Episode 46

Kanin glanced over the crowd once. Our eyes met for a moment, and I just met their gaze with a calm face.

Is the reason the corner of his mouth slightly raised is because he knows that I have already found number 000?

Probably not.

That inspiration is just laughing because this situation is funny.

“Rox… … ?”

Hira, who was sitting next to me, carefully touched my shoulder.

“Didn’t you submit it?”

“Oh, it’s okay. Not yet.”

“Not yet.”

Anyone who notices this too late may miss the treasure they have found.

It was clear that he was restless, but I also have thoughts… … .

No, not exactly what I thought.

“First of all, the stated dragon heart is the heart of the dragon that this old lady subdued when she was young. That legendary treasure that wizards were willing to sell their country for.”

The anecdote about trying to sell the country and get it was a true story recorded in a wizard.

I vaguely guessed that it wasn’t alcohol, but when I heard that it was indeed the dragon heart, the noise in the hall intensified.

“Of course, the subjugated guy at the time was just an infant, so the actual efficacy is much less than the word of mouth. Still, if you have it, isn’t it something you should be prepared to run away from a few times? haha!”

I laughed and said it, but it was just terrifying because it was true. There were also those who were relieved that they were glad they couldn’t find anyone.

So still, students are silent. To be honest, I was a little scared, but I let it go for an hour.

“Anyway, I’m sorry. I don’t like to be treated like Weirane, so I didn’t even hide it in such a cramped place.”

Be kind.

It’s your last chance, and you’re throwing hints like you’re patronizing.

A ‘useless’ hint.

It was like throwing a few small pieces of the puzzle at the students. You won’t find the answer, but once you see the finished puzzle, oh, this is where it goes! you would think

The truth is different.

What to infer by looking at puzzle pieces that do not know the original from the beginning?

With just one piece of pure white, there is no way to tell whether it is a cloud floating in the sky, a part of a shirt, or a white puppy.

‘No, if you want to give it, just give it to me.’

In fact, it was as if he had declared that he would give it to me, but what was his intention?

―At the end, he made me take the test.

In ＜Academy Summer Turge＞, except for number 001, which also serves as a training for Yurain, and a letter of recommendation from the dean, basically everyone who finds the treasure is anonymous. Confidentiality when submitting.

As the dynamics between students are complex, the conflict that arises from this treasure hunt is formidable.

‘Please submit the treasures you find here by number!’

That suddenly changed this year.

In a wide open place, if you pay attention, you can find out who got what number of treasures.

Fixing existing problems is easy.

Since he robbed his personal laboratory and scattered his property, the scope for disputes has been significantly reduced. Because there are fewer people who haven’t received it.

After that, those in the 10th and below were even called by name. The students responded that it was fun even though it was different from before, but I have to put my heart on the line.

“Is there really not? The student who found ‘000’. I still think it’s not too late.”

Silence still ensued.

“I can’t help it. One day it will find its owner. Still, it’s a pity, so let’s count the time for 10 seconds.”

Only then did Kanin raise his hands and smile brightly. It was the complete opposite of what he said he was sorry for.

This was the ending he wanted, and everything went according to plan.

“Ten, nine… … .”

Was it a fair chance?

okay. This was certainly a frighteningly fair opportunity.

It’s obviously a nonsensical problem, but it’s Summertime where the best people from all over the continent gather.

It cannot be concluded that there is no one who can infer the outcome only with such crude puzzle pieces.

“Six, five… … .”

I have a definite edge.

So, all opportunities, except for me, will be given to students first.

Keep your mouth shut until the very last moment.

“One… … .”

Kanin is the one who conveyed it.

“—I found it.”

Finally.

The silence was broken and a voice came out from among the students. what, really? Who is it? It’s Rocks… … .

After waiting for the buzz to subside, Kanin beckoned.

“Would you like to come forward?”

I walked slowly

I had to perform an unexpected performance in front of so many people. Charisma will rise. good is good

“Heh heh, I’m looking forward to it even more since he said he found it with just one second left, Rockstrin.”

“When I thought about the things the professor said, it came to my mind at the end.”

“is it. It won’t be fun to reveal it right away, so it’s better to guess what you found based on.”

“It may not be the correct answer.”

“It doesn’t matter. If not, that’ll be enjoyable as well. Other students seem to think so too. Isn’t it?”

Wow, light cheers poured in.

Perhaps he was so good at lying that he wanted to learn if possible. Age cannot be ignored.

“First of all, before the first draw.”

“Oh, you mean before the treasure hunt even started?”

“Yes. Actually, I didn’t find out on my own, so I’m ashamed. I got help. The professor who first explained the rules said so.”

Hira asked not to mention it directly, so this explanation was appropriate.

“Something with a three-digit number on it… … I only found out after the treasure hunt was over. Why was it ‘something’ and not ‘note’?”

This part I just didn’t notice, but it’s enough to cause doubts to some attentive students.

Sure enough, I did! The same voice burst out here and there.

“Right. I deliberately told you to explain it that way. First, as they say, it was ‘something’ that wasn’t a note.”

“Yes. Next… … Because the donor is a professor in the first place. It may sound flattering, but I think everyone will appreciate it.”

I don’t just stand still. For example, counterattack.

“Since the professor I respect cares for our students so ruthlessly, I didn’t think anyone in particular would have an advantage.”

“Hmmmm. It’s hard to say with my mouth, but it is.”

What is it? be shameless

I continued speaking while holding back the twitching of the corners of my mouth. You must feel the level of remorse lightly.

“If you dig deeper, that would mean that your advantage isn’t going to be purely luck dependent, like other treasures, where you start.”

All that’s left now is just a scam.

The puzzle that was scattered endlessly was actually this! I just say it with a plausible packaging.

“That alone was still hard to guess, but there was a much bigger clue in what the professor said here.”

“Something?”

“’Nobody has submitted treasure number 000 yet’… … . The professor said so.”

“Surely he did.”

“Why was it ‘nobody’?”

Kanin didn’t answer and just smiled. I turned my body towards the students. This old professor seems unwilling to help me now.

“That’s because treasure number 000 is not one.”

“I didn’t even hide it in such a cramped place. It’s simple. It must mean being in the open.”

“It gets pretty narrow at this point. It’s not a note, it’s several, it’s a physically fair distance, a conspicuous place.”

“Your last words were decisive. ‘It’s not too late’.”

When I said that, everyone noticed. Some students rummaged through their pockets or sighed for the correct answer belatedly.

“Maybe number 000 is something we all have, even at this moment, and are revealing.”

I said as I removed the name tag from my left chest.

“Like this name tag, for example.”

And turn over. Everyone in the auditorium took the same action.

There were undoubtedly three round holes in which magic stones were inserted. Moreover, it is not a perfect circle, but an oval shape that looks like the number 000.

You can’t even call it forced, it’s literally like a finished picture.

All conditions were met.

“Lockstrin Aindarok.”

“Yes.”

“Congratulations.”

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Just like that, the fraud, the puzzle is complete.

“Everything is correct.”

in the pouring cheers.

The two actors looked at each other and laughed bitterly.

* * *

“Never mind. I really haven’t done anything.”

“still… … .”

“Because Magi wanted to give it to Rox from the beginning. And even if I hadn’t stepped forward, I’m sure Lox would have noticed. Or would you like to give it to me?”

“Uh, that’s not it.”

“Whoops, look at that.”

As I left the auditorium, I told Hira the details of the situation.

Regarding the nameplate, she had already heard from Kanin before.

I received help, but I was in trouble as to what to do since I only had one dragon heart.

“I received the biggest help, but why are you shutting your mouth like this?”

“Apart from such grandiose things, there are actually many things I want from Rocks.”

“What? I would listen if I could.”

“I’ll tell you later. You owe it anyway, Rox. Hmmm! Then I have work to do!”

Then, Hira ran back toward the tower.

Kanin told me to come to him right away to receive the dragon heart he was keeping, so I couldn’t follow him.

It’s a debt… … It’s not anyone else, but Hira said that, so I’m a little worried.

You keep procrastinating on something. I care about what the child said.

Anyway, putting that aside, now was the time to rejoice.

[ITEM]

[Dragon Heart]

: The heart of a young dragon that Kanin, the archmage of Rongrute, slain in his prime. After long research, it was processed to be consumed.

[Effects when taking]

– Increased mana operation speed

– Magic Resistance Lv +1

– Permanently +1 Magic Lv (ignoring the growth limit)

A jewel the size of two fingers.

It is small in size to be called a dragon’s heart, but unlike its appearance, it is surprisingly elastic and soft when you touch it.

“Why but?”

Kanin asked while I was holding the dragon heart on the palm of my hand.

“It doesn’t matter if you eat right away.”

“I wonder if this is okay.”

“Isn’t it something that could be locked away in a warehouse? I think I gave enough opportunities to other students.”

“Yes… … .”

“I hope you understand.”

The value of an object also changes depending on who owns it. Kanin decided it was appropriate to give it to me.

In fact, there is no guilt.

I was just thinking about how to use this.

“You don’t have to eat right now.”

“There shouldn’t be much difference in efficacy, so is there any reason to do so?”

“In case you don’t know, I plan to eat after taking a little rest.”

“There is a point. Just pay attention to management. There is nothing good to show off.”

The relief was greater than the joy.

When such an outrageous object falls into someone else’s hands, what variables may arise.

That won’t happen as long as the Dragon Heart is at least in my hands.

Even so, it’s a waste for me to eat this.

[Battle Details (▲)]

Strength Lv 4 Spirit Lv 4

Dexterity Lv 3 Wisdom Lv 4

Stamina Lv 4 Magic Lv 4 (+1)

Remaining points: 1

I have to eat a dragon heart in this state, my magic power is only level 5.

Considering the artifact, it’s probably not a low level at level 6, but it’s hard to see it as a big advantage in power.

In other words, it’s good to give it to someone else with a high magic level.

‘To whom?’

So who do you give it to?

Once you set the 7th level of magic as the lower limit, a few people come to mind.

The problem is that there are no characters I can trust with certainty yet.

I want to give it to my child, but it will be comfortable right now, but thinking about the distant future, it is a risky option.

Ai-nim will become an enemy someday.

‘Jerome or Lamu… … .’

Ideally, it would be given to one of the two main characters entering the freshman class next year.

But keeping dragon hearts for months is another matter.

Hey, why is it so difficult?

It’s like a manga.

“Cuckold, his expression is dark for having obtained such a treasure. Would you like to give it back?”

“Please. Thank you very much.”

“It’s not like I’m burdening you. If you feel stuffy inside, look at even the wind. The Great Winter Festival is not over yet.”

“It should be.”

I was pushed out of the faculty research building by Kanin.

It seemed that he was worried that he would continue to practice magic in the security warehouse, but today he has something else to do.

Anyway, there is no point in practicing in the security warehouse from today.

[CURRENT EPISODE]

V. Daedong Festival

– 2. Festive night

: Did you enjoy the treasure hunt?

Summer Turge at night during the Great Winter Festival is also renowned for its beauty. You may encounter an unexpected relationship.

The ‘unexpected fate’ mentioned here is Jerome. Like the main character and Frid, he is from Mashu’s Cotton.

To the protagonist, he is a close younger brother whom he used to play with often when he was young, but since the protagonist left for Rongurt first, news was lost.

Then, belatedly, he realized his magical talent, got a sponsor, and decided to enter Summer Journey next year.

That’s why I’m on the islands for a while to see Summer Turge, and I can meet you in the garden near the main gate.

But I’m not the main character.

Rockstrin isn’t from Cotton, so you have to meet him now.

“Try to draw and go!”

“Shall we go roll the dice?”

“I’ve eaten all of them, but I heard that skewer is the most delicious in Jedo?”

“Because the fireworks show was at 8 o’clock… … .”

The sun had set and it was getting dark.

After the treasure hunt, outsiders were permitted to enter, and Jungang-daero, where various stalls and play clubs were located, became noisy.

The night is also an extension of the treasure hunt, and depending on where you go, there are certain people you can meet.

But now it doesn’t make any sense.

There is no child, and I have already met Euril during the day. Hira went back to the dormitory saying she had something to do, and I saw Frid walking around with his friends.

… … Is that all?

It can’t be a really poor human relationship. It was good because I had decided where to go anyway.

What I have to do now is not such a simple relationship building.

“What are you doing in a place like this?”

“You?”

“I was looking for a quiet place to rest.”

“I wish I could have gone back to the tower.”

“I want to see the fireworks up close.”

“You are just like me.”

An empty classroom with the lights off.

The light streaming in through the window illuminated the boy’s gorgeous blond hair. It was a face that made me admire it even after a long time.

The 3rd year student representative of Summer Turge, and the culprit of the 6th episode, “The Theft of Magic Core.”

Baeller Rongrt.

“Sit down.”

“Maybe.”

I quietly walked over and pulled the chair across from me and sat down.

At this point, you probably didn’t want to stand out, but I recommend you to sit down without raising an eyebrow.

So what do you do?

I’ve come to know everything

“Festivals aren’t much fun—”

“Give me back the magic core.”

“—No, what?”

The perfect expression collapsed in an instant. He nailed it once more.

“The stolen magic core, return it to its place.”