episode_0010

“I am the instructor in charge of class 1. I am the main character.”

Rohan was overwhelmed just by facing her.

I had an intuition that it was impossible to even compare it to my current strength or to the strength of my past life.

‘crazy···.’

There are people who give off such a strong impression just by looking at them. It’s to the point where you wonder if they’re even human.

The big game hunters you’ve encountered in your past life? They wouldn’t even be able to hand out business cards to the protagonist.

Rohan was glaring at the instructor, exclaiming in admiration.

A notification window popped up at just the right time.

[Face the Dragon Hunter. Achievement achieved.]

[You will receive 50P as an achievement reward.]

‘···!’

The meaning of ‘encountering’ an achievement is not something you can just look at in passing.

It varies from character to character, but it is a part that is fulfilled when you achieve a minimum level of affection or have a relationship.

The achievement was made possible by the connection between the protagonist and Rohan as instructor and cadet.

‘It applies much faster than the game?’

While Rohan was imprinting new information in his head.

The protagonist continued his voice by holding a thick pen hanging on the board.

“It’s the first day, so I’ll keep it simple and send you off. So focus.”

His sharp eyes scanned the cadets.

“First, I will explain the schedule going forward and what our class 1 will be aiming for over the next two years.”

Orion Academy is a two-year program. Once assigned to an instructor, you will stay with them until graduation.

It was a time that was too long to be called short, but too ambiguous to be called far. In order to run steadily during that time, setting a goal was important.

“The first priority is to develop and become stronger day by day. However, you should not neglect theory.”

It was clear who the target audience was.

Rohan, who received the lead actor’s gaze, remained silent, while Noah smiled brightly, wagging his tail.

“There are certainly moments when you feel like theories are useless when you get into real life. However, when you are really cornered, they can be a lifeline that saves your life.”

Joo-yeon, who had been unable to attend the meeting due to other work, carefully read the evaluations of the students assigned to her as soon as she returned to Academy City to determine their tendencies.

I wanted to praise Noah Frozenheart and Rohan for their practical skills, but when I thought about the one-liners I wrote down, my head started to hurt a little.

“And···There must be a clear standard. Does anyone know what the standard is for an F-class monster?”

The majority raise their hands.

The protagonist turned his gaze to the cadet sitting next to Noah Frozenheart.

‘Is that Ichinose Jun’s daughter?’

Ranked 1st in written exam among all cadets. Looking at the evaluation sheet, his practical exam is also not lacking.

If he can achieve that much at such a young age, isn’t he more talented than his father?

“Cadet Ichinose Yui. Explain.”

“F-class monsters are monsters that can easily be fought against a normal adult male with a weapon.”

“Right. Then what about B-class?”

“A monster surrounded by a special barrier called the ‘Abyss’, so normal physical powers do not work on it. You must use enough magic power to pierce the Abyss to inflict damage.”

“···Great. Sit down.”

An explanation that comes out as cleanly as a machine.

Ichinose Yui seemed to have memorized the Orion Academy textbook verbatim as a preview.

‘The theory is likely to have been completed through prior learning.’

The protagonist swallowed a bitter smile as he recalled Ichinose Yui’s parents.

“Let me make it simple. The goal that our class 1 needs to reach before graduation is a B grade.”

“!?”

Some cadets’ eyes shook as if there was an earthquake.

Because Class B is a class where famous armed forces are dispatched and suppressed immediately upon appearance.

“If you were to choose the monsters that fall into that category and appear most frequently in statistics···Owlbears and Frost Golems would be there.”

As soon as he finished speaking, the space was filled with a heavy silence, unlike before.

The protagonist began to describe in detail the picture he had envisioned.

“Of course, I’m not asking you to catch a B-class by yourself. I’m not asking you to do something so crazy. It’s enough to be able to break through the abyss surrounded by monsters and inflict damage.”

An attack that contains magical power must have the power or cohesion to break through barriers.

Because if the number of possible enemies increases by just one, it will give some breathing room on the battlefield.

If you can achieve that by the time you graduate from the academy, you will have the skills to be treated well wherever you go.

There are already cadets in this position who can do that.

“You don’t have to think too deeply about how to get there. I’ll make the most of the talents I’ve given you. Got it?”

“““Okay!”””

The cadets answer loudly as if they were being teased.

The lead actor had a strong charisma that made everyone answer at once.

“Continued.”

The protagonist writes numbers in large letters on the board.

The meaning of the numbers 11 was clear.

“If you have any questions or concerns that you are hesitant to decide on your own, please contact me anytime, day or night. I have registered all the numbers for Class 1, so please contact me.”

The cadets took out their phones and started registering numbers.

Rohan also took out the smartphone from his pocket.

‘I should ask about part-time jobs.’

The phone book and photo gallery remained blank until you touched them.

The gallery was filled with photos taken for the achievement, but the phone book was still empty.

It was a touching moment when a number was finally added.

“Inside Orion Academy and within sight, the instructors, including myself, will ensure safety. Because instructors have a duty to do so.”

But that won’t be possible after the academy classes are over and the cadets return to their dormitories.

That doesn’t mean instructors neglect outside work.

“So, if you get into a dangerous situation or trouble outside, it’s the same. Don’t be afraid of getting in trouble, and be sure to contact us.”

Rohan was impressed by her unwavering voice.

When I heard the story in person, which I had only seen in text, the sincerity and appeal conveyed in the voice was extraordinary.

‘He is a great person.’

The protagonist is an upright and good person who takes responsibility for his actions.

He is one of the main characters who saves the protagonist several times when he is in danger.

“And lastly.”

Joo-yeon, who had hung a pen next to the board, decided to briefly check the time and warn the cadets of one thing.

His voice was slightly lowered as if telling him to concentrate.

“Recently, the police department has been hearing a lot of scary rumors and is investigating them, so students should refrain from going out late at night.”

Rohan blinked at the instructor’s voice of encouragement.

‘That sentence···?’

The intense sense of foreboding felt from the last words spoken by the protagonist.

My head feels dizzy.

“ or more.”

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After the first day of school, the academy ended.

Rohan returned to the dormitory and continued to think over what Juyeon had said.

I installed the app to find part-time jobs, but I haven’t even tried it yet.

─Recently, the police department has been hearing a lot of ominous rumors and is currently investigating them, so students should refrain from going out late at night.

‘that···.’

Sure. It was quite a while ago, but I remember it well.

A prelude to a tutorial where you experience the battle system as the main character.

‘It’s certain that there is no protagonist in the Academy. What if there is no protagonist in this world?’

What on earth is going on?

I was curious to see how this case would be resolved right away.

‘Realistically, there’s a chance that the Elysium Police Department could subdue them.’

Rohan continued to speculate, looking at the ceiling, assuming that there was no main character.

The more he thought about it, the more he came to an unexpected and absurd conclusion, and Rohan furrowed his eyebrows and stroked his chin.

‘···Isn’t it a problem even if there is a main character?’

A righteous personality that cannot tolerate injustice is not bad. Thanks to this, various secrets are uncovered.

But if you ask me coolly, is that impulsive behavior really good?

In Abyss City, the basic method is to form a party with three people drawn from the gacha.

As is the case with most subculture games, the main character is not very good. I don’t remember using him except in the beginning.

Is it to the extent that you are forced to see faces during the story?

‘If I had it, I would be able to walk around with my legs crossed.’

Even if you think positively, that’s as far as it goes.

What is the reality now? This is not a game anymore.

How far can the protagonist delve without a capable party member?

“Hmm···.”

Take your time, think it over, and come to a conclusion.

And then he clicked his tongue.

Rohan was frustrated that it was all just speculation.

‘Should I go there myself?’

It’s a dark time that fits perfectly with the tutorial.

Rohan opened his closet and pulled on a black hoodie.

Bam!

Rohan turned the doorknob and walked out of the dormitory, feeling the cold air that was incomparable to the afternoon.

I stopped by a convenience store and bought the cheapest mask I could find, covering my mouth.

“···.”

I wonder if those guys will be there today or not.

Rohan couldn’t guarantee anything because the protagonist wasn’t where he should be.

Thud. Thud. Thud.

Rohan’s steps moved without hesitation in the direction of the girls’ dormitory.

I noticed a car parked on the way to the dormitory.

‘···there is.’

A gray passenger car with dark tinting that makes the interior invisible.

There is one vehicle that looks exactly like the one seen in the game, but it’s still too early to tell.

Rohan approached the vehicle.

I knocked on the driver’s side window.