Legendary Hero is an Academy Honors Student - Chapter 378
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378.
“Phew-”
Kirin, the master of Shadow who exhaled cigarette smoke, muttered while watching the battle unfold through the magical projection.
“Interesting.”
‘Did Riina Flicks give him special training or something?’
Riina Flicks.
A person from the Shadows who rose to the position of Principal of Lumern, becoming a globally controversial figure.
And currently, the controversy surrounding her was still ongoing.
Shadows don’t have a positive image among people.
The mission of Shadows is to protect the world from the darkness.
Among them are those who escort heroes destined to lead the world, and those who track down and eliminate traitors.
Most Shadow work happens in darkness, but some among them reveal their activities.
Shadows who pursue traitors and brutally eliminate them as an example.
The public image of Shadows was created by such operatives.
Many people have deep misunderstandings and fears about Shadows for this reason.
Since such a Shadow became Principal of Lumern, there were endless discussions externally about changing the principal.
Of course, Altech Jeron, the chairman of Lumern who directly appointed Riina as principal, was ignoring those opinions.
The reason Riina became Principal of Lumern is extremely simple.
Because she is strong.
The Principal of Lumern must lead students as a principal and serve as a role model.
But more important than that is the military force as a guardian who can protect the school.
Altech Jeron, and Hallind and Sedjen who have been teaching at Lumern the longest, judged that although she is a Shadow, there is no one more perfect than Riina as a guardian, so they offered her the principal position.
And such legendary tales of Riina are better known among fellow Shadows.
She is a legend among Shadows.
Kirin, the Shadow lord of the Southern Region, had also heard her stories.
‘Given Riina Flicks’ personality, I don’t think she would have given special training.’
Kirin narrowed his eyes while looking at Leo.
‘That atmosphere isn’t something that can be created in just a day or two.’
As a fellow Shadow, Kirin could tell.
The fact that Leo was a born judge.
‘I see why the princess would fall so deeply for him?’
Kirin, who had been chuckling, stood up from his seat.
‘It would be rude to keep the master of Shan waiting any longer.’
Kirin disappeared into the darkness.
***
“Haaah!”
With a resounding battle cry, Borman’s large fist flew toward Leo’s face.
A fierce attack as if to crush Leo’s face.
In response, Leo clenched his fist.
Thoom-!
Leo’s fist and Borman’s fist collided, producing a heavy sound.
A pure strength battle without using aura.
To anyone watching, the smaller Leo seemed at a disadvantage.
But Leo didn’t move an inch from his punching stance.
Seeing this, Borman snorted.
“My blood is boiling! The spirit to face me head-on without backing down! Truly worthy of a man called Lumern’s strongest!”
Excited, Borman began throwing a series of punches at Leo.
Pababababababak-!
Leo blocked all of Borman’s attacks and dove into his guard.
Thud-!
“Huh?!”
Borman’s body staggered from an impact beyond imagination.
Whoosh-!
Leo spun and struck Borman’s temple with his heel.
Thwack-! Crash-!
Borman’s body, hit by Leo’s kick, slammed into the ground.
As Borman’s heavy body fell, everyone’s eyes widened.
Thump-!
“Hehehe.”
Borman pushed himself up from the ground.
“Amazing…! Amazing!”
‘I thought he was knocked out? Incredible endurance.’
“Should we call it quits? If we go further, there’ll be blood?”
“Call it quits?”
Borman curled up the corners of his mouth.
“I am a great hero! A great warrior like Arron! One who walks the path of valor like Ajonia!”
Bang bang-!
Borman shouted while beating his chest.
“Lord Arron said! Wounds will make me stronger!”
‘That’s something I said though.’
Leo made a displeased expression.
It was something Kail had said to warriors who were frustrated after being injured in a great battle.
It seemed that in later generations, it had been distorted to be something Arron had said.
“Fighting you will surely make me stronger! Haaah!”
Borman charged toward Leo.
Leo bent his knees.
Whoosh-!
In an instant, Leo’s body disappeared.
At the same time, the charging Borman stopped abruptly.
Tap-!
Leo, who had somehow landed behind Borman, pushed the dazed Borman’s back.
Thud-!
With a heavy sound, the unconscious Borman collapsed.
“Excellent.”
Leo said calmly.
Despite being a 2nd year, Borman was quite skilled.
It’s just that his opponent was far too formidable.
Leo looked down at Borman being carried away on a stretcher and flexed his fingers.
Then he looked at Ar, who was walking out from the entrance with her arms crossed.
“Heh, prepare yourself, Black Rabbit. Now the champion of this arena will be your opponent.”
Ar curled up the corners of her mouth and snorted.
‘Come to think of it, I’ve never properly fought the Black Rabbit in close combat, have I? This should be interesting.’
As an Ajonia student, Ar also enjoys fighting strong opponents.
[Yes! The most beautiful champion in Shadow Arena history has appeared!]
The excited commentator shouted at Ar’s entrance.
The audience, who had been overwhelmed by Leo, also began cheering enthusiastically.
“Rabbit! Rabbit! Rabbit!”
Especially when the male customers were showing enthusiastic reactions.
“What kind of rabbit is that? That’s clearly a cat.”
Iliana made an exasperated expression.
“Why is the Ajonia representative here wearing those clothes and being the fighting arena champion?”
“Maybe there’s some story behind it? Like she made a deal with this casino.”
“What story! That guy’s definitely here because of gambling debts, right?”
When Chelsea and Chloe made expressions of confusion, Cal chuckled and spoke.
Cal, who had conquered Dweno’s World together with them, could easily deduce why Arga was here in such a state.
Just as Arga was taking a stance to charge forward.
[There is an urgent announcement.]
The commentator’s urgent voice was heard.
[By the Master’s orders, the fighting arena event will end here! We ask for your understanding, dear guests.]
At the sudden announcement of the arena’s suspension, irritated jeers erupted from here and there.
“What?”
“All of a sudden?”
Just as the group was also making bewildered expressions.
“Students of Lumern.”
A beastman male revealed himself.
Seeing him appear without any presence, the entire group flinched.
The beastman male spoke politely to the group.
“The Master has ordered me to escort you.”
***
Inside the room, Ar sat with a slightly sulky face.
Ar, who had changed into Ajonia’s uniform, swished her tail back and forth and glanced at Leo before speaking.
“Black Rabbit.”
“What.”
“Fight me when we get out.”
“Why fight when the outcome is obvious?”
Arga clenched her fist tightly.
“I can’t stand that guy being the only one having fun!”
“If you’re dissatisfied, I’ll play with you.”
“Play? How?”
Leo reached for a tissue on the table and rolled it up to make it feather-like.
Seeing this, Ar’s ears immediately perked up.
Snap-!
Ar unconsciously reached out with her hand to grab the tissue.
When Leo lifted up the tissue that had annoyingly dodged Ar’s hand, Ar caught it with both hands like clapping.
Ar, whose eyes had been sparkling brightly, made a hot-! expression.
Ar, who had unconsciously played the hunting game instinctively, blushed and shouted.
“Don’t treat me like a cat!”
“If you’re not a cat, then what are you.”
“I’m a beastman! A cat beastman! Not your pet cat!”
“Then just don’t fall for things like this.”
“It’s instinct! If you keep teasing me, I’ll bite you!”
Just as Leo chuckled while watching Ar bristle her fur and hiss like she was snarling.
“You two seem to get along well.”
Someone entered the room.
Ar’s eyes widened as she confirmed who it was.
“Chen Xia from Lumern’s Knight Department?”
“Nice to meet you, Ar Tune.”
Chen Xia smiled brightly and gave an Eastern-style greeting, placing her left fist against her right palm.
“Nice to meet you.”
Ar also smiled brightly.
But then, seeing Kirin who appeared following behind Chen Xia, she bristled her fur.
It wasn’t particularly because Ar was wary of Kirin.
It was just her beastman instincts reacting to the thick scent of blood that clung to her body.
“Ar Tune. Your debt and the Ajonia students’ debt disappeared as of today.”
“Why?”
“This kind-hearted young lady here has forgiven it all.”
Kirin placed her hands on both of Chen Xia’s shoulders and smiled brightly.
“Oh! Thank you!”
Ar smiled brightly, then approached Chen Xia and firmly grasped and shook her hands.
“I’ll definitely repay this debt later.”
“You don’t need to worry about it.”
Chen Xia answered with her characteristically gentle voice.
“Tell the other students that their debt has been forgiven too.”
“What about Black Rabbit?”
“I have something to discuss separately with Lumern’s student council president.”
At those words, Ar nodded and left the room.
With only three people remaining, Chen Xia spoke.
“You’re quite close with Ajonia’s representative.”
“Because we’re close.”
“Hmm.”
Chen Xia made a slightly coy expression.
“You were quite fond of her, weren’t you?”
“She’s actually cute. Like you.”
“What?”
Chen Xia showed a bewildered reaction to the sudden comment.
Chen Xia, who had been blushing, soon bristled and answered.
“Young Master Leo. You keep teasing me, but as I’ve said repeatedly, I’m older than you.”
“Yeah, yeah.”
Seeing Leo’s indifferent reaction, Chen Xia slightly pouted her lips.
But soon she sighed softly and stood behind Leo.
And then she spoke.
“Kirin Neila.”
“Yes, Princess.”
Chen Xia’s face had become expressionless.
A dry, emotionless face.
Chen Xia, revealing her appearance as a Shadow, spoke.
“What’s the reason for your rudeness toward Young Master Leo?”
Kirin spoke respectfully to Chen Xia.
Shadow Lords.
Those who lead the Shadows of elves, beastmen, and dwarves respectively are certainly independent forces separate from Shan, the nation of Shadows.
However, that doesn’t mean they’re completely unrelated to each other.
Kail, the first Shadow.
Shan was founded by Bihar, who inherited that Kail’s will as an ancestor.
It’s no exaggeration to say that all Shadows derived from Shan.
Therefore, while the Shadow Lords are separate from the Shan Empire, they cannot be considered completely independent forces.
It is also the Emperor of Shan who grants the position of Shadow Lord.
That’s why the Shadow Lords respected the master of Shan.
If it had been Chen Xia, she could have met Kirin as soon as she arrived at Shadow.
Because Chen Xia is the next Emperor of Shan.
But Leo couldn’t do that.
Kirin had tested Leo, and Chen Xia was angry about that fact.
The Shadows had been saved by Leo.
Through Leo, the Book of Shadows was born, and it was finally proven that they had not been abandoned by God.
Chen Xia could not tolerate the fact that someone had dared to test such a Leo.
Seeing Chen Xia displaying her anger, Kirin spoke.
“Please calm your anger and understand with generosity. Princess, I am a Shadow Lord.”
Kirin looked at Leo.
“The lives of thousands of Shadows depend on my decisions. That’s why I needed to test whether Leo-nim was a vessel capable of embracing the Shadows or not.”
“So.”
Leo rested his chin on his hand.
“Are you satisfied?”
“Yes, I couldn’t help but acknowledge it.”
Kirin smiled.
“The fact that your appearance as a judge suits the God of Shadows more than anyone else.”
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