episode_0120

After a sweet holiday that came out of nowhere for the first-year students of Orion Academy,

There was a small event in the resumed daily life.

Today, both the first and second graders gathered in the auditorium to have an assembly.

In the auditorium, several high-ranking security officers were sitting and greeting the instructors first.

And the start of the morning session.

As the lead actor grabs the microphone from the corner and taps it with his finger, the cadets stop their chatter and look forward.

─ Let’s begin the morning roll call.

Go through the little steps one by one.

Rohan sang a song he had never heard of before, saying that he would sing the Orion Academy school song.

Each person saluted, recalling the country they belong to.

And the long-awaited time.

─ Next, we will have the award ceremony. First year award winner, Lee Rohan, will be in the front.

When Joo-yeon called his name, Rohan, who had been sitting, jumped up and headed forward.

Move as previously announced.

I climbed up the stairs that were only six steps long and stood in front of a wooden platform with a microphone attached to it.

On the podium sat a middle-aged male constable wearing an ornate insignia.

The constable, holding a crisp piece of paper, began to read the letters in a resonant voice.

“List. Sanitation Cadet severely punishes criminals who disturb the public order, single-handedly destroys the organization, and makes a great contribution to rescuing innocent hostages···.”

The police have concluded their investigation.

Now, I have finally received the payment for the organization Hwangseomdan (黃蟾團) that I dealt with together with Clara.

The amount was not small, so they planned to use it as a deposit to buy Clara’s house.

Since Zion bought the mansion, they can just split the money in half.

“This award is given for your contribution. Elysium Chief of Police, Grand Admiral.”

─ Please give us a big round of applause to congratulate us.

As Joo-yeon takes the microphone again, the cadets’ applause can be heard behind him.

“You did a great job. With students like this, I can finally retire.”

The sheriff, who had turned off the microphone, smiled and added a private comment.

Rohan, who expressed his gratitude, politely accepted the award and tucked it under his arm.

Then a thick hand is extended.

Rohan shook hands without refusing.

‘···Look at this old man.’

The calluses and energy felt in his thick hands are unusual.

You can tell even without emitting magic power.

This middle-aged sheriff.

Although not as strong as the main character, he is stronger than the average instructor.

─ This concludes the award ceremony.

Rohan turned around, saluted, and came down the stairs, recalling what he had learned.

He returned to his seat and calmed Gilbert down, who looked like he was going to scream at any moment.

‘It’s burdensome.’

Sitting down, Rohan felt the various gazes focused on him.

It’s exactly as the lead actor said.

The academy has many cadets who value honor because their family name is on their shoulders.

That’s why I said that giving awards in front of everyone would be a good driving force.

However, mental education is necessary to avoid doing things unreasonably with unfounded confidence.

I feel that what they said about it being a good motivation for the cadets was not wrong.

─ ···.

The protagonist puts down the microphone and starts talking to the instructors who came next to him.

After receiving the information, he brings the microphone closer to his lips again.

─ The Dean will now give a speech. Students, please stand.

The cadets rose up in droves.

The Dean of the Academy steps out from behind the curtain.

An old man with a long, white beard.

The oriental style clothing of Samhwaguk, which boasts a relaxed body that contrasts with the wrinkled face, is worn.

The dean, with his dignified presence, stood on the podium.

The Dean faced the bright-eyed students head-on.

The atmosphere changed in an instant and a soft smile appeared.

“Let’s all sit down and listen comfortably.”

─ Take a seat.

As the lead actor’s words continued, the cadets all sat down in their seats.

“There may be a perception that the word ‘education’ is boring and a place where old people show off their pedantic ways.”

Everyone listens quietly.

It wasn’t even a question that required an answer.

“That’s not wrong. From now on, I will remind you of the current situation based on past experiences to those who will lead the future.”

A part where you are sure what topic you will be discussing.

“You are all probably aware that dimensional cracks have recently occurred not only in Academy City but also in many countries.”

The dean, with his smile erased, continued speaking.

“There have been many natural disasters in the world so far. Unspeakable disasters have always threatened humanity.”

Rohan met eyes with the lead actor standing next to the stage.

I think the unspeakable disaster the Dean mentioned included the destruction of the South.

“That is why it is time to renew our mindset. We must now clearly understand the value of daily life and peace.”

The dean and instructors had no intention of directly mentioning the importance of peace.

Because I thought that cadets should enjoy their academy life, improve their skills, and feel and realize things for themselves.

But the rapidly changing situation does not allow such leeway.

“There will be a major overhaul of the Academy curriculum. I hope you will continue to work hard and improve your capabilities.”

Next.

The dean came out from the podium and bowed in front of everyone.

His beard touched the floor.

“And I apologize to the first-year students for the unpleasant experience. I’m sorry.”

The voice resonates throughout the large auditorium.

Rohan, who was watching, had mixed feelings. It was something that could not be prevented no matter how much preparation was made.

The position of responsibility is bitter to even look at.

“However, the rights of students growing up should not be violated by such idiots. We have no plans to start classes passively because we are discouraged. We will further strengthen security and increase the budget.”

If this were a school in a previous life, it would be a statement that would turn students and parents upside down.

But this is the Orion Academy. No one objects and accepts it.

Each with their own purpose.

Because it is a place where most people have decided to make fighting their profession.

*****

“I will hand out your midterm report cards.”

Class 1 returned after the ordinance was over.

The protagonist took out a wad of paper.

“Noah Frozen Heart.”

“Huk···.”

Noah comes out with his tail raised and a nervous look on his face.

Jooyeon patted Noah’s head while giving him his report card.

“Well done. You kept your promise.”

“!”

Theory 1st place is Ichinose Yui, last place is Noah Frozenheart.

Although Noah’s average grade was in the 40s, the protagonist did not spare his praise.

Because it’s a great first step to solve the problem yourself rather than guessing like in the past.

“Rohan.”

“Yep···.”

“Excellent. You’re surprising the instructor.”

“Thank you!”

Rohan’s average is in the 70s.

Although it didn’t seem like a bad score, it was slightly below the middle in terms of rankings since it was an academy where everyone was studying.

I was unable to avoid the subjective questions that determine the top ranks and the traps that are hidden like dust.

If I had solved more types of problems, I could have aimed for the middle ranks.

As I was trying to bring up unfamiliar subjects from zero to a high level in a short period of time, time was the limit.

Because I can’t just pick up a pen and neglect my physical training.

Strictly speaking, there is a hierarchy of importance.

‘It’s hard to become friendly with numbers.’

Rohan looked at his report card with regret.

If you look at the scores, there are definitely subjects that lower the average.

“Don’t worry, the rankings will be based on your practical test scores.”

The protagonist, with a faint smile, placed a new stack of papers on the desk.

“The first place in practical skills is···.”

All eyes are focused on the main character’s lips. It’s a tense situation, wondering whose name will be revealed.

The lead actor took a brief pause on purpose.

The name was called.

“Rohan and Ichinose Yui.”

““!!!””

Rohan’s head moved and Ichinose also looked this way.

When they met, they smiled at each other and exchanged thumbs-up gestures.

“Not only did he keep putting stickers on, but he also cleanly subdued other cadets who tried to harm him when he was obtaining supplies.”

Someone was watching Ok Myeong-jin and Chi-goo fight.

I was surprised because I didn’t feel any gaze at all.

“When your name is called, take your performance report card. All the added and deducted points will be written down. Objections will be accepted for a week.”

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Before the first class begins.

Rohan, who had taken out his textbook, was looking at his practical report card that was melting away his regrets about the theory.

In that gap.

A ball of fur approached and poked Rohan on the cheek.

It was Noah’s tail with black stripes on a pure white background.

“Hey! Hey!”

“Why? Hold my tail?”

As Rohan moved his hand to grab the plump tail.

Noah hid his tail behind his back and got to the main point.

“Are you busy for lunch today?”

“Lunch? There’s nothing set in stone.”

I was just thinking about going back to Zion’s mansion and having a meal together.

There is no definite promise.

“Then let’s eat together, Nose and the three of us. I have something to give you.”

“Oh, right.”

There was a promise like this last time too.

Unfortunately, I declined at that time.

Rohan’s gaze naturally turned to Ichinose’s seat.

“Hic···!”

I saw the angry Eungae-no-se, who had been watching this side, turn his head in surprise.