Chapter 36: Homecoming Day (3)

Chapter 36: Homecoming Day (3)

Persia Family, Conference Room

Seated at the head of the conference room was the head of the Persia family, with about ten people gathered in front of him.

Among them was Harpel Persia, Astina's older brother.

He was there not as the heir, but as the captain of the Persia family knights.

"So it has come to this..."

The head let out a deep sigh, his eyes filled with regret as he looked at Harpel.

Observing the head's expression, the person standing next to him spoke up.

"The decision to change the heir has been approved by 8 members, with 1 abstaining and 1 objecting."

Upon hearing this, the head rose from his seat.

"Thank you all for attending. Food has been prepared at the mansion, so please have a meal before you depart."

With a weary countenance, the head left the room.

The others in the room turned their attention to Harpel, awaiting his reaction.

Harpel glanced at them and asked, "What are you looking at?"

Then he made his way towards the door, taking slow steps.

"I won't be joining for dinner. I'm sure it would ruin everyone's appetite, so I'll leave now."

Harpel spoke these words before departing from the room.

As he walked a short distance, a knight approached Harpel.

"Captain, what happened?"

The knight was Eric Richard, vice-captain of the Persia Knights.

"I've been dismissed."

"Dismissed..."

Anger flared in Eric's eyes.

"Those bastards...! How much have you accomplished, only to be dismissed?"

Eric expressed his agitation.

He was the son of the former captain of the Persia Knights and a friend who trained in swordsmanship alongside Harpel.

He had witnessed all of Harpel's actions and efforts thus far, which fueled his anger even more.

"Eric, calm down."

"No, how can I stay calm right now...?"

As Eric spoke, he gazed at Harpel but couldn't continue his words.

It was because Harpel's face reflected a myriad of emotions.

His teeth ground together, and his fists clenched tightly.

The one who was most angry about this situation right now was Harpel.

'What... did I do wrong...'

He had dedicated himself to the family, pouring his efforts into compensating for his shortcomings and sacrificing sleep to make up for lost time.

But all he received in return was indifference and now they were plotting to strip him of his position as the heir.

"Ast... ina."

Harpel gritted his teeth, repeating Astina's name.

She was born from the same mother, no doubt about it.

Yet, why did he lack the same abilities she possessed?

He could accept his own shortcomings, but it was difficult to bear losing the only thing he had.

"Are you... alright?" Eric asked, observing Harpel.

Harpel turned his gaze towards Eric.

"Eric."

With eyes burning with anger, he spoke.

"Where is the invitation from the Academy?"

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Raei Translations

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The temperature was gradually rising, signaling the arrival of Homecoming Day and the impending final examinations.

In the meantime, several events have taken place.

First, I showed Professor Robert the magic book Luna had obtained.

Robert began researching the book, and I was able to learn a few simple spells from it.Visjt novelbin(.)com for new updates

Meanwhile, Astina smoothly succeeded in securing her position as the heir.

Her success stemmed from the solid foundation she had laid beforehand.

Astina skillfully persuaded the nobles, and Rie had previously dealt with the nobles of the capital to prevent any potential rebellion.

Although there were some minor objections, they were virtually non-existent.

In other news, Yeniel had returned to the Academy.

Hence, I knew nothing about this person.

"Well... no. I was just curious and asked. Well then, take care."

The Saint uttered those words and walked away nonchalantly.

"What was that?"

As I was about to leave, Rie tugged at my sleeve.

"Hey... doesn't that seem strange to you?"

"What do you mean?"

"Wasn't the Saint supposed to be blind?"

I tilted my head in confusion at Rie's remark.

Wasn't that obvious?

She had black cloth covering her eyes.

And since she was tapping the ground with her cane, I naturally assumed she was blind.

"But she knows where the largest building is and heads straight for it?"

"Huh?"

Observing the Saint's back, I noticed she was proceeding toward the main building with remarkable ease.

"What's going on?"

Both of us stared at her, thoroughly bewildered.

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Raei Translations

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The following day.

The Academy's interior was adorned like a lively festival.

It wasn't setup like a real festival, with little shops side by side.

It was simply decorated more than usual.

Additionally, there were various activities scattered around that the graduates could enjoy.

It was a gathering that had the atmosphere of a festival where both graduates and students could have fun together.

"Rudy!"

Luna approached with a radiant smile.

Originally, everyone seemed to be occupied, so he had planned to explore on his own.

This was his first time attending such a festival, and he had hoped to run into Evan and Serina.

But then, Luna had come to see him the day before.

-Um... Rudy, what are you planning to do tomorrow?

-Are you going to explore? Yeah?

-I have something I want to do... but it feels a bit awkward to go alone...

-Ah! Riku and Ena said they were busy because they wanted to meet some seniors... If it doesn't work out, I'll ask someone else...

-Really? You'll come with me?

How could he refuse when Luna asked in such a way?

However, it seemed that Luna had been fighting with Riku and Ena lately.

Why were those two so busy?

Every time Luna wanted to do something, they always seemed occupied.

Honestly, Luna, who was always studying, should be the busy one, not them.

Were they excluding her?

But whenever he wasn't around, the three of them were always together.

"Rudy, is something bothering you?"

While he was pondering, Luna gazed at him innocently.

Looking at her face, his worries vanished.

There was no way they would ostracize someone as kind as her, right?

"No, not at all. Actually, it's about to start soon. Let's go."

"Okay!"

The two of them made their way to the central auditorium to witness the event that marked the beginning of Homecoming Day.

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