Legendary Hero is an Academy Honors Student - Chapter 421

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421.

 

“The Book of Shadows?!”

 

“There was such a thing?”

 

First day of the summit.

 

After the meeting ended and the contents were summarized and announced, the students showed surprised expressions.

 

What drew the hottest attention was about the Book of Shadows.

 

In the dormitory cafeteria, while everyone was surprised, Chloe asked Chen Xia who was next to her.

 

“Xia, did you happen to know about it?”

 

“Yes.”

 

When Chen Xia answered with her characteristic smile, Iliana made a fuss.

 

“Why didn’t you tell us! It’s an amazing discovery! Besides, if we had known that Shadows could also have their names recorded in the Hero Record, those thoughtless guys wouldn’t have ignored or looked down on you!”

 

Iliana showed an excited reaction.

 

Students from Glory Dormitory and those who were in the same class as Chen Xia during their first year treated her without prejudice even after the fact that she was a Shadow became known.

 

Chen Xia herself also decided to go her own way without being obsessed with heroes or Shadows after resolving her identity concerns with Leo’s help.

 

However, as long as she was a princess of Shan, there were bound to be students who looked at her with colored glasses.

 

Heroes are those who have accomplished great deeds worthy of recognition by the gods.

 

But no matter how great a hero is, as long as they are human, they cannot be perfect beings.

 

Some made big mistakes, and some had ignoble character despite their great achievements.

 

There were also heroes who committed acts that deserved condemnation.

 

But because they received recognition from the gods, people quickly forget those facts.

 

However, since Shadows did not receive recognition from the gods, they were held to stricter standards than heroes.

 

Even so, there were no students among the 2nd years who openly despised or looked down on Chen Xia.

 

Selia from the Knight Academy that she belonged to, as well as Duran who had stronger pride than anyone else, also regarded Chen Xia as a rival.

 

In the case of the magic department’s top students like Chloe, Chelsea, and Avad, they were also close friends with Chen Xia.

 

In the Summoning Department, Chen Xia was one of the few people that Eliza showed respect to.

 

Woreden wasn’t the type to care about such things in the first place.

 

Most importantly, she was close friends with Leo, the student council president.

 

There were no fools in Lumern who would unnecessarily get on the bad side of the year’s top students and ruin their school life.

 

However, they couldn’t change the subtle glances.

 

Chen Xia simply didn’t step forward because she left such gazes alone.

 

Chloe and Iliana, who were students from the same dormitory, knew this fact well.

 

Looking at Iliana who was clenching her fists as if frustrated, Chloe let out a small sigh.

 

“Since it’s classified information from Shan, Xia couldn’t talk about it carelessly either. Besides, even if the existence of the Book of Shadows becomes known, it won’t change much immediately.”

 

“Miss Chloe is right. People’s gazes are something that we Shadows, including myself, must change on our own.”

 

“Ugh. Still, Dragon Lord declared that he won’t stand for discrimination! Now if there are guys who look at you that way, I’ll beat them to a pulp.”

 

“Thank you, Miss Iliana.”

 

It was when Chen Xia smiled brightly.

 

“Excuse me. Miss Chen Xia.”

 

Then Eiran approached hesitantly.

 

The second-ranked 2nd year of the same generation from Seirun.

 

“Yes, Miss Eiran.”

 

“Since Miss Chen Xia is a princess of Shan, have you ever seen the Book of Shadows directly?”

 

“Of course.”

 

“Then have you seen the records of the Hero of the Beginning?”

 

“Yes.”

 

“Ah, I’m so envious!”

 

Eiran, who loved heroic tales, made a fuss.

 

“What kind of stories were there?”

 

Eiran’s eyes sparkled.

 

Accordingly, Chloe and Iliana also looked at Chen Xia with curious eyes.

 

Kail, the Hero of the Beginning.

 

Until just a year ago, he was a great hero who was only regarded as a fictional existence, but after evidence of his actual existence was revealed, he has been continuously reevaluated.

 

However, since there were virtually no remaining records, research on his activities was in a sluggish state.

 

In such a situation, when it was said that Kail’s records were discovered, it was natural for hero candidates to be interested.

 

“What are you talking about so interestingly?”

 

When Chelsea, who was passing by with a food tray, asked while tilting her head, Chloe said.

 

“About the Book of Shadows and the Hero of the Beginning.”

 

“If it’s that story, I’m interested too!”

 

Chelsea’s eyes sparkled as she quickly sat down and said to Avad who was with her.

 

“Brother, sit here!”

 

Avad, who burst into laughter at those words, sat next to Chelsea.

 

“I’m also curious about what kind of magic the Hero of the Beginning used. Is he really an all-class?”

 

“Yes.”

 

Looking at the noisy atmosphere, Runia, who was eating from a distance, rested her chin on her hand.

 

“Really, there’s never a quiet day at Lumern.”

 

Runia shook her head slightly.

 

Then Cal, Ar, and Driana, who were sitting together, got up from their seats.

 

“Where are you going?”

 

“They’re talking about the Hero of the Beginning! Aren’t you curious?”

 

When Ar said with sparkling eyes, Runia shook her head.

 

“Not particularly.”

 

“Leave this stubborn one alone. She’s the type who would refuse out of pointless pride even if she wanted to hear.”

 

“Right. If we leave her alone, she’ll come on her own, right?”

 

Driana and Cal giggled as they went toward where Chen Xia was with Ar.

 

“I’m really not that curious.”

 

Runia made an indifferent expression.

 

However, every time the noisy conversation reached her, her ears perked up several times.

 

“Ah, really!”

 

A moment later, as if she couldn’t stand it anymore, she ran toward the noisy place.

 

***

 

“Through this summit, we plan to break down the barriers between heroes and Shadows to strengthen cooperation.”

 

Mel’s professor’s office.

 

Mellina spoke with a serious face.

 

“And we also plan to strengthen harmony between races.”

 

The world has continued with distrust between nations within various interests.

 

And distrust between races has also continued.

 

As Mellina, she wanted to heal all such discord in her generation and unite their strength as much as possible.

 

Since there wasn’t much time left until the collapse of the Hero Record of the Beginning.

 

It was no exaggeration to say that the threat of Erebos had approached right before their eyes.

 

“Fortunately, thanks to Lord Leo, Lord Rodia has also gained new power, so time has been extended, but…”

 

“That too would only be buying time.”

 

Leo said while lifting the teacup that Mellina had brought out.

 

“What do you think of the heroes of this era?”

 

Mellina asked.

 

The heroes who have had their names recorded in the Hero Record in this era.

 

They would certainly become the force to fight against Erebos and Tartaros in the distant future.

 

“They were all excellent.”

 

“Don’t you have any advice to give them?”

 

“Well.”

 

Leo’s red eyes curved.

 

“No matter what anyone says, they’re people who have accomplished feats worthy of recognition by the gods and had their names inscribed in the Hero Record.”

 

Leo took a sip of tea and set it down.

 

“It would be ridiculous for me to give advice to those who are already on stage, properly fulfilling their roles.”

 

“Then….”

 

“I’m naturally more interested in the hero candidates who will lead the next generation. That’s why I’ve made plans for this summer vacation.”

 

“Plans?”

 

Mellina tilted her head curiously.

 

Leo pulled out a paper from his pocket and handed it to Mellina.

 

After receiving and reading it, Mellina said.

 

“Hmm… It’s a training schedule. Are you planning to do this?”

 

“That’s right. You could call it a kind of training camp? I’m planning to hold it at the Flobe Family Estate.”

 

At Leo’s words, Mellina smiled sympathetically.

 

‘These children are going to experience hell during summer vacation.’

 

“I’d like to invite the people listed there as instructors. Could I ask you to help with that?”

 

“Yes. I’ll handle the preparations.”

 

Nodding her head and tucking the plan into her pocket, Mellina asked.

 

“There’s something I want to ask you, Leo.”

 

“What is it?”

 

“How long do you plan to hide the fact that you’re the reincarnation of the Hero of the Beginning?”

 

At that question, Leo crossed his arms and looked up at the ceiling in thought.

 

“Do you plan to hide it forever?”

 

“That won’t be the case. Someday, there will come a time when I’ll have to reveal my identity myself.”

 

Leo, who had been lost in thought, shook his head.

 

“But not now. It would be better to reveal it when I’ve gained power that doesn’t pale in comparison to my past self.”

 

Although Leo was rapidly regaining his past power and accumulating strength through conquest rewards from the Heroes’ World, he still hadn’t fully recovered the power of his prime.

 

“Yes.”

 

***

 

The summit held in Lumern.

 

And the news that followed shook the world.

 

On just the first day, stories about the appearance of the Hero Record and the Book of Shadows, along with tales of the final journeys of great heroes previously unknown, began to spread.

 

The next day, Mellina released the Hero Records of the heroes who had distinguished themselves during the Jormungandr subjugation battle that she had received from Leo, continuing to astonish the world.

 

Even while these amazing events continued to unfold, the freshmen’s final exam tournament kept proceeding.

 

And before they knew it, it had reached the semifinals.

 

“Wow, the Class President’s mentee… That’s amazing?”

 

Iliana stuck out her tongue.

 

“The year’s last place made it to the top four? And his opponent is none other than the year’s representative!”

 

Watching Iliana’s sparkling eyes, Cal rested his chin on his hand.

 

“You look happy.”

 

“Of course! Austin made it to the safe zone!”

 

Austin, who was Iliana’s mentee and a member of Leo’s knight order, had achieved safe grades.

 

With no more worries about expulsion, Iliana had been purely enjoying the freshmen’s matches from then on.

 

“Plus, thanks to betting on the Class President’s mentee, I hit several long-shot odds!”

 

Iliana’s eyes sparkled as she shook her money pouch.

 

“I almost had my allowance cut off for bombing the written exam! Thanks to this, I don’t have to worry about spending money for the second semester!”

 

Watching such an Iliana, Eiran, who had been observing from the side, was impressed.

 

“That’s amazing.”

 

“Hehe~! Call me Lady Iliana with the Heart of a Beast.”

 

“That sounds so cool!”

 

“Don’t be impressed, Sister Eiran. That’s not the heart of a beast, it’s the brain of an animal.”

 

Chelsea spoke coldly while watching Eiran, who was even clapping in admiration.

 

“Hehe. Anyway, shall I multiply this money further? Cal. I want to buy betting tickets!”

 

“Yes~ Yes~ On Luke?”

 

“What are you talking about? Obviously on Aina!”

 

“Haven’t you been all about Luke until now?”

 

“Hah! A true gambler doesn’t gamble! Taking sure money from fights with low odds but certain wins is what a real pro does!”

 

It wasn’t something someone who had been talking about the heart of a beast should say.

 

“So how much are you betting.”

 

“Everything.”

 

Looking at Iliana whose eyes gleamed with greed, Cal sold her the betting tickets without hesitation.

 

“Make this sister rich! My cute junior.”

 

Just as Iliana’s eyes were sparkling.

 

“I’d like to try that too.”

 

Someone approached Cal.

 

It was none other than Rea.

 

Although Rea’s soul had been crushed after being captured by Hallind, she had barely recovered over the past few days.

 

“On whom?”

 

“On Aina Beidna, this much.”

 

Rea handed Cal a bundle of money.

 

Looking at Rea whose eyes burned with emotions different from greed, Cal sold her betting tickets without comment.

 

‘It’s not my money anyway.’

 

Cal put the money bundle into his extradimensional space.

 

“I should start preparing for business.”

 

***

 

“Phew.”

 

Luke took a deep breath before entering the arena.

 

Leo wasn’t there.

 

In fact, Leo hadn’t come to see Luke even once since the first match.

 

While that was disappointing, he also had this thought.

 

‘It must be Senior’s way of saying I can do it on my own now.’

 

Thinking that, he slapped his cheeks.

 

He calmed his trembling heart.

 

Throughout the first semester.

 

The person waiting for him was someone he could only think of as amazing, someone he had only watched from afar.

 

‘How well will I be able to do.’

 

The other students he had faced while coming this far were also sufficiently amazing.

 

But his current opponent was on a different level.

 

Literally the strongest freshman.

 

Anxiety crept in and his chest trembled.

 

But soon he took a deep breath and moved forward.

 

‘Let’s go. Luke.’

 

He shook off his anxiety.

 

‘I’ll test the results of my training against the strongest freshman.’

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