Legendary Hero is an Academy Honors Student - Chapter 55

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55.

A week passed in the blink of an eye, and the day of the school trip dawned.

First-year students were gathered by class in front of the Lumern Teleport Gate.

“It’s quite hot today.”

“Going to a cold region in this heat—isn’t this like a summer retreat in a way?”

Today marked the beginning of summer uniform season, so all students were wearing their summer uniforms.

Even though they had changed from spring-autumn uniforms to summer ones, when Nella fanned herself with her hand and muttered about the unusually hot weather, Iliana cheerfully responded.

While Class 5 was chatting like this, Selia approached from the Class 1 side.

“Leo. Why is your class going to Elsalvechia? It’s the coldest country.”

White short-sleeved blouse.

Wearing a red ribbon tie with a red and black checkered uniform and knee-high socks, Selia maintained a perfectly neat appearance despite the hot weather.

Lumern had a policy of not caring much about how students styled their uniforms as long as they met the required uniform elements.

Being teenagers who loved to express themselves, they often customized their uniforms with personality.

Right now there was a male student with jewels dangling all over his uniform, and a student who had modified their uniform to store weapons everywhere.

Or a student who kept their uniform neat and crisp like a military uniform.

There was even a student who had reformed theirs to look like a wizard’s robe.

Thanks to this, students like Selia who wore their uniforms properly were actually quite rare.

As a member of the Renowned Hero Families, maintaining a neat appearance was Selia’s motto.

“Your class is going to the warmest place available.”

“Of course. I absolutely hate cold weather.”

Selia answered Leo’s question decisively.

“Well. It would have been different if we could have gone to Seirun.”

Watching Selia laugh happily, Cal asked.

“But Selia. You seem really happy?”

“That guy Duran said he wanted to go somewhere cold. So we competed over which destination to choose.”

Selia swept her hair back with a smug expression.

“As you can see, the result was my victory.”

“A battle between the 1st and 2nd place students in the Knight Department… That’s an incredible big match! Why didn’t I know about it? What event did you compete in?”

“Rock-paper-scissors.”

“…”

“The expression on that guy’s face when he threw rock! Ohohohoho!”

“Selia. Deciding the class trip destination with rock-paper-scissors isn’t something to brag about, you know? Could you please keep it down?”

Chloe tried to stop her with an embarrassed expression.

“If it’s a warm place, you’ll encounter humans more often. Be careful.”

“I actually want to meet those kinds of guys though?”

Selia grinned at Leo’s words.

Humans cannot enter elf territory.

Most humans in elf territory have illegally crossed the border.

In reality, most humans who invaded elf territory were bandits.

“I need to teach a lesson to those who tarnish our race’s honor by doing bad things.”

“Monsters and humans are different.”

“I know. Do I look like someone who would let their guard down?”

When Selia smiled brightly, Leo shook his head.

“That’s not what I mean. Don’t underestimate human malice.”

Selia’s eyes widened.

“This big brother is saying this because he’s worried about you.”

“I-I don’t need your worry! And why are you the big brother! I’m the older sister!”

Selia, who had been flustered, made a sulky expression.

“You be careful too! Fairy Forest is a monster appearance zone!”

Leo nodded at Selia’s words and then spoke to Chloe.

“Chloe, you be careful too.”

“Yeah. See you in ten days, Leo. Cal.”

Chloe waved her hand.

After parting with the two, this time Chen Xia came to say goodbye.

“Young Master Leo. See you in ten days.”

“You be careful on your trip too.”

“Yes.”

While they were having a brief chat, the homeroom teachers appeared.

“Leo, Nella. Do the headcount.”

“Everyone gather.”

At Hallind’s words, Leo took charge of Class 5.

Since their homeroom teacher was Hallind, all Class 5 students quickly lined up in formation left and right.

“All members have assembled.”

“Good.”

Hallind, standing in front of Class 5, spoke in his characteristically cool voice.

“The school trip is also part of your education. I hope no one is taking this lightly.”

“Yes!”

Watching Class 5 answer with discipline, Hallind nodded.

Then, starting from Class 1, they boarded the warp gate one by one.

“Destination, gate connection to Elsalvechia has been established.”

“Magic will activate in 5 seconds.”

“5, 4, 3, 2, 1. Teleport.”

Flash—!

Their vision changed along with the bright light.

Flash—!

What they saw along with the changed vision was a snowstorm.

“Kyaaaaa!”

“What is this!”

“It’s freezing cold!”

Class 5 students screamed and hurriedly began pulling out and putting on their winter coats.

“I thought it would at least be inside a building!”

Cal said in shock.

The teleport gate where Class 5 had teleported to was right outdoors.

“Why are you all making such a fuss?”

Watching Leo stand facing the snowstorm head-on without batting an eye, Chelsea sniffled and asked.

“Leo oppa, aren’t you cold?”

“I am cold.”

“Then why are you standing there like it’s nothing?”

“It’s embarrassing to make a fuss.”

“Wow, so cool.”

Chelsea was impressed.

“I feel this sometimes, but. Our class president looks like a total pretty boy, but he has these manly aspects.”

“Right! Especially when his eyes get sharp, he’s really scary.”

“But isn’t that when he looks most dangerous yet coolest?”

The female students whispered among themselves.

“Should we have tried to act dignified like Leo?”

“Even if we did, the response we’d get would be the same anyway.”

“Yeah, they’d say we’re just showing off.”

The male students looked depressed.

“If you’re all done talking, line up.”

At Hallind’s words, Class 5 lined up.

Leo also slowly put on his winter coat.

“As I announced to everyone, the place we’ve come to is Berkiada, the capital of Elsalvechia. So, is there anyone who can tell us about the history of Berkiada?”

Several students raised their hands at the impromptu question.

Hallind gestured with his chin to Chelsea, who had raised her hand first.

“Berkiada is a city named after one of Luna’s disciples, who was the Progenitor of the Starry Skies! Fairy Knight Berkia Ersarr! And the Ersarr Family, descendants of Berkia, leads the Council of Elsalvechia!”

“Well done. I’ll give you 5 points.”

Chelsea clenched her fist tightly.

“Just as Chelsea Rwallin explained. Unlike us, the Elven nation is a republic with no monarch. And all the families that make up this republic are prestigious houses.”

While listening to Hallind’s brief lesson, Leo thought to himself.

‘That arrogant, pretentious brat is now called by the grand name of Fairy Knight.’

Until before the Age of Calamity, the Elves had been ruled by a single king.

The Fairy Knight was a guardian knight who served that Elven king from his closest circle.

Now it had disappeared into history.

And the last Fairy Knight in history was none other than Berkia.

Berkia.

He was one of the great figures who led the revival of the Elves after the Great Heroes ended the Age of Calamity.

While publicly known only as Luna’s disciple, he was actually a joint disciple of Luna, Arron, and Kail.

‘He acted all innocent and sweet with Luna and Arron, but was arrogant with me.’

Just as he was recalling that disciple who hadn’t been cute at all.

Trudge- Trudge-

Footsteps could be heard through the snowstorm.

“I’ve been waiting for you, Professor Hallind.”

And what appeared was an elf with pale silver hair.

“I wonder what that person does? He’s incredibly handsome.”

When Iliana muttered in a girlish voice, Taide, who was next to her, made a gagging gesture.

Of course, he then got punched in the ribs by Iliana and rolled on the ground.

Watching this scene, Leo said.

“Age doesn’t matter to you? He looks at least 70 years old.”

Iliana chuckled.

“Oh my? Is our class president getting jealous? How does that face look 70 years old?”

The other students also wore expressions of agreement.

“Why would I be jealous? And you know that elves live long lives and don’t age much, right?”

While an elf’s childhood is similar to humans, their youth and middle age are very long.

Their overall lifespan is 50 years shorter at minimum, and over 100 years longer at maximum compared to the average human lifespan, and they tend to maintain a middle-aged appearance no matter how old they get.

Therefore, it wasn’t strange that this man’s age was over 70.

However, humans usually find it difficult to guess an elf’s age from their appearance.

“Refrain from being rude! Do you know who this person is to speak so carelessly!”

The elves who had come with him shouted angrily toward Leo.

Hearing those words, the silver-haired elf smiled broadly.

“What spirited students. The students Professor Hallind brought were always so disciplined.”

“They’re still first-years, so they lack maturity.”

“Hehehe. First-years are spirited wherever you go, which is nice to see. You all shouldn’t be rude to our guests either.”

“We apologize!”

The elves apologized in unison.

Hallind placed the silver-haired elf in front of the students.

“This person’s name is Rune Ersarr. He is the Council Chairman of Elsalvechia.”

“Gasp!”

“C-Council Chairman?”

The Class 5 students were shocked by the appearance of the highest-ranking person in Elsalvechia.

“Everyone, attention.”

At Nella’s words, the students stood up smartly.

“Greet Chairman Rune.”

“Hello! Chairman!”

“What well-mannered children. Nice to meet you. Seeing hero candidates like you puts me in a good mood too. So, do you have any questions?”

Watching Rune laugh heartily, Iliana hesitantly raised her hand.

“Yes, you there, student.”

“Um… by any chance… your age…?”

“I’m 97 years old this year.”

Crackle!

“That face is 97 years old? You’ve taken good care of yourself.”

Leo expressed his admiration.

But Iliana was in a dazed state, shocked by the cultural difference.

That’s when Hallind’s cold gaze reached them.

When Leo tapped Iliana’s foot with his toes, she snapped back to attention and took a proper stance.

Watching this scene with a smile, Rune said.

“I’ll guide you to the dormitory where you’ll be staying from today. Everyone follow me.”

Rune took the lead and walked ahead.

After walking for a while, the snowstorm stopped and the city’s scenery became visible.

Seeing this, the Class 5 students burst into exclamations of admiration.

The passing elf pedestrians also looked at Class 5 with curiosity.

“Professor Hallind. What’s the schedule for the first day?”

“I plan to give them free time.”

“Huh. Free time? You?”

Rune wore a surprised expression.

“You must be going easy on them because they’re cute first-year students.”

Watching Rune speak as if he understood, Hallind shook his head.

“Not particularly. It’s just that this student planned this schedule.”

Hallind glanced back at Leo.

Following Hallind’s gaze to look at Leo, Rune wore a puzzled expression.

“Hmm. Well, you’ve always respected your students’ opinions well. The other students are fortunate that this student planned the schedule.”

“I wonder about that.”

Hallind wore a strange expression.

“I’m starting to think they might have been happier if I had planned the schedule instead.”

Having seen the schedule Leo had put together over the past week, Hallind shook his head vigorously.

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