huge stadium.
About 120 people.
This was the number of freshmen admitted to Arthur’s Faculty this year.
If there is a lot, it is a lot, if there is a small number, it is a small number, but compared to Arthur’s great training ground, the number of people is far too small.
All the freshmen are amazed at the magnificence that cannot be thought of as a simple training ground.
The two of them looked around the training ground for a while, too.
“I have no choice but to admit it.”
“It’s much bigger than the place where the Holy Knights of the Holy Empire are trained.”
In the meantime, there was a shout that chewed up the chatter of hundreds of people at once.
“Everyone jumoo!!!!”
Unusual black sunglasses and a red hat lightly tucked over his head.
Even in early spring, when the weather hasn’t been warmed up yet, in short sleeves, he was incredibly muscular at first glance.
An impression that can only be characteristic if it is characteristic.
‘Professor Bled.’
Theodore could immediately recall his name.
Even in the Federal Republic of Eurakia, there are quite a few people from Paradise Island.
Before going to college, Theodore visited such people one by one and gathered relevant information.
It was because he was the professor I never left out.
Demon Professor.
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Muscle growth and protein incarnation.Rather, he was a man known for being good at transforming people physically through training enough to beg for death.
The meeting place, which was cluttered with Bled’s appearance, was quickly cleaned up.
“Everyone, gather in the 5th row! hurry!”
He moved in harmony with the orders that followed. The same was true for Theodore and Yura.
As long as you have entered Paradise Island, it is better to give up respect from professors.
A paradise of talent and effort, which is thoroughly evaluated only by ability rather than status.
Theodore was determined to give up his post as the prime minister’s eldest son for the future.
“It’s good that this freshman is fast. But, I don’t have enough courage.”
Bled nodded and added. Then, a familiar face appeared to Theodore.
“As expected, there are a lot of notable friends this year too!”
A middle-aged man in a stylish uniform stands out with his charismatic eyes.
Irkan Bradamante.
Dean of the Arthur Faculty and descendant of the former warrior hero Arthur Bradamante.
He and Theodore had already had one-on-one relationship with him as a priest. As soon as I arrived on Paradise Island, I was even bold a few times.
“After you guys arrived, the island was a little dizzy.”
Arthur Bradamante’s welcoming speech began with a description of the expedition.
It was a very sudden and difficult opponent, but when everyone worked together as one, he was able to defeat it.
Sentences that inspire students’ commitment and expectations.
Is it really the dean?
Aside from being his teacher, Theodore had no choice but to immerse himself in Irkan’s charisma.
All 120 students were looking at Dean Irkan.
With eyes full of fierce fighting spirit and longing for the future.
“Can you tell us Arthur’s educational policy?”
“The strong one wins!!”
“Yes. The strong one wins. We were strong and won this expedition! Now that you have seen it with your own eyes, it is your turn to prove it!!”
“Wow!”
The cheers of the freshmen filled the stadium. The cool breeze made the air scorching hot.
“So, in order to understand the skills of the candidates and to provide an educational curriculum that suits them… … .”
Is it Dalian?
Theodore, who had obtained the information in advance, smiled.
This means that freshmen will compete in a batch at the entrance ceremony, and will be assigned to a class according to the results of the match.
Since Theodore had a knack for swordsmanship, he was already smiling triumphantly.
But.
“We had to go through a match, but due to the curriculum changed from this year, we will be put into the dungeon right away!”
“-?!”
Everyone is flustered at the sudden announcement of the dungeon launch.
“I will call each group from now on. Those who have been called may exit to the right and wait in a line.”
At Irkan’s words, a student ran out of the speech and said:
“Come on, wait! Dungeon? Are you going into the dungeon right now?”
“right. That’s all for today’s academic calendar.”
“Don’t you think it’s too dangerous? There are a lot of people who have never been in a real battle before!”
Theodore Lincoln agreed.
Simple battles and dungeon attacks are different from the start.
The dungeon was real.
A real battle in which you have to wield a sword with the determination to really kill and kill monsters.
No matter how talented he was, this was out of the question.
“Don’t worry. It’s an introductory dungeon to Hisperif.”
“Isn’t the difficulty level a problem?!”
Of course, he knew the contents of the introductory dungeon to Hisperiif in advance.
But, is it suddenly put in like this?
Theodore was also quite confused, but Irkan simply dismissed the student’s opinion.
“It’s the academic decision. If you don’t like it, go home.”
There’s no way I couldn’t keep chasing after hearing those words.
Unlike before, when they were full of blood, the students’ faces were full of tension.
“I know what you are worried about. So this time, specially with your freshmen, I have assigned people who will be put into the dungeon to evaluate their skills.”
As Irkan clap his hands, the heavily armed men appear one after another from the back of the podium.
‘They’re all faces.’
2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade.
The seniors who went on to Arthur’s Faculty, especially those who had a reputation for having excellent skills.
Romantic barista.
Camilla, the 17th head of the Hwagwon-ryu family.
Black Byron.
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Magic swordsman Bernax, etc.Theodore should be the first to make friends on Paradise Island, and they are valuable talents.
“Hey.”
However, Yura Esther, who was by her side, made a sound of suffocation and stepped back.
“Why?”
Theodore reflexively follows Yura’s gaze.
‘ah… … ?’
Last time, I saw the figure of the senior I met at the solo table with Irkan.
Baek Sanwoo of the Eastern Federation.
Yura Esther’s eyes were fixed on him.