Chapter 56

Chapter 56

However, Rowena didnt dwell on it too much as there was something more urgent afoot.

They had to think of a way to deal with the earth golem in front of them.

So it attacks if we cross the line.

Then arent we trapped in here!?

Lets not jump to conclusions too fast. Why dont we attack it together?

Dont! We might land ourselves in further danger if we act rashly.

The students discussed what they should do, each giving their own opinion.

As they were in a state of panic, their voices grew, and they refused to back down.

Fearing that the argument would devolve into a worthless quarrel, Nilia quickly walked up to Yi-han.

Since they didnt listen to her, she had to get the help of someone that they did.

Wardanaz. Wardanaz.

Meanwhile, Yi-han was deep in thought with a frown on his forehead. She had to shake his arms and call him to get his attention.

Wardanaz!

Oh, sorry, what was that?

Whats wrong with you? Those brats I mean our friends are acting up again. Its your time to shine.

Yi-han nodded.

By the way, what were you thinking so hard about? Nilia asked curiously.

Oh, I was just analyzing our situation.

!

This boy from the Wardanaz Family was very astute and often noticed things that others didnt.

Not only did he appreciate the skills of the hunters and scouts of the Shadow Patrol, but he also thought highly of their wisdom and was willing to be friends with her.

Could he have figured out a solution to this predicament?

Did you figure something out?

All the students including Nilia looked at him in anticipation.

I think this is a trap from the professor.

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The unexpected bombshell left everyone speechless.

***

Let me go.

Calm yourself, Professor Ingurdel.

Principal Skelly soothed Ingurdel as he released the professor from the binding magic that he had cast.

Professor Ingurdel stared at Principal Skelly and Professor Uregor in disbelief.

He had been wondering what was going on after suddenly finding himself in the dark. It turned out he had been kidnapped by the two.

These mages were nuts!

Theres a reason for bringing you here. Let me explain.

Go on.

With a skilled swordsman like yourself standing guard, the students wont be able to grow when theyre confronted with danger.

..

Professor Ingurdel was dumbstruck by this bullshit explanation.

Thinking theyd managed to convince him, Principal Skelly and Professor Uregor nodded.

Im glad Professor Ingurdel understands.

But I dont! There should be other ways to facilitate the students growth! For example, have them train and battle each other, or teach them the proper mindset

Principal Skelly shook his head when he heard this, as if to lament speaking to a swordsman.

Thats not how mages grow.

Hes right, Professor Ingurdel. Mages arent nurtured that way. If they already know what to expect, we cant stimulate their creativity.

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Professor Ingurdel barely held himself back from brandishing his sword. He had to remind himself that this was a magic academy, not a knights school.

Id rather be back at knights school.

Professor Ingurdel might not agree with my methods right now, but one day, youll understand why Im doing this.

Fine. Lets suppose youre having students roam the mountains for hours in terrible rain and making them come across an unexpected danger to train their awareness

Uregor acted as if he was embarrassed.

No need to praise me like that.

I wasnt praising you. There are lots of monsters in the mountain range, and the paths are such that they may get lost if they arent careful. How do you plan on saving them if something unexpected happens and theyre attacked by a powerful monster?

Principal Skelly and Professor Uregor acted as if they couldnt understand the point of his question.

They should do something about it themselves, no?

Thats only effective against Garci err, trolls. Since it attacks if we cross the line, lets try erasing it.

It cant be that simple. We should try covering its eyes. Rob its vision and sneak away while its confused.

We should shoot it with arrows!

Asan, who had been listening to their conversation, felt that Yi-han should step in again to organize everyones opinion. Otherwise, all sorts of trashy suggestions would be thrown out.

Rowena stepped forward and opened her mouth.

Her Highness has suggested using her spirit to distract the golemwait, wheres Wardanaz?

Huh?

Asan looked around in a panic as Yi-han was nowhere to be seen.

Did anyone see where Yi-han went?

W-was he kidnapped?

We must break through the golem and retrieve him!

They were much more alarmed than when the golem first appeared.

However, Yi-han hadnt disappeared in the first place.

Yonaire was surprised to see that Yi-han had suddenly appeared behind the earth golem.

!!

Wardanaz?!

The students couldnt believe their eyes. Yi-han had somehow managed to cross the line and appeared behind the golem, and the golem wasnt attacking him.

Howd he do it!?

He mustve used an invisibility spell.

While the others were engrossed in their discussion, Yi-han had conducted an experiment to determine whether he could use the invisibility spell on his belt to go past the golem.

As a result, he discovered that the golem couldnt detect those that were invisible.

He also learned that it wouldnt attack anyone that had already crossed the line. This was why he was safe even after disabling the spell.

This was a huge finding.

He knows how to cast invisibility spells!

No, I simply borrowed the power of an artifact.

He knows how to craft artifacts already!

I never said I made it.

The Black Tortoise were dumbfounded.

Huh? Was there such an artifact among the ones that we sold?

Whered you get the artifact?

Oh, this ones not from the school. Its something I received from an order.

Which order was it?

The Order of Presinga.

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..

Students from both towers grimaced when they heard the name, leaving Yi-han feeling slightly hurt.

***

Yi-han had somehow slipped past the golem, but the situation hadnt changed much as the golem still trapped the rest.

Wardanaz, call a professor!

Someone should go with him! What if he betrays us and

Nonsense! You think hes Gainando?

R-right. Sorry

Yi-han ignored them.

Since this was a trap set up by Professor Uregor, calling for help would be a futile endeavour.

We must find a solution ourselves.

Given that the golem was prepared by the professor, it had to be something that the freshmen could defeat one way or another.

Move!

He took out his iron orb and waved his staff, making the orb revolve midair.

First, I must find where its core is.

Yi-hans plan was to strike the earth golem until he discovered its core.

Will it work? Its a golem after all, Yonaire said worriedly.

Even if it was made of dirt, it didnt change the fact that it was a golem. Its body had to be extremely thick and robust. She didnt think a spell from a freshman would be effective.

However, Yi-han nodded to reassure her.

Against a wild golem, he wouldve had his doubts as well. That said, this was an assignment from Professor Uregor.

In that case, it shouldnt be that robust!

With a wave of his staff, the orb struck the golem.