Chapter 207: Final Exam 2 (5)

Chapter 207: Final Exam 2 (5)

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"The final exams are now over. You all have worked hard this semester."

The exams had ended.

I was somewhat taken aback by the higher-than-expected difficulty of the exams, but it felt like business as usual.

I looked out the window.

The weather had turned quite cold, and I could see that people's clothing had gotten thicker.

The leaves had fallen from the trees, leaving only bare branches behind.

It felt like just yesterday winter had passed, yet here it was again, bringing with it a fresh sense of nostalgia.

"The student council is over now, too."

With the end of the final exams, the semester had come to a close, which also meant the end of the student council.

I remembered relying heavily on the student council's help, whether it was for studying or other assistance.

After meeting with Professor Robert, I decided to stop by the student council room.

I planned to tidy up my stuff and express my gratitude to the other members.

Being involved in many unusual activities myself, the others in the student council had it tougher than me.

Especially Rie, thanks to whom I could move around freely.

Without Rie, the student council wouldn't have functioned properly.

Eager to talk to the student council, I quickly made my way to Professor Robert's lab.

As I approached Robert's lab, a voice reached my ears.

"Professorrrrrrrrrrrr! You really came back! I'm so glad!!!"

It was a familiar voice.

But having not heard it in a while, it made me smile.

As I opened the door, I saw Gracie, making a fuss over Robert, and Robert himself looking at her with an air of disdain.

"How much I suffered in your absence, Professor"

"Hello, Professor Gracie."

"Huh?"

Gracie, who was in the middle of her passionate speech, turned to look at me.

"What are you doing, Professor? You're not a child."

"Uh"

Gracie blushed and grabbed her head at my comment.

Robert burst into laughter at her reaction.

"For once, you're saying something sensible. Gracie, you're a professor now, behave like one."

"Ugh I was just excited to see you. That's all."

Gracie stammered her reply, and Robert sighed.

"Grow up a little."

"Yes"

Gracie, scolded by Robert, glared at me.

"Besides, Rudy Astria! You! If you're all better, you should be attending the lab!"

"Me?"

I looked at Gracie, puzzled.

"Do you know how much work has piled up in the lab!"

"Professor, do you not know anything?"

"Huh?"

"I'm now a third-year student."

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Realization dawned on Gracie, and her eyes widened.

"Oh"

Typically, students belonging to a lab participate in research internships within the academy during their third-year social practice.

But there's no reason for me to be doing this, right?

"Since you're here, I might as well tell you now. I'll be heading to the capital in a couple of days. Thank you for everything you've done for me."

I felt that it was actually Gracie who owed a debt of gratitude, but I made the customary farewell.

"Right... your family..."

Gracie seemed to recall something about my family, standing there with her mouth agape.

"But, weren't you pushed out of the succession battle? I thought that's why you..."

"I just joined because we were short on funds."

I wondered if I had told Gracie too little about myself.

We were always busy working together, but I had never shared personal details.

"Then you should have at least mentioned it..."

"I thought you knew since it was around the final exams."

"So... you're leaving, and Yuni too..."

Gracie muttered to herself, then seemed horrified.

"What am I going to do now!"

"It's only been a few seconds since I told you to act mature."

Gracie looked at Robert with a gloomy expression.

"But..."

"As a professor, you should know how to stand on your own two feet. You can't depend on the students for everything."

Robert clicked his tongue several times and waved Gracie off.

"If you're done, leave. I have something to discuss with Rudy."

"You're too much! Professor! You should at least offer some comfort to this novice professor!"

"Why would I say such a thing? If you want consolation, go to Cromwell. He's your mentor."

"Ah..."

With her shoulders slumped, Gracie walked away weakly.

"Understood... I'll see you later then."

Ian's reputation and achievements were too significant to be dismissed.

He was regarded as one of the most talented in the empire.

Seeing my puzzled look, Robert elaborated.

"I'm not saying he's insignificant. He's capable, but he can't step out of the shadow of your father. You'll understand what I mean once you're in the capital."

"I appreciate the advice. I'll keep it in mind."

I bowed to Robert and gave a grateful smile.

"Yes, and sort out your affairs with women. It's unbecoming for a man to dither."

"I'll keep that in mind too."

I nodded awkwardly and bowed to Robert.

"I'll visit when I have time, Master."

"That title again"

Now, he just chuckled and shook his head whenever I called him 'Master'.

With that, I left Robert's office and headed towards the student council room, just as I had planned before visiting the lab.

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Raei Translations

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"Will Rudy ever show up? My legs are starting to cramp"

"He should be here soon"

"Didnt you say something to him?"

"Well, it wouldnt be a surprise if I had"

Despite the lights being off, voices could be heard in the student council room.

It was Luna's surprise.

She had informed Rie earlier to prepare a surprise for Rudy.

With the end of the final exams and the conclusion of the student council activities, Luna planned a party to celebrate their hard work.

The problem was that they hadn't informed Rudy.

Rie, who had been in on the preparations, assumed Luna would have told Rudy since she was keen on organizing the event.

Busy wrapping up student council matters and preparing for final exams, they hadnt paid attention to this detail.

"Should we tell him now?"

"Shall I fetch him?"

Kuhn, who was hiding nearby, popped his head out and suggested.

Rie pondered for a moment, then sighed.

"Everyone, come out. My legs are aching."

Locke crawled out from under a desk, Emily and Kuhn emerged from the cleaning cupboard, and Luna squeezed out of the storeroom.

"We cant keep doing this, not knowing when hell come"

Rie, feeling slightly disappointed that Rudy hadn't come straight to the student council room after the exams, let out a sigh.

Luna looked down, feeling guilty.

"Sorry."

"Its not just your fault. I should have checked too. Let's stretch a bit and think"

Thud Thud

As they spoke, footsteps were heard outside.

Everyones eyes widened at the sound.

"Hide!"

They quickly concealed themselves again.

The footsteps stopped outside the student council room, and the door opened.

As the person entered, everyone silently counted.

"One, two three!"

Bang

"Rudy, great job!"

"Rudy, well done!"

"Rudy?"

They all jumped out, setting off small fireworks.

However

"Luna? Sis? Kuhn?"

The person at the door was Yuni.

Yuni looked bewildered as she gazed at everyone.

Confetti from the fireworks stuck to her hair.

"Ah."

Rie held her head and sighed deeply.

"Sorry, everyone."

Luna looked back at the others, her voice wavering.

Yuni squinted slightly and looked at them all.

"If you all make that face, Ill feel hurt."

Just as Yuni wore a sulky expression,

"Whats going on?"

Rudy peeked his head in from behind Yuni.

Everyone let out a deep sigh.

"Its a total mess."

"Indeed"

"Sorry"

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