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Ramsdale Territory Lord’s Castle.

The Sword Saint, who had been waiting in the lord’s chamber, burst into laughter upon receiving the report.

“Hahaha-.”

Ethan Whiskers and Kai Felix were standing in front of the Sword Saint.

Rohai Felix, who had not yet regained consciousness, was left to focus on recovery in the infirmary within the lord’s castle.

“How on earth did you do it? Didn’t you just leave?”

“My experience from the Inquisition helped once again. Above all, thanks to the Sword Saint’s permission, I was able to quickly rescue Teacher Kai, so it could be said that all of this is thanks to you, Sword Saint.”

“Hahaha-.”

The Sword Saint laughed cheerfully.

“Ethan Whiskers, thanks to you, we were able to safely resolve an incident that could have escalated into a major problem. I’m truly grateful.”

-Your fame increases!

-Your fame increases!

Clearly, from the Sword Saint’s perspective, this was an incident that could have provoked considerable anger, regardless of how it was resolved.

However, thanks to Ethan’s clean handling, the Sword Saint’s anger quickly subsided.

“The branch family children who just left to search for Teacher Kai will be surprised.”

They would probably be dumbfounded when they received the news. Just as they were about to start tracking, Kai had already been found.

Moreover, hadn’t Ethan gone out alone to find Kai?

“I should give them some words of comfort.”

In case they might think it happened due to their lack of ability.

“Can you explain how you found them, and why Rohai Felix returned with you?”

“Yes.”

Ethan explained the information he had obtained.

That the followers of the Moon had kidnapped Rohai and Kai simultaneously.

He also added his speculation that the reason for kidnapping both was likely because they wanted something the Felix family possessed.

“I’m not sure about the details. But kidnapping two heirs of the Felix family, that’s the only reason I can think of.”

This much could be easily inferred.

“Hmm.”

The Sword Saint clicked his tongue after hearing the whole story.

“This won’t end as a simple matter. First, we need to inform the Felix family about this. If they want something from the Felix family, they’ll keep repeating such acts until they get it.” Ȓ𝘢ℕőВЕS

“Sword Saint, please keep it a secret that I rescued Teacher Kai.”

The Sword Saint made a puzzled expression at Ethan’s words.

But soon, as if understanding Ethan’s intention, his eyes sparkled.

“…This whole affair is entirely your achievement, Teacher Ethan. Despite that, your attitude of trying to give all the credit to us for our sake, I won’t forget it.”

‘He seems to have misunderstood a bit.’

Ethan had only intended to divert the attention of the followers of the Moon elsewhere. So he had been thinking of various excuses in preparation for the Sword Saint’s questions.

If he interpreted it with a different intention like this, there was no need to make excuses.

“It’s not an achievement I made alone. It’s enough for me that you acknowledge it.”

Ethan looked at the Sword Saint with his characteristic gaze.

A gaze that conveyed a firm resolve amidst haziness. Even Kai Felix, who was standing beside, was deeply moved by this sight.

“Truly… admirable.”

-Your survival probability increases slightly!

“I will never forget this, Teacher Ethan.”

Kai bowed his head deeply.

The Sword Saint also nodded repeatedly while patting Ethan’s back.

“Let’s have a separate conversation after the training conference ends.”

***

This incident was concluded as a small happening.

The Sword Saint didn’t want the teachers participating in the workshop to be anxious. At the same time, he didn’t want any more dishonorable incidents to occur at the new teacher training workshop he had organized under his name.

If Ethan had wanted to be recognized for his achievements in this incident, it certainly wouldn’t have ended as a simple happening.

Fortunately, since Ethan, who knew the circumstances, yielded, it could be ended as a happening.

“How can he do that…?”

“He’s truly an amazing person.”

“I heard he’s young. To have such an admirable mindset at such a young age. It makes me feel ashamed of myself.”

He could have sought personal glory.

Not clinging to his own achievements, considering the face of the new teacher training conference and the Sword Saint, and even thinking about the future.

The branch family’s head got goosebumps at that long-term perspective.

“Did anyone make any mistakes towards Teacher Ethan?”

“No!”

“No!”

“Make sure not to make any mistakes during the remaining period as well.”

The branch head gave strict instructions.

After Kai’s return, all schedules proceeded as if nothing had happened.

Regia’s class, which had been postponed indefinitely, also resumed.

Although it was shortened by an hour from the original schedule due to it being evening time, Regia delivered an overwhelming class even in that one hour.

The teachers listening to the lecture were engrossed in the class from the start, and after the class ended, smiles never left their faces.

“I understand now why he’s nicknamed the First Master.”

“He’s truly an amazing person…”

“From today on, Lord Regia is my role model.”

Regia’s lecture not only shocked the teachers but also allowed them to set new goals.

Even Ethan, who hadn’t attended Regia’s class in a long time, couldn’t help but applaud at the end without realizing it.

‘Still the same.’

His overwhelming teaching skills remained unchanged. Everyone must have greatly regretted the reduced hour.

As soon as the class ended, Ciron approached.

“I heard roughly about this incident. Thank you, Teacher Ethan.”

“Compared to letting us attend such a great class, isn’t this a small price to pay?”

Ciron exclaimed in admiration at the sight of Ethan smiling and speaking as if it was nothing.

Ciron had grown up under his grandfather, the Sword Saint, and pursued a similar life to him.

In Ciron’s eyes, the Sword Saint was just a cool person, regardless of being his grandfather.

The coolness the Sword Saint exuded came from freedom. That freedom stemmed from strength and fame. That’s why Ciron wanted to become strong.

But looking at Ethan, he felt a different kind of coolness. It wasn’t coolness that came from strength alone.

“I want to live like you, Teacher Ethan.”

“Like me?”

“That thing you just said, it was really cool.”

“Then why don’t you use it on me someday?”

“…Hahaha-! Alright. I’ll definitely do that.”

There were several happenings, but everything was resolved safely, and the second day of the conference officially ended.

***

Treatment room in the lord’s castle.

Rohai Felix, who had been receiving treatment all evening, opened his eyes.

“Brother.”

“Kai…?”

Rohai looked up at Kai with a face that seemed to have no idea what had happened.

“Where is this? Why are you here…”

The confused Rohai tried to sit up. But due to a severe headache, he unintentionally let out a groan.

“Lie down, brother. I’ll explain everything.”

Kai explained in detail what had happened.

“Huh…”

“Where were you at the end, brother? Do you remember?”

“…I was in Nurn Territory.”

“Nurn Territory?”

Nurn Territory was quite far from Felix Territory.

“I was thinking of throwing a celebration party when you came back after getting first place in the conference. I was… choosing a gift for you for that time. I found a sword that’s perfect for you. Since you mainly use longswords, I had just picked out a dagger that you could use in case of… After that, my memory is hazy.”

Kai couldn’t help but laugh. He went to Nurn Territory for his gift?

He got kidnapped by the followers of the Moon while trying to buy a gift?

Seeing Kai suddenly laugh, Rohai also laughed as if it was absurd.

“It is something to laugh about. Even in this situation.”

Saying that, Rohai Felix started searching various parts of his body.

“But you know. I did buy it. They didn’t seem to pay much attention to it.”

This was his brother.

That’s why he had resigned himself even more.

“Brother.”

But one’s life is solely one’s own.

“I’ve decided to quit Freya Academy.”

“…Huh?”

Rohai made a surprised expression at the sudden statement.

“I’m thinking of going to Ivecar Academy.”

“Kai…”

“This is my will, brother.”

Rohai looked at Kai. In the time they hadn’t seen each other, Kai had completely changed. Rohai looked at his brother with a complicated expression.

Perhaps it was fear of this reaction that had prevented him from seriously talking to his brother until now.

But no matter how his brother reacts, things can’t be undone.

“Father won’t forgive you.”

“Brother, I still…”

“Nevertheless, I support you, Kai.”

At those words, Kai’s eyes widened.

“Do what you want to do.”

Rohai handed over the dagger.

“Thank you, brother.”

***

“What on earth is this…”

On the morning of the third day.

A large parchment was attached to the corridor where the supervising teachers were gathered.

At the top of the parchment was written “Interim Total of 1st and 2nd Day Scores”, and below that, the names of the new teachers participating in this new teacher training were listed in order of their scores.

Overth, the supervising teacher from Freya Academy, was staring at the parchment in disbelief.

The supervising teachers from Goode and Covington also approached and were looking at the interim total scores.

“Wow…”

“How did it turn out like this?”

Thump-!

Overth, whose mood had soured, stamped his foot hard and turned around with a swish. The teachers from Goode and Covington who were next to him were startled and quickly stepped aside.

“How can this be!”

Bang-! Bang-!

Overth hit the wall and kicked the floor as if venting his anger.

It was an unbelievable result.

[Individual Score]

-1st. [Ivecar Academy] Ethan Whiskers

-2nd. [Freya Academy] Kai Felix

-3rd. [Ivecar Academy] Ciron Ramsdale

……

……

[Academy Total Score]

-1st. Ivecar Academy

-2nd. Freya Academy

……

……

It was an overwhelming victory for Ivecar Academy.

Ethan Whiskers was first in the individual scores.

Ivecar Academy was also first in the academy total score.

Freya, which was expected to easily take first place, was pushed to second place behind Ivecar.

The enraged Overth trembled.

He remembered what Claudie had said. That Ivecar would win this academy exchange.

He had thought it was nonsense, of course.

But the scores from this new teacher training conference were enough to support Claudie’s words.

Of course, this is the new teacher training conference. Freya’s teachers are far superior to new teachers.

Nevertheless, the humiliation was severe.

The angry Overth left the corridor. The teachers from Goode and Covington, who had been watching cautiously, sighed and looked at the scoresheet in detail.

“We’ve been completely overwhelmed, haven’t we?”

“Well, we knew this would happen, but still.”

The teachers from Goode and Covington couldn’t hide their complicated feelings.

Of course, there were still tests left. But it didn’t seem like these results would be overturned.

This was because stories about Ethan Whiskers and the teachers from Ivecar Academy kept coming from the teachers who had directly attended the 1st and 2nd day classes.

“…We might really see the fastest Master in history.”

At that moment, the door to the corridor opened and Claudie Hyde entered.

Claudie slowly checked the parchment and then smiled slightly.

“Where did Teacher Overth go?”

“He went outside in anger. You didn’t run into him?”

“Unfortunately, I didn’t meet him.”

The corner of Claudie’s mouth lifted ever so slightly.

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