The Academy’s Undercover Professor – 222



◈ Episode 222 Presentation (1)

Line returned to her dorm room exhausted.

After lying down on the bed the events of today came to mind.

Is it because Ludger’s warning was valid?

No one was seen approaching to ask about the research results anymore.

However there were still many eyes targeting this direction.

‘Is that why? ‘I’m much more tired than usual.’

Just by passing by I felt like my mind was being worn out by all kinds of complicated gazes.

Some students gave me jealous looks because I couldn’t approach them openly and in particular the noble students’ eyes were so cruel that it sent a chill down my spine.

There was a lot of hate surrounding him because of his previous feud with Dunema Romli.

In addition it was natural for her to be jealous since she a commoner received the benefits of research.

‘Ugh. I am completely hated.’

Just today an argument broke out on the way to class in the morning.

Although it is said to have ended as an attempt it would have definitely been dangerous if Ludger had not helped at that time.

I felt aggrieved for no reason.

‘Now that I think about it I just got help from Professor Ludger.’

The increase in magical power was thanks to Ludger and it was Ludger who helped in times of crisis.

Even the people who bothered her disappeared thanks to Ludger warning everyone immediately after the incident.

It was all with his help.

From one to ten.

Line recalled Ludger’s appearance.

‘teacher. It was cool.’

The sight of Ludger saving himself in a moment of crisis was like a prince riding a white horse like something out of a fairy tale.

Although he didn’t actually ride a white horse and wasn’t a prince.

At least that’s how it seemed in Line’s eyes.

‘He saved me at the banquet hall at that time.’

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Even if I closed my eyes I could vividly recall the image of Ludger holding me like a princess.

Without realizing it the corners of Liné’s mouth went up and she smiled brightly.

Then suddenly a thought occurred to me.

‘When I look at Mr. Ludger I feel nostalgic. Why? ‘Did Mr. Ludger and I ever meet in the past?’

Looking back it seemed like Ludger was secretly treating him well.

Although he usually seems extremely cold and cold he always answers any questions I have and even kindly teaches me things I don’t know.

It was easy to be misunderstood because of his tone of voice and facial expression but it was Ludger who cared about the students the most.

‘Could it be that Teacher Ludger calls me…?’

That thought came to mind but Rine immediately shook her head and denied it.

no. That can’t be possible.

‘Because there’s no way a cool person like Mr. Ludger would like a commoner like me.’

The reason they care so much is because they are just students listening to the lecture.

Or maybe it’s because I was born with a rare constitution called non-attribute magical power.

‘Besides if you’re a teacher it wouldn’t be strange to meet someone much prettier and more amazing than me.’

People had to live within their means.

All you had to do was meet the right person and imagine what was right for you.

That’s it.

Let’s forget about this for now.

‘What should I do now?’

After the existing problem was solved a new problem suddenly emerged.

In recent lectures the proportion of group classes conducted in pairs has been increasing.

Originally we didn’t do much at the beginning of the semester because we didn’t have a chance to get to know each other but now that the second test and festival are over we’re gradually moving forward.

The problem is that Line hasn’t gotten close to anyone yet.

Because she had been involved in several incidents and accidents since the beginning of the semester everyone was reluctant to become friends with her.

The only people talking right now are Erendir and Freuden.

Other than that I never even had a conversation with them.

‘I can’t receive help from Senior Erendir forever.’

As a first year student she couldn’t keep hanging around with Erendir. Because I had very few classes in common with her as a second year student.

If I was going to make friends of course they had to be in the same first year.

Besides making friends in Seorn was quite good for future plans.

The friendships I made at this time will be helpful when I graduate from Seorn and go out into society.

Therefore Line felt very well the need to form relationships with people.

‘But I don’t know what to do first.’

If there is anything that is the most difficult it is this part.

She was already disgusted by the noble students and other commoner students were staying away from her for fear that she would spark a fire in them.

I felt anxious because I thought that if I continued like this I wouldn’t be able to make any real friends for the rest of my life.

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What happens to a person who ends up without friends?

Because there was a living witness among the people I was with right now.

‘…sorry. ‘Elder Erendir.’

It was hard to suppress the feeling of guilt that arose just thinking about her here.

But what can you do?

Those who will live must live.

‘But I don’t want to end up like my senior. First let’s check if there is a club or something like that at <Akashic Records>.’

There are several clubs in Seorn.

And the saying that it’s a good idea to join a club to meet people is already becoming popular among students.

As Line was contemplating whether to find a club within the Akashic Records she discovered something interesting.

‘Random matching? ‘What is this?’

The Akashic Records are an integrated magic exchange that can only be used within Seorn.

Both students and teachers can use it and since anonymity is guaranteed there has been a lot of information exchange.

Of course there was so much false information and so many useless fights.

At least the students attending Seorn used these Akashic Records.

‘I’ve been so busy these days that I haven’t been able to come in often but I didn’t know something like this existed.’

Random matching probably means being able to chat directly with a random person.

Line was curious.

‘In the past when I was living under a teacher I became a pen pal and wrote and sent letters.’

Of course there was a time when I was caught and scolded by my teacher but it was a good memory.

Thinking that this might be helpful to her Line immediately tried random matching.

Soon matching was presented along with a ringing sound.

Liné said hello while writing letters using magic power.

[hello.]

After a while a reply came back.

[hi.]

Oh it’s amazing.

The response came right away.

[How did you end up here?]

[After taking care of all the busy work I had some time and came here out of curiosity. I didn’t know something like this existed but it’s amazing.]

[uh? It’s like me. I was like that too.]

Looking at the response that came back it didn’t seem like he was a particularly strange person.

Moreover from the way she spoke it seemed like she liked talking to someone just like her.

[What classes are you taking here? Oh is it okay if I ask this?]

[I guess so. It seems like one of the main purposes of this space is to keep secrets.]

[Hmm. So what should I call it? You don’t know the name.]

When I asked that question the answer came back after some time.

[Just call me John Smith.]

[What is it? If you are going to use a pseudonym use something more sincere.]

[Then what about that one?]

[Oh me?]

After thinking about it Line smiled and answered.

[Honestly it’s my first time doing something like this so I’m not sure. Can you build it for me?]

[Judy.]

[Judy?]

[okay. Judy would be nice.]

Judy. Judy.

After saying that name a few times Rine thought it sounded quite good.

[Good! Judy.]

In this way Line continued to talk to the other person without realizing that time was passing.

[Ah the time has already come. I have to go now.]

[I see. It’s been a while.]

[Mr. Smith. Can we talk again next time?]

[doesn’t care.]

[Then at this time like today?]

[okay.]

That’s how Line finished random matching.

Suddenly I got curious.

Who on earth did I talk to today?

From the way he talks he seems older than me. Surely you’re not a teacher?

Oh no way.

* * *

Ludger finished random matching and placed the Akashic record on the table.

I heard that teachers also use this so I tried it out of curiosity and ended up falling in love with it without realizing it.

‘what. It didn’t feel particularly bad though.’

It wasn’t a bad thing because it was like using messenger when I lived on Earth so I could feel some nostalgia for that time.

Moreover the person I was talking to was strangely friendly so I got excited and the conversation didn’t last long.

It’s my nature to have a harsh tone of voice but speaking through messenger like this also helped me to be able to speak softly like I did in my past life.

I thought it was not a bad experience in that I was able to remind myself of something I had not yet forgotten.

‘It’s good to feel refreshed like this sometimes.’

Things that have been troubling my head recently are over.

First of all although it is still unofficial at Seorn it was recognized by the president and the transaction was successfully completed.

The same goes for the Black Dawn.

Unbeknownst to the other First Orders the Zero Order decided to tolerate his existence.

‘It’s still only a matter of stitching up an acute wound but it’s a world of difference compared to the first time when I felt my life was in danger just by being caught.’

So I guess I was able to spend time on these little entertainments.

But I know.

Ultimately he still has a lot of work left to do.

‘The academic announcement date is just around the corner.’

The deal with the president is not over yet.

I need to announce the research results I have achieved this time to increase the amount of horsepower released and be recognized for my work so that I can take the position of Director of Planning.

‘I’m looking forward to it.’

How will people react tomorrow?

Even though I knew I shouldn’t be doing this I thought it was fun.

* * *

A huge grand hall where wizards gather to present their research results.

「Arcane Chamber」

The huge space reminiscent of an ancient arena was filled with wizards.

Regular paper presentations held periodically.

They were all wizards who had gathered to watch it.

However the seats that would normally have been less than half full were unusually full today.

All of the wizards gathered here had heard a ‘rumour’.

“Is it true that you are announcing research that shows you can increase horsepower output?”

“I don’t know either. But according to rumors yes. “Just looking at how many other people are actually gathered together.”

It was clear that everyone gathered here had heard the rumor.

“Besides look over there.”

A wizard pointed into the air.

The grand hall is basically composed of a dome shape reminiscent of a huge stadium.

All of the seats are prepared to surround this huge space.

However despite this individual spaces are reserved for ‘special’ people.

It was a huge spot floating in the air.

A huge octagonal metal plate floating with floating stones made by processing magic stones.

A special headstone placed on top of it.

There was a person sitting in a place where he wouldn’t normally be floating.

“Could that person be Auguste one of the Three Elders of the Old Magic Tower?”

“that’s right. And the representative of the New Magic Tower is over there. “They say you are very resourceful at a young age.”

“You’ve even reached the chancellor of Seorn. After all he is the one who arranged the meeting so he must not be left out.”

Wizards who have built a reputation all over the continent.

Those who sat at the head of the table which only those of at least the 6th rank or higher could ascend were all glamorous in appearance.

Then some wizards had no choice but to get upset once more.

“Look over there. “I am Lord Clinton the archmage belonging to the imperial family.”

“oh my god. “A 7th rank archmage is here?”

Clinton Rothschild.

One of the few 7th rank “Impera” archmages in the world.

Although he was an old man he looked so sane that you wouldn’t think he was like that at all just by looking at his appearance.

He brushed his pure white beard that reached down to his chest and sat down in his seat as if he didn’t care about the people around him.

In addition a wizard who received the title of color was also present at the scene.

‘I am indeed. ‘Why did I come here?’

It was the same with Casey Selmore.

She was assigned the head seat but she refused and sat in a seat in the back.

Originally she had no intention of coming but she came because Seorn sent an invitation directly.

However she wasn’t in a very good mood right now.

‘I need to read that person’s memories as soon as possible.’

After being kicked out of Ludger’s teacher’s office that day I kept looking for opportunities and had not attempted memory storming yet.

I was busy with things happening one after another at no time.

As if her title as a detective was not false the police officers of Lederbelk asked her for help whenever there was any progress in the work.

As I was helping them one by one I didn’t have time to spare.

In fact it was all just an excuse.

Since I wasn’t busy working until late at night there was always opportunity.

Even though I had that opportunity the reason I postponed it for the past few days was because of my inner hesitation.

The pressure of revealing the truth that no one knows.

Even a little fear about whether he will be able to see accept and handle this truth.

After so much hesitation and procrastination I ended up here.

‘Rather it’s a thesis presentation.’

I had no idea that the research materials I saw in the teacher’s office at the time would actually end up here.

Presenting in front of people means that the research results have been successfully completed.

If that’s really possible this was really not an ordinary thing.

‘I don’t know what your intention is.’

Casey who was contemplating with his arms crossed let out a sigh.

Even if you think about it like this you won’t come up with an answer anyway.

For now we have no choice but to watch.

The moment I thought that the lights slowly started to dim.

The Arcane Chamber is literally shaped like a huge dome.

By simply reducing the light it was possible to create a dark atmosphere even in broad daylight.

And as it got darker there were also places that became brighter.

The center of the Arcane Chamber.

A strong light shined on the podium for those presenting papers to prove their achievements and value.

The wizards who were talking among themselves fell silent.

It was an amazing sight to see a place where thousands of people had gathered become so quiet that not even a single breath could be heard.

They all know it too.

The fact that the upcoming announcement will cause upheaval in the magic world no matter how big or small.

‘It begins.’

The 136th magic thesis presentation has begun.