episode_0022

The day the Anomia incident was reported.

“… .”

Naked Lee Se-ah stroked her chin and let out an exclamation.

She was soaking in the bathtub and looking at the TV hanging on the wall.

We already had information that Anomia was captured before the news came out.

However, no matter how much I thought about the news about Anomia, which was reported several times in the news, I could not stop being amazed.

“It’s really crazy… .”

Woojin Ahn.

This man is truly crazy.

He completely destroyed Anomia from the beginning of his term as leader.

The infamous villain group that was considered a nuisance by many academies, including Hanyang Federal Academy.

No matter how many times I say ‘this is amazing’, it would not be enough.

As a result of this incident, the position of Asung High School’s leading team in Academy City has grown even further.

Not Oh Baek-seo, a female student of the 6th rank who is called an undistinguished genius.

Thanks to the great performance of Ahn Woo-jin, a 4th-ranked male student.

“Wow, I owe a lot.”

─ Yes, thanks to you, I think things will go smoothly.

Lee Jeong-mi’s voice came from the phone placed on the table next to Se-ah.

“I really like that person. We should also express our gratitude, right?”

Anomia was also a thorn in the side of the mafia.

The most annoying intruder has disappeared thanks to Woojin, so I can’t express my gratitude to him again and again.

At the organizational level, Woojin had accumulated two debts. Se-Ah had no intention of ignoring the sense of debt.

─ Shall we prepare financial compensation? Or a rare magic tool. If we go a little further, artifacts might be okay. Thanks to him, it’s only a matter of time before we start generating huge profits in the future.

“No, if people like us give something like that to the leader, it’s a bribe… . It will be difficult.”

─ Doesn’t it depend on the cycle?

“Ah, that senior won’t like that. Because he is a person with a strong law-abiding spirit.”

Se-Ah grabbed her long black hair submerged in water and twisted it.

“Then, shall we do this?”

Se-Ah’s narrowed eyes drew lines like a fox’s smile.

* * *

There is a maximum of 5 candidates receiving platinum mileage each semester.

2 people after the midterm exam, 3 people after the final exam. In that way, it is granted in a lump sum on a set date. Of course, the number may be less, or there may be none.

Anyway, I would not be given platinum mileage until after the midterm exams.

However, there was no time to worry about mileage now.

I look back.

Today’s lunch, I was eating a sandwich made by Baek Seo on a bench behind a building with few people around.

The sounds of female students talking could be heard through the open window.

“This leading manager is amazing.”

I held my breath without realizing it.

I listened and listened to their conversation.

I know it’s not a good idea to eavesdrop, but since the conversation was directly related to my reputation, I couldn’t help but listen.

“The train incident was a bit suspicious, but this time, even Anomia was robbed… . Does it feel like seeing you again?”

“I admit it too. My skills are good.”

I nodded.

I have eyes to see.

“Still, it’s a bit disappointing that White Paper wasn’t in charge.”

huh?

“I think it would have been best if White Paper led the leadership team.”

“You’re okay with the leading manager now, right? Of course, Oh Baek-seo is a genius of the 6th rank… .”

“It’s because you didn’t read the white paper properly. I swear, no one in our school can even follow his toes. The world we live in is completely different. I wondered how a person could be so perfect, and that’s exactly what I felt after reading the white paper.”

“Hmm, is that tidy?”

“That’s about it, you guy. Honestly, the achievements accumulated by the leading manager this time would have been more, not less, if Baek Seo had been the manager?”

‘These kids… .’

Even though it’s a white paper, it doesn’t have any knowledge of the game.

intellectual superiority.

That was the power I had.

I admit that Baekseo is more capable than me in every way, but you couldn’t have caught Anomia without my game knowledge?

… It was impossible to argue so lamely.

I can’t even tell you my knowledge about the game.

If you look at it from another person’s perspective, it’s natural to have that kind of opinion.

Oh Baek-seo was such a special kid.

“In addition, White Paper was always first in terms of grades. It’s not that the current leader is a lesser person, but nothing can beat the white paper… . I don’t know if I think this because I know the white paper, but it’s a little disappointing. I think something would have changed more if Baek Seo had been the manager.”

Because of grades… .

Midterm exams are coming soon.

I had no intention of spending the exam period in a daze like this and being overshadowed by the white paper.

And now.

I was reading a textbook in the executive office of the leadership department.

‘Ugh… !’

I studied intensely while cheering myself up.

There was a lot to study. Korean, English, math, social studies, etc… .

In addition, I had to pay attention to practical subjects such as magic practical use and combat.

Because the leadership team had too much work to do, the amount of studying was insufficient.

Really, what would it have been like if I hadn’t studied ahead of time during vacation?

Just imagining it makes me dizzy.

I am the leader of the leadership department, the highest ranked military force, with about 400 people.

In order to maintain my dignity as a manager, it was essential to get top grades.

In any case, I must be an example to others.

Besides, this is the only way I can beat the white paper.

At least one thing needed to be more competent than the white paper.

A manager who is nothing better than a deputy manager.

If I continue like this, my face will be lost.

However, the current situation is that executives are gathered in the office.

Even if it was just to protect my image, I couldn’t just read the textbook without hesitation like a dog scooping up food.

So, in contrast to the storm inside, I was reading my textbook calmly and peacefully on the outside, pretending to read.

“Ha Yesong, appears like the wind!”

Ha Yesong opened the door to the leadership team’s executive office and came in.

“Welcome.”

“Welcome.”

“Hello.”

I said hello calmly without taking my eyes off the textbook, and Vice Manager Oh Baek-seo, who was organizing the bathroom, stuck her head out and said hello.

Accountant Yudo-gi, who was lying on the sofa with a book covering his face, showed no reaction. That was because I was sleeping soundly.

Park Min-hyuk, a clerk sitting across from her, tapped his laptop keyboard and greeted her.

“Wow, Manager! Are you really studying!?”

With eyes like a rabbit catching its prey, Yesong approached my desk.

“The midterm exam is coming soon. I was just skimming through the textbook.”

He answered calmly, as if emphasizing his leisure.

“As expected, manager… ! I have the luxury of being second in the whole school!”

“… … .”

sick.

It felt like a dagger was stabbed in my chest.

“Isn’t it obvious? Because our manager’s brain is unrivaled.”

“Ugh, that damn compliment again… .”

When Secretary Minhyuk intervened, Yesong opened his eyes and glared at him.

“But Yesong, don’t you study?”

He was telling me to relax and all.

“Yes, not yet. I always review so there is no problem!”

A triumphant Yesong.

“So what are you doing these days?”

“I usually spend this time visiting restaurants I’ve been wanting to go to.”

Yesong answered by putting his hands together and placing them on his chest.

“So, you don’t study?”

To summarize, that’s what it means.

“Director, is it really the most fun to have fun during exam period?”

“But… .”

that… That is correct.

The way to maximize the release of dopamine is to turn your back on the painful difficulties that are immediately in front of you and enjoy the deviation.

That was a privilege of life that could only be enjoyed during the exam period.

“Ehehe.”

Yesong chose to ‘live happily’ rather than the pain of exams.

Isn’t that also one of the ways to enjoy youth?

‘It’s comfortable inside…’ .’

Why am I becoming obnoxious?

This side is constantly trying to prevent the advent of dystopia… .

But I couldn’t say anything.

Actually, Yeson’s grades were good enough to not tarnish the image of a leading executive.

Contrary to appearance, I had actually been reviewing it consistently. What was contained in that smile was honesty itself.

It would be nice if there was a little more work.

“Manager, here.”

“Thank you.”

I took a sip of the warm coffee that White Paper brought.

Consume caffeine, an essential buff during the exam period.

Although I already drink energy drinks, sleep is a luxury for me right now.

Even if it was damaging to my health, I needed to consume more caffeine to drive away even the slightest desire for sleep.

“By the way, Park Min-hyuk, don’t you study?”

Yesong asked Minhyuk.

“For me, work comes first. Reducing the manager’s workload is much more valuable and important than exams.”

Does studying take a backseat?

“Anyway, you can beat the exam just by taking what you took in class.”

“Are you just flattered by receiving preferential treatment for your memory?”

Yesong snorted.

“Forgot? You’re terrible at math.”

“Isn’t it a bit of a mess?”

“Hey, Minhyuk Kun? Aren’t my application and mathematical skills inferior to mine? Minhyuk Kun, who has a great memory but can’t even calculate properly?”

“Not… place… .”

“That’s right? Shall we compare grades?”

Minhyuk couldn’t even stand Yesong’s playful teasing.

“No, that’s right… . I’m a bastard… .”

Minhyuk quickly lowered his head and fell into a sense of self-destruction. It’s the usual depressed state.

This guy’s mentality was as weak as a thin potato chip. Fight back a little bit.

Yesong gave me a look of triumph, as if he had won. whatever.

“I’m kidding, Minhyuk! Cheer up! Huh?”

Yesong giggled and grabbed Minhyuk’s shoulders and rocked him back and forth. Minhyuk flailed helplessly like a reed swaying in the wind.

“Manager. This is a gift I received from the student council earlier. Do you want to try it first?”

At that moment, White Paper naturally picked up a snack and put it to my mouth. The white paper’s soft voice was quite pleasant.

“Uh, good.”

“Ah~.”

Naturally, I ate what she offered.

It was a piece of sweet chocolate bread.

It was delicious.

“… … .”

by the way… White Paper’s smiling face was just like that of a daycare teacher who was happy after feeding a child something delicious.

I ate it out of reflex, but somehow it took a toll on my pride.

‘By the way, I’ve never seen him studying… .’

Five hundred books.

She has always taken first place in the entire school.

However, I have never seen White Paper studying.

Were you of this type in your past life?

The type that seems like they don’t study at all, but when they actually take the exam, they take the top spot.

I’m sure he’s studying with great concentration, piled up with reference books and workbooks, in a place where no one can see.

His ability is outstanding and his grades are top notch.

Looking back, he is a talent who is superior to me in every way.

So the white paper had no choice but to come to me as an even greater burden.

It feels like being an ant in front of an elephant. It’s overwhelming.

“Manager.”

“?”

Yesong was still holding Minhyuk’s shoulders and shaking him playfully.

Suddenly, White Paper covered his mouth with a hand visor, stuck his head out to me and whispered in a soft voice.

“Do you want to study alone together later?”

“Hmm?”

what?

‘Alone… ?’

Following the momentary excitement, my senses returned.

this… .

It was a huge opportunity.

I was so caught up in my competitive spirit that I forgot the basic fact that friends often study together.

It was clear that Baek Seo thought of me as a friend with whom he could treat with the greatest ease, and so made the offer.

The fact that I could study with a white paper seemed like a desirable fruit. I want to take a bite at any moment.

because.

‘You can see the white paper studying… ?’

Would I miss this opportunity?

All the guys in this club right now are my rivals. There are no exceptions.

Only I would know how the best student, the best student in the entire school, studied. If you get tired, you will win every battle.

Even if I’m petty, there’s nothing I can do about it.

There is no business in front of exams.

This was some kind of battle.

Before Baekseo changed his mind, he placed the hand awning over his mouth and immediately put his lips to her ear.

Thinking that I had to quickly seize the opportunity, I unconsciously became impatient with my movements.

“Yes, definitely. Together later.”

“… … !”

As soon as he whispered that, White Paper suddenly shook his head.

Then, very slightly, his body seemed to tremble once.

… No, you were shaking?

Did I see it wrong?

“Yes… .”

For some reason, unlike his usual relaxed movements, White Paper pulled his head away from me in a somewhat urgent manner.

“?”

what.

White Paper’s expression contained his usual elegant smile. Nothing seemed to have changed.

Was the feeling of discomfort a moment ago due to my mood?

“Drurling… .”

Suddenly, Accountant Yudoha started snoring. Everyone’s eyes turned towards that.

There was silence for a moment, starting with the guy’s snoring.

Doha is asleep on the sofa. The skirt was lowered so low that her underpants were clearly visible. Just looking at his posture, he reminded me of a man who came to a sauna.

“I guess I’ll get a perfect score in math again.”

Yesong said.

It’s not just math.

Doha also shows outstanding ability in accounting, an elective subject.

At least in subjects related to numbers, he is the strongest in name and reality. Even the Five Hundred Books is no match for him.

However, because he studied only the subjects he was interested in, his grades in other subjects were not very good.

Fortunately, his combat ability was excellent, so his overall score was always in the middle to upper middle range.

‘But there’s something he’s better at than white paper.’

For some reason, I felt skeptical.

‘I have to study… .’

My eyes returned to the textbook.

… …

“Didn’t we decide to study together? ?”

“That’s right.”

“But why here?”

Baek Seo and I came to the training room alone.

As a personal training space, I rented it today.

“Because it’s a little more secret here?”

A white paper that smiles meaningfully.

I couldn’t understand the party’s intention.