Vol. 1 - Ch. 20 - Moving into Dormitory

Chapter 20 - Moving into Dormitory

"Can I ask a question?"

Fey raised her hand.

"What is it?"

"How exactly do you want Allen to gain our recommendations?"

"It's actually pretty easy. Just have the class admit Allen Rovenne as one of their classmates, that's all. As it happens, there are only nobles and quasi-nobles in this class. Whether it's your ability to discern his character, your individual feelings, your decision based on your family's perspective, or any other factors— it's up to you to make a decision. No matter the reason behind your decision, I will silently mark it down with no questions asked."REaad updated stories at n/o/vel/bin(.)com

"I see."

Then Fey stood up from her chair and pressed her right hand on her chest.

"In the name of Feyrune Von Dragoon, I vouch for Allen Rovenne as one befitting to be a member of the Yugria Royal Knight and Mage Academy's Class A."

"Sure enough."

I had already expected Fey to stand up for me. However, no matter her stance on the matter, there was no way to overturn the current situation.

Besides, I would like to stay far from this troublesome person. Just that point alone was enough incentive for me to instead move to Class E.

Anyway, this class really has no one but nobles, huh...? It wasn't anything strange, even in my previous life, academic ability was directly related to a family's financial strength— life was never fair.

But, not everyone shared the same sentiment as a serious-faced boy, feeling jealous, stood up as Fey was delivering her flawless performance.

"What are you thinking, Fey-sama?! Even if you are a member of the Dragoon family, it's preposterous to stake your family name for the third son of a poor viscount without confirming the alleged cheating suspicions!

Besides, given his rude attitude toward the esteemed Fey-sama since a while ago, he is nothing but a sham! Who will take the responsibility if he tarnishes the good name of the Dragoon family?! I'll be informing the Master of this matter!"

Ah, I see. I didn't know if he was from a branch family, a vassal family, or a prestigious count family, but he should be the so-called 'attendant' assigned to a member of the main branch. Furthermore, considering he was in the same class as Fey, he should be hard-working.

'Kukuku. I bet he doesn't like me very much.' Allen chuckled at the newfound card up his sleeve.

"I've stepped forth not as an individual but as the spokesperson of the Marquis Dragoon family to show this is the family's collective judgment. In noble politics, there are times when you have to make quick decisions even at the risk of taking a gamble. There are things I can see that you cannot, Parry. I don't care what you want to report later but shut your mouth for now."

What was the scary nonsense she was saying? I don't see anything special in myself though.

But once the main family had spoken so, Parry probably had nothing else he could say. The pitiful Parry turned to glare at me, looking like he was ready to jump at any moment to kill me.

"...I will definitely tear away that facade of yours and show the truth to Fey-sama... Just wash your neck and wait for me."

"But Allen's battle power is discerned to be Level 5 you know? You should stop here unless you want to be beaten black and blue."

Once again, the sound of scribbling on paper echoed inside the class.

"This general dormitory of the Royal Academy only has one rule. Look there."

I shifted my gaze to where Sora was pointing at where a board was placed. On that board, 'unaffected and sincere, with fortitude and vigor' was written out in black bold letters.

I secretly chuckled to myself.

Unpretentiously, upfront, unperturbed, and unfazed— they were words I resonated with. For someone like me chasing after a carefree life, I despised pretentiousness and showiness the most.

Meanwhile, upfront, unperturbed, and unfazed depended on how one perceived them. But more than anyone else, I had a strong and determined will to confidently say I would lead my otherworld life doing whatever I wanted and found interesting.

"The dorm fee includes breakfast and costs 1000 rea per month. Well, with the nameplate of the Royal Academy in this Royal Capital, it's not a difficult amount to earn. You can look up some private tutor or explorer jobs if you are tight on budget. Breakfast is served from 6:00 AM to 8:30 AM. Tell me beforehand when you don't need it.

Each room comes with its own toilet but the baths are communal. There's a large bath house at the back right corner of the entrance which operates from 6:00 PM to 10:00 AM.

You should be a noble birth, right? Can you dress by yourself?"

Sora looked at me like I was some sort of an idiot.

Woah! The room came with its own toilet!

I already inquired beforehand that the rent of the dormitory was 1000 rea, which was an exception among the Royal Capital's steep prices, so I was a bit worried that it would be kind of run-down. But that wasn't half-bad.

And there was even a large bath house. Being able to stretch myself in a spacious bath whenever I wanted was heaven for me!

"You don't need to worry about that. I'm just the third son of a poverty-stricken rural viscount family. I can handle my personal matters by myself."

"...You really are one strange boy, this is the first time I've seen someone of noble birth showing an ecstatic expression after hearing about the dormitory......

My role is to curb the attitude of the fellows who misunderstand some things when they get accepted into the Royal Academy. It might be harsh to listen to, but I'm not gonna sugarcoat things. Students of Class D and above can stay in the noble dormitory for the same rent as here.

In short, only the bottom rung Class E students, furthermore those who are too poor to pay even the regular fee of 5000 rea for the Aristocratic Dormitory, gathered here. They also called this place— the Doghouse Dormitory of the Loser Dogs.

If you don't like it, work hard to move up to Class D."

Aristocratic Dormitory? It sounded more like a gathering of idiots who thought they could assert dominance just by scoring higher. The food and facilities might be better compared to here but I didn't see any charm in it.

If I wanted delicious food, I could sneak out into the city at night and find some myself.

"It's fine, I fancy this place— unaffected and sincere, with fortitude and vigor. I must say, that's a wonderful dormitory rule. Though I'll give it my all, I have no intention of moving anywhere for the next three years. So I'll be under your care for the duration of my stay, Sora-san.”

Sora looked baffled, but,

"Hahaha. I hope to hear those words even after you move up a class."

She laughed heartily and left.

Editor's Note - So, after 20 chapters what do you guys think? For me, I find the premise quite interesting. Though I could see how the author might screw it up but as long as the common pitfalls and cliches are avoided this could turn out to be quite a good novel.