Life of a Magic Academy Mage – 495



Episode 495

Are you saying that? Is what you have a snout or a mouth?

“Both are not the same thing…”

If you have had that experience you should learn and prepare for higher magic to crush your enemies!

The skeleton principal scolded Lee Han sternly.

However Lee Han’s expression was different from expected.

Instead of reflecting and accepting it he was staring at the skeleton principal as if he were dumbfounded.

“What more can I do from here…”

…

The skeleton principal was almost convinced.

Because he was from the past he was a skeleton headmaster with slightly more lenient standards for magical education but even by ancient standards Lee Han’s current training was harsh.

But instead of backing down the skeleton principal shouted.

Even though I can’t reflect I just make excuses!

“No… but how can I train further here…”

Lee Han asked in bewilderment but the skeleton principal quickly changed the topic.

And taking Bagrek to a suspicious place is not a wise move. If a problem arises it may be possible to solve it but more problems will arise.

‘indeed.’

This time Lee Han was convinced.

Actually taking Professor Boladi to a suspicious place might have been similar to carrying a torch into a gunpowder warehouse.

“I’ll keep that in mind.”

okay. Please keep this in mind. By the way… that magic criminal’s eyes are quite sharp. I can’t believe I recognize your qualities. How do you think you noticed? Horsepower amount? Or did you overhear Einrogard’s internal evaluation? Or I heard a rumor about what they did during vacation…

The skeleton principal trailed off.

As he spoke he thought about it and realized that the magical criminal’s eyes were not particularly sharp.

If there are that many clues even an idiot will say ‘Huh? You might be thinking ‘That wizard from the Wardanaz family is something unusual.’

‘I guess I should pay more attention…’

Last time when Wardanaz saved the knights from an anti-magic attack I also thought about the Skeleton Headmaster.

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Magical criminals might be interested.

But looking at it this way it seems that the prediction was correct.

Actually considering Wodanaz’s talent and accomplishments the interest shown by magic criminals was rather late.

He has natural magical talent and unlike ordinary wizards he knows how to act strategically to achieve his goals and he belongs to several schools…

If he were to become a magic criminal he would be a talent that would cause magic criminals to shed tears of joy and celebrate.

“ah. It’s not because of that but it’s probably because of Mr. Serpent. “I used a lot of magic while preparing to subdue the Sea Serpent.”

okay? Actually with your magic power it would have been a waste to tie it up behind you.

The skeleton principal immediately understood what was being said.

Didn’t not only professors but also students participate in the suppression of Mr. Serpent?

The norm is for professors to directly participate in the front line and students to help with various preparations in the back but Wardanaz has long since moved beyond the level of an ordinary first-year student.

Naturally he would have been asked to help with preparations at the front lines.

If that’s what you did… strengthen your equipment? Secure light source?

“oh. you’re right.”

Lee Han was slightly impressed.

As if he were not the principal for nothing he guessed exactly what Lee Han did as if he were there.

“Did the professor tell you?”

no. I didn’t ask about that in detail. No matter how much the Thunderwalking Professor is more sociable than the other two he’s so annoying that it’s not good for him… So did a magic criminal approach him after seeing those magics?

“But I don’t think it would have been very intense.”

The entire port was colored as brightly as daylight and it was true that Ianop was impressed by it but Lee Han did not notice.

Another reason seemed much more likely.

“I think it would have been a bit much to hit the Sea Serpent with a cold arrow or a water-octane spell.”

Suboctane? Of Eumidyhus? 

“It’s not Yumidihus’s sub-octan but I improved it. “The professor gave me permission to use my name.”

Hey…

The skeleton principal was happy showing rare emotions.

Professor Baggrek has been pushing you around like a hunting dog on the verge of starvation so it must have been very rewarding!

“…”

Lee Han almost gave up with a straight face.

If you know that shouldn’t you stop it?

“I was lucky.”

It’s not luck it’s skill. No matter how hard you try it is not easy to improve that level of magic to suit yourself. After all trials make a wizard grow.

“…It may have been possible because of the efforts made up until then…”

no. After all trials are necessary. Rather it’s a shame to just pass it over even though I had such a valuable experience… Did Professor Bagrek tell you to write a book? 

Lee Han was really embarrassed.

Everyone from the principal to the professors were nothing but bastards.

“yes. “You told me.”

Did you tell me to write a book that not only summarizes the magic you improved but also thinks about the direction we should take in the future?

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“yes.”

okay? Professor Bagrek really cares about you.

“…”

Lee Han gritted his teeth as he imagined bringing the Skull Principal and Professor Boladi to the imperial court and filing charges.

Anyway be careful. If that magic criminal is interested in you there is a high possibility that other magic criminals will also be interested. Normally not a single bee will attack a fragrant flower.

“Don’t worry. “I will never be interested in suspicious offers or magic.”

As a wizard why are you so uncurious!

“…”

The skeleton principal was absurdity itself.

We must be curious and persistently explore any magic or suggestions while ignoring the suggestions of magic criminals.

But Lee Han did not waver.

Because that’s what professors used to do.

‘That’s just noise.’

You worked hard to fulfill the request… I hope that the experience and reward will be a good friend in your magical future.

“I think so too.”

Lee Han answered sincerely thinking of the gold coins he would receive from this request.

‘Couldn’t we conduct magic research and experiments as cheaply as possible and leave gold coins behind? I don’t want to waste the money I earned with my blood and sweat on magic.’

for a moment.

The skeleton principal suddenly stopped.

Lee Han flinched wondering if his thoughts were discovered.

“Why are you doing that?”

Did you say you hit the Serpent with Sub-Octane?

“I also hit a cold arrow.”

That’s not the point… how did you fit that in?

“?”

Lee Han tilted his head.

“Are you aiming well?”

…I asked the wrong question. No matter how much you prepared ahead of time you would have fallen behind if the monster appeared so how did you manage to get there?

“Ah… I also fought with the professors because there was a minor misunderstanding.”

…

The skeleton headmaster said nothing and remained silent.

Lee Han asked in confusion.

“Principal?”

Send this to Professor Thunderstruck.

Instead of answering the skeleton principal wrote a note and ordered the Death Knight to run an errand.

Lee Han was worried about what was written on the note.

I think there was an inscription at the top that said ‘You are already dead’…

From now on I will never believe that you have no curiosity or interest.

“No it was a misunderstanding! really!”

That’s probably true.

The skeleton principal said sarcastically.

How can you be such an arrogant wizard while pretending to be the most humble in the empire?

right. I almost forgot… Tell the students who participated in the request that they can take Friday off.

The students who remained at school were having a hard time not only with lectures but also with flood recovery work.

However since the other students had returned from completing their requests outside they had to be given time to rest for about a day and relieve their travel fatigue.

“Are you sure?”

Lee Han was slightly moved.

I never thought a skeleton principal would show such consideration.

‘Maybe you’re trying to achieve this effect by acting like a dog?’

Since I usually behaved like a dog even if I was given a day off there were times when I felt like ‘Does the principal actually care about us that much?’

okay. I may have to do the duty assigned to each tower on the weekends but that is unavoidable…

“I’m just grateful even if I just get a day off.”

Lee Han lowered his head and prepared to leave.

Then the skeleton principal looked puzzled and asked.

Where are you going?

“yes? “Take a break…”

You should learn magic at times like this. How many more days will you have without lectures? sit down You said last time that you wanted to learn about Antagondals’ artifact right? Please let me know in return for your hard work on the request.

“….”

Lee Han felt a burning hatred for the magic criminals of the empire.

They are like barbaric bastards who are shaking up the order of the empire!

* * *

Principal Skeleton sat Lee Han down and took out the artifact captured in the last battle.

He then took out the artifact he had confiscated from Ianop and also took out an artifact he had never seen before.

The last artifact was painted with black dried blood.

“…”

this. I told you to wipe it clean.

-sorry.

The Death Knight quickly took the artifact and she came back with a clean artifact.

The skeleton principal spoke casually.

Last time a criminal resisted violently. ruler. Look. These artifacts are all items made and used by magic criminals. Do you sense any similarities here?

Lee Han immediately tried to open his mouth.

The headmaster’s mood improved again after seeing his student’s intelligence.

Just a moment ago the thunderous professor had filled him with anger but it was magic that made the wizard feel better.

“Not only did they all use expensive jewelry but they also had extravagant decorations. “This ring-shaped decoration on the side doesn’t have much effect on magic but because of its appearance…”

…Not that one.

The skeleton headmaster resisted the urge to hit him at the sight of his student who was not crazy about some gold coins and was immediately reciting things he had not paid any attention to.

“You mean something other than that? “I don’t know much except that my magic power is unstable.”

okay. What I’m talking about is that magical power is unstable. And usually wizards value it more than those useless decorations.

“Is that so? I think the latter is more important…”

Principal Skeleton didn’t want to hear Lee Han keep talking nonsense so he quickly continued his story.

Magic criminals use all kinds of methods to amplify their magical power. Among those methods there are many that are banned in the empire…

The skeleton principal suddenly took human form and cut off his little finger.

His finger fell to the floor with a snap and a crazy flow of magic energy burst out along with a bizarre pattern.

“Is this like human sacrifice?”

okay. The secret art of sacrificing one’s life or body has been popular since ancient times. In my view it’s more like the struggles of incompetent people.

“Professor Bagrek also uses blood magic.”

right. That’s because Professor Bagrek isn’t a reach either. He would be much better if he became a lich.

“…”

Lee Han was about to say something but he didn’t say anything.

It was because he respected the principal’s race.

I will clarify this in advance to avoid any unnecessary misunderstandings. The reason why I do not freely share these secret techniques without any restrictions is because these secret techniques are dangerous and unstable and can even kill the caster.

“Uh… isn’t it obvious?”

In fact Lee Han had no complaints even if he did not teach anything to his heart’s content.

Just because magic criminals use some bizarre method to increase the efficiency of magic there was no law that required Lee Han to do so.

If you don’t increase your efficiency you won’t die…

The guys I taught all said they were hiding it because they thought I was jealous of them.

‘hmm. Indeed he is the master and the disciple.’