episode_0041

41.

Chris and Vera were engaged.

Riel was confused by the sudden words.

“I think Riel Young-ae knows how bad a scandal can be for a young woman. In reality, if there are strange rumors about Chris without any intentions, it won’t be good for Riel Young-ae either.”

“Yes… .”

When Riel heard that Vera was Chris’s fiancée, she felt like she was a cheating woman who got caught by her first wife and got scolded.

“If anyone asks, tell them straight out that you have no interest in Chris and that the rumors are completely unfounded.”

Riel was so intimidated that he just nodded to Bara’s words.

“I’m sorry that I caused trouble to Vera Youngae for no reason.”

Riel bowed his head.

“No. What’s wrong with Riel Youngae? It’s my fault for having a thoughtless fiancé and spreading strange rumors.”

Vera smiled generously.

Vera lifted her skirt slightly, said goodbye, and left.

Riel stood alone, lost in thought.

‘Did it seem to those around me that I was trying to seduce Chris Young-sik?’

As I thought about that, my face turned red with shame.

Bodyguard Lisa came toward the flower bed.

“I ran into Vera Youngae at the corner earlier. What did you two talk about?”

Riel was a person who didn’t have any friends, not only male but also female.

I asked because I didn’t think I would have a chance to talk to Vera, who was one of the most popular kids at the academy.

“That’s… .”

Riel told Vera that she had heard that Chris was her fiancé.

If I told anyone, it would be damaging to Vera Youngae’s reputation, but Lisa was tight-lipped, so I could believe her.

“That was something I didn’t know. Well, considering that the Delun family and the Morgan family have a lot of interaction with each other in their neighboring territories, it’s not at all strange that such talk is going around.”

Riel was so frustrated that she wanted to pour out her heart to Lisa.

“Chris Young-sik and Vera Young-ae didn’t seem to be on good terms. Why did they suddenly bring this up to me?”

“People’s minds can change. Honestly, I didn’t find Chris Young-sik attractive at all in the past, but he’s changed a bit these days, right? He works out hard, lost a lot of weight, and awakened as a summoner, so his grades are top class. Wouldn’t it be strange if women don’t like him?”

Riel agreed with Lisa’s words.

The old Chris had a… kind of gloomy and gloomy vibe.

It felt like a stinking trash can that you didn’t want to go near.

It was clear that something was rotting inside, but I was afraid to open it because I didn’t know what was rotting.

But now Chris is completely different.

Detailed and thoughtful… As I approached, it felt like a spring breeze was blowing and I felt like I was about to take a nap under the perfect sunlight.

“In my opinion… Chris Young-sik has feelings for Riel Young-ae.”

Riel was surprised by Lisa’s words.

“What?”

“I thought about it from the Northmunster snowfield. Why would Chris Young-sik be so active in saving Young-ae? Did he just go out of his way to save his friend without any intention?”

Come to think of it, Count Hayes said something similar.

“No, Chris Young-sik said he just saved me because he wanted to save a friend.”

Riel shook her head, denying Lisa’s words.

“Hey, that’s embarrassing in front of the lady, so I made that up. In my opinion, it’s more than 90 percent likely that Chris Young-sik likes the lady. ”

“How do you know Chris Young’s mind… .”

Riel was half in doubt.

“It’s better to look at it from the side. You can tell just by looking at it. When Chris Young-sik first entered school, he followed the girl around and stole things, right?”

It doesn’t really match because the image is so different now, but something like that definitely happened.

“That’s all because young boys are trying to get the attention of the girls they like.”

“I like you, so why are you bothering me? I should treat you well… .”

Riel tilted his head.

“That’s how it was originally. Maybe he changed his strategy because he didn’t get any response from Miss Riel after harassing her like that?”

“What are you talking about?”

“I decided to be honest. Why doesn’t Chris Youngsik talk to me a lot these days?”

As Lisa said, whenever they met Chris Youngsik, he would approach them first.

“It seems like you’re asking about my well-being because you’re worried about me… .”

“That’s all interest and love!”

Lisa raised her voice as if she was frustrated.

“But Chris Young-sik has a fiancée named Vera Young-ae… .”

“In my opinion, Chris Young-sik is not interested in Vera Young-ae. She has a pretty face, but she has a strong personality. The person Chris Young-sik likes is the type who is careful like a young lady!”

Lisa declared.

‘Does Chris Youngsik really like me like Lisa said?’

Riel’s mind became complicated.

#

The academy’s final exams are just one month away.

The highlight of the final exams, no matter what anyone says, was the tournament competition between cadets of combat professions.

The students were all talking about who would win the tournament.

“Nick Galloway, ranked #1, will win.”

When one cadet spoke, everyone seemed to agree.

Nick’s skills were that overwhelming.

Then one of the students expressed a different opinion.

“Chris Young-sik’s recent growth has been unparalleled. Who knows, maybe Chris Young-sik will beat Nick and become the new champion.”

Generally, the names of Chris and Nick were mentioned.

Who will be the new top student of the Academy’s first year?

Anticipation was running high.

#

Chris was absorbed in his training, not caring whether people around him were talking about him or not.

Under Ray’s supervision, we trained hard until the sun went down on the parade ground.

I was alternating between magic control training and physical training every day.

Chris was running 100 laps around the training ground again today, his bag full of sand.

Chris’s nape glistened with sweat.

However, Chris, with strong will, managed to complete the 100th lap.

Chris lay down on the floor, catching his breath.

“Chris. You finished 100 laps in 4 hours. Your cardiopulmonary endurance has improved significantly.”

Ray felt good about Chris’ steady growth.

Lily handed Chris a canteen.

“Thank you for your hard work, Master.”

Chris gulped down the water from the canteen Lily had given him.

“Let’s get some rest and call it a day.”

Chris always went back to the dormitory when the sun set and it got dark after he did his physical training, so he could see the stars.

But now the sun was setting and the sky was turning a crimson sunset.

It has greatly reduced the time.

‘Chris, the guy. He’s average in talent, but strong-willed.’

What he lacked in talent he was able to cover up with Ray’s guidance and his own efforts.

‘If I keep practicing, I might become a great summoner like Jude someday.’

After resting for a while, I was about to return to the dormitory.

Ranked 1st in the Academy’s first year rankings.

champion,

Nick Galloway approached Chris.

“Hey, it looks like you’re training hard?”

Nick spoke in a friendly tone, running one hand through his shoulder-length white hair.

“There’s less than a month left until the final exam. I have to study hard.”

Chris took it indifferently.

“Good. Are you training so hard to beat me? If so, would you be happy?”

“I’m just doing my usual training.”

“Really? Then that’s a shame. I thought you were training hard to beat me.”

Nick shrugged his shoulders, as if his disappointment was exaggerated.

“You came here because you had something to say, right? I’m going back to the dormitory now that training is over.”

Chris gently told her to get out if she had nothing to say.

“I came here to brag and give advice.”

“Advice?”

“I finally succeeded in my second awakening this afternoon. I went from being a knight to a dragon slayer.”

Nick took out his favorite dragon spear and held it in his hand.

fault!

Nick instantly jumped nearly ten meters into the air.

Then he fell like a spear towards a huge rock that Chris had moved for practice.

The sight was like thunder striking.

Kookwakwang!

A loud explosion blew up dust and dirt all around.

“Oh, no?!”

The solid rock that Chris had been pounding on for over a month was now crumbling into pieces, leaving no trace of its shape.

“I think the corner you believe in is that little dragon friend… .”

Nick pointed his finger at Ray.

“Dragon’s weakness attribute defense is ignored, 10x damage.”

“What?”

“As a Dragon Slayer’s job characteristic, if your dragon summons are hit by my attacks, they will die. You’d better come up with another plan quickly. Otherwise, your summons will turn into rocks right after the match starts.”

Nick’s appearance was overflowing with the intimidating aura of a number one ranked champion.

“Why are you telling me this?”

Nick smiled at Chris’ question, closing the window.

“I mean, I’m glad a rival like you, Chris, has appeared. Up until now, they’ve all been petty.”

“Trivial?”

“You wouldn’t know. If there are only weak people around you, it’s just a waste of time fighting. Jeremy was the only one who was okay, but he’s in the hospital too.”

Chris glared at Nick.

Nick tapped Chris on the shoulder.

“So, try hard to find a way to beat me. So that the tournament finals don’t become trivial.”