Chapter 63: I Need You

Chapter 63: I Need You

Yuna Garnet, who was left alone, was lost in thought.

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A wave of emotions surged through her mind.

This was something that didnt make sense from her perspective. Anything she predicted did not apply to Ethan.

From the class to her own request, everything went beyond her expectations.

He couldnt say no.

Her eyes flickered for a moment.

Hes a strange man.

Yunas gaze changed.

Until now, she had never had any expectations of people, but she began to think that Ethan might be different.

No, that cant be.

But the excitement was short-lived, and she regained her composure.

Trusting will only lead to betrayal. Its not people I should trust.

It was money.

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Is it the first time a new teacher has filled the classroom like this during their first class?

I heard even Claudie couldnt fill the room that full either.

What did he do during his first class to make it like this? I heard he gave Chen Garcia a rough education. Then no one should have signed up for his class.

Ethans class became a topic of discussion among the teachers.

For the teachers, the class they were assigned to was a matter of pride.

The evaluation they received and the number of students who enrolled determined their value as teachers.

As a result, Academy teachers proved their worth through their classes. They showcased what students could gain from taking their classes during the first session and recruited new students through the students who had taken their classes.

Therefore, new teachers were placed in a disadvantageous position.

But Ethan completely shattered that disadvantage.

The capacity is 75, right?

Its still the adjustment period, so some could have dropped out, but it seems no one did.

But there seems to be less talk about it compared to the first class.

In the previous class, there were continuous discussions about Ethan, who had given Chen an intense education and showed what kind of class he would teach.

The main focus was on how Ethan would teach Understanding the Sword Path.

However, there was no talk of that nature this time.

There were only stories about filling the capacity and no one leaving during the class, and the upper-class students were dozing off.

There was no mention of the class content as if it were a lie.

In the principals office.

So, theres a reason why its so quiet?

Yes.

A third-year student stood before the principal. He was a principals scholarship student and had been the executive of the Academy Student Council, serving as the principals eyes and ears since his first year.

It may sound selfish, but I had the same thought, so Ill tell you honestly. After attending Ethan Whiskers class, I felt a strong desire to monopolize this class. I believe other students feel the same way.

Monopolize?

Since the teacher has just started his first class, with this level of skill, he will quickly take on the next class. And then the slots will fill up quickly. It will be difficult to even apply.

The student council executive continued speaking.

Teacher Ethans class was amazing. I cant find any other words to describe it, except that it was incredible.

What kind of class did he teach exactly?

Well

He explained about Ethans class.

Ten students?

Yes, it may sound like a lie, but Im telling you exactly as I described. There is no exaggeration or personal opinion involved. He lined up ten students and had each of them demonstrate their swordsmanship. Then he immediately provided feedback one by one.

Huh.

It was a shocking class content, to the extent that a disheartened laugh escaped. To have ten people simultaneously demonstrate their swordsmanship and then provide immediate corrections to their sword path?

He only witnessed it once, right?

Yes.

So, that means he remembered everything. It was similar to the Revinade Improved Swordsmanship Manual during the exam.

You mean you took that crazy class as if it were natural?

He was one of the three siblings vying for the succession of the ducal family, and as the one with the purest bloodline of the Duke, he exuded a different atmosphere when he put on a serious expression.

What do you mean by saying those things to me?

Mason.

Ethan gazed at Mason with emotionless eyes.

Be careful with your words.

Mason was taken aback by the sudden force emanating from Ethan.

He felt like a completely different person from just a moment ago.

An overwhelming power that could overpower people.

Mason had felt this kind of pressure before, from none other than his own father, the Duke.

Just being in front of it made his body stiffen.

What do you mean by saying those things?

Its for your motivation. Youre a student who doesnt listen in class, so I wanted to motivate you. Is that why you came here?

Are you saying that talking about the successorship, discussing my family history, was merely for the sake of motivating me?

Mason Yeld, you must be well aware of the situation in the swordsmanship department, right?

Why are you suddenly saying this?

The pride of Ivecar lies in the Department of Swordsmanship, right? Most of the famous individuals that Ivecar has produced were from the Department of Swordsmanship. But recently, things have been changing. The departments of magic and alchemy are also achieving great results. Above all, who is currently the top-ranked in the academy?

The Department of Magic.

I heard youre in your third year, and the top-ranked student is in their second year.

Ethans words were clearly provoking Mason.

And this time, an excellent teacher has joined the Department of Magic.

In the Department of Magic, there was a newly appointed teacher who was the granddaughter of an Archmage, Nadia von Tschernkastel.

There was no doubt about Nadias skills. That meant the level of the students in the Department of Magic would rise even further.

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Whats the reason for motivating you? Theres only one reason, isnt there? I intend to restore the Department of Swordsmanship to its former glory.

Currently, the Department of Swordsmanship was only known as a remnant of past glory and the pride of the academy.

In reality, the current pride of the academy lies in the Department of Magic.

Do you think you can do what even Teacher Claudie couldnt, Teacher Ethan?

Teacher Claudie is an incredible person. Hell probably become a master before me.

Ethan also agreed willingly.

But Teacher Claudie has a flaw. He only takes the ones who will succeed and doesnt even look at those who wont.

Saying that, Ethan looked at Mason.

In an instant, Mason felt a pang in his heart.

Was he considered one of the ones who wont succeed?

He tried to protest, but Ethans words were faster.

Thats why Claudie couldnt bring the Department of Swordsmanship back to the top ranks. He decides too quickly who will succeed and who wont.

Ethan pointed at Mason.

Claudie evaluated you as one of the ones who wont succeed.

Damn it.

Mason couldnt hold back and cursed. Then he immediately stood up from his seat.

But Im not like that.

However, Ethan casually said as if throwing it out.

Claudies failure was in evaluating you as one of the ones who wont succeed. Youre currently the strongest force in the Department of Swordsmanship. He discarded the strongest card, judging that it would be difficult to utilize you properly.

Youre saying Im the strongest force?

Masons voice trembled.

Mason didnt overestimate himself. It wasnt like there were a lot of students in the Department of Swordsmanship who were more skilled than him, but there were a few who could be considered on par.

But to say that he was the strongest force?

Of course, Im not talking about you as you are right now. Mason, listen to my classes diligently. Then, Ill help you break through your limitations.

Ethans voice carried a strong determination.

To restore the glory of the Department of Swordsmanship.

Leaving Mason frozen in place like a statue, Ethan stood up from his seat.

I need you.

Masons heart beat fiercely.