Legendary Hero is an Academy Honors Student - Chapter 562

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562.

 

“I can only say it’s magnificent.”

 

Driana let out an exclamation as she sketched the scenery of Dragonnia’s main estate spread before her eyes.

 

The place where the representatives of the Hero Academy had currently gathered was a tall tower in the very center of Dragonnia’s main estate.

 

This place, called the Tower of Wisdom, was where the entire panoramic view of Dragonnia could be seen.

 

Lunia, who had been watching Driana immersed in sketching the beautiful scenery, muttered.

 

“Does that have any meaning?”

 

“What do you mean?”

 

When Leo asked with a puzzled face, Lunia said.

 

“I know that Driana is amazing as a Smith. All the equipment I received from Driana after signing an exclusive Smith contract was outstanding.”

 

Equipment inevitably had to be consumables.

 

No matter how excellent the weapons made by outstanding Smiths were.

 

Even the legendary weapons used by Heroes would quickly lose their function if not maintained.

 

Moreover, no matter how careful the maintenance, they would eventually break if used.

 

That’s why most of the heirlooms of heroic families with long histories were often just stored without being used.

 

While they remained powerful weapons containing immense power, using them recklessly would leave no heirlooms behind.

 

The remarkable thing about Dweno, called the Divine Blacksmith and creator of the divine artifacts existing in modern times, was precisely that he transcended that common sense.

 

Dweno’s weapons would quickly return to a state like new if properly maintained.

 

As long as they weren’t completely destroyed, even if chipped and tattered, they would quickly regain their original appearance.

 

Of course, that didn’t mean they were absolutely immortal.

 

Blacksmiths capable of maintaining divine artifacts were extremely rare, and replicas obtained as Hero Record conquest rewards didn’t possess the same restoration power as the originals.

 

That’s why Lunia, Eiran, and Ar couldn’t use Dweno’s divine artifacts carelessly, even though they had obtained them as conquest rewards from Dweno’s World.

 

They were literally decisive weapons used in important battles.

 

The same was true for others.

 

‘If it weren’t for Indomitable Demian, the weapons Dweno left behind would be much rarer than they are now.’

 

Demian restored many of Dweno’s weapons to like-new condition and passed them down to future generations.

 

The fact that many divine artifacts still remained was thanks to that.

 

Even the users of divine artifacts faced such situations.

 

That’s why students at the Hero Academy formed contracts and maintained relationships with Demian’s Smiths.

 

Hero candidates’ entire lives could be determined by whether they met excellent Smiths here or not.

 

In that sense, Driana was a grateful existence.

 

She was supplying necessary equipment with excellent performance.

 

If nothing else, Driana was a genius as a Smith.

 

However.

 

“She’s hopeless as an artist.”

 

“I never thought I’d have to say this, but I must. Don’t call that guy an artist. That’s blasphemy against art.”

 

If Dweno had heard this, he might have gone into a frenzy.

 

‘Art? You’re calling that thing art right now? Come here. Come here and put your head on the anvil. I’ll personally strike it down with my hammer and fix it for you. And I’ll repair the contents inside.’

 

The image of him rolling his eyes and wildly swinging his hammer was vivid.

 

The party’s reliable shield and eldest member.

 

And as an advisor, Dweno was always calm, but when it came to art, there was no answer.

 

He immediately called himself the greatest artist and a devotee who worshipped beauty.

 

‘Well, he certainly was amazing as an artist too.’

 

Leo didn’t know much about art.

 

In his previous life, he had lived a life far from such things, and although he was born into nobility after reincarnation, he still didn’t pay much attention to it.

 

But he could tell that Dweno was amazing as an artist.

 

Though they teased him as a pervert, from Leo and Arron’s perspective, Dweno’s works were definitely beautiful.

 

The same was true for Risinass and Luna.

 

Even in this era of developed and prosperous culture, they had never seen anything as beautiful as the works Dweno created back then.

 

‘It’s certainly regrettable.’

 

What Dweno truly wanted to leave for posterity were not life-taking weapons but beautiful artworks.

 

‘Weapons are more important than anything in this era. We have to fight against enemies. It’s also true that we need powerful weapons to protect ourselves.’

 

The image of Dweno carving stone with a chisel and hammer came to mind.

 

‘But if we reclaim the world, the weapons I left behind will soon become deadly weapons that harm us. I don’t intend to lament that. That’s the fate of weapons. That’s why I want to inform future generations that beauty existed even in this desperate era. Isn’t it too harsh to leave only weapons while struggling to survive in dark times? Conveying to future generations that beauty existed is more valuable work.’

 

Among the Great Heroes, the one who probably regretted the current era most was Dweno.

 

Risinass, who led the world to salvation.

 

Luna, who turned countless desperate situations into hope with magic.

 

Arron, who caused countless miracles with tremendous courage.

 

Kail, who announced that he had opened a new era as the last remaining person.

 

And.

 

Dweno was only known as the creator of divine artifacts that made all of this possible.

 

The current world was beautiful enough.

 

But no one knew Dweno as an artist who had devoted himself to that beauty.

 

It was when Leo wore a slightly bitter smile.

 

Arga, who had been listening to the two people’s conversation, suddenly stood up.

 

“Where are you going?”

 

“I’m curious about what terrible picture she might be drawing.”

 

Arga made a mischievous smile and then approached Driana stealthily like a cat.

 

“Driana, can you show me your drawing?”

 

“Oh, Ar. Are you taking an interest in art?”

 

Driana made a cheerful smile.

 

“Well, it’s just a sketch, so there’s nothing special about it. But taking interest in beautiful things is good.”

 

Mm-hmm!

 

Nodding her head, Driana showed her sketchbook.

 

Seeing it, Arga’s mouth fell wide open.

 

“What is this!”

 

At those words, Lunia and Chelsea approached Ar with curious faces.

 

Just how terrible must it be for her to be so shocked?

 

“Where, where? Huh?”

 

“What? Why did you draw this so well?”

 

Lunia and Chelsea were also greatly surprised.

 

Driana’s sketch beautifully captured the magnificent scenery of Dragonnia.

 

Watching the three people in shock, Driana clicked her tongue.

 

“It’s a pathetic drawing without even a speck of originality. If I reconstruct this drawing by adding my aesthetic sense… Hehehe. A wonderful artwork will be completed!”

 

The three girls seriously thought.

 

‘Shouldn’t this guy quit art after all?’

 

It was when the three were surprised by Driana’s drawing skills.

 

“I think it would be good to start talking about why we were invited here.”

 

Hadin adjusted his glasses.

 

Hadin, the vice student council president of Seirun, glanced at Leo and then looked at Dorbeman and Marigold.

 

“We can’t clearly know yet why we were suddenly invited to Dragonnia, but everyone must be expecting something, right?”

 

Leo might be different.

 

But Dorbeman and Marigold, even though from different schools, were definitely one year above Hadin.

 

In addition, they were also student council presidents.

 

That’s why his tone was very polite.

 

At Hadin’s words, Dorbeman chuckled.

 

“It must be because of the inter-school competition.”

 

It was an event of unprecedented scale in Hero Academy history.

 

Even Lusejeon alone was an event that drew the world’s attention.

 

But four Hero Academies competing against each other?

 

Literally competing to see which is the best hero military academy.

 

A matter where the pride of the four races is at stake.

 

Of course, the one called the greatest among all hero military academies is Leo.

 

Who became student council president in his first year and rose to the position of hero in his second year.

 

A powerhouse who has transcended being a student.

 

However, there are limits to what an individual can accomplish in an inter-academy competition involving hero military academies with national-scale military power.

 

Having the best student and being the best school are separate matters.

 

That’s why the inter-academy competition currently proposed by Lumern could be called an unprecedented matter of interest.

 

“Ajonia will participate. There’s no reason for our school, where struggle is a virtue, not to participate in this.”

 

Dorbeman crossed his arms.

 

From the moment this topic came up, there had been an outcry within Ajonia that they absolutely must participate.

 

“I expected as much from Ajonia.”

 

“Seirun will naturally participate too, right?”

 

At Dorbeman’s words, Hadin adjusted his glasses.

 

“Unfortunately, while it might be different for the Lusejeon, if it’s an inter-academy competition with four schools participating, Seirun is thinking of not participating.”

 

“What?”

 

Dorbeman showed a surprised expression at the unexpected words.

 

“To be honest, Seirun currently lacks the capacity to hold large external events.”

 

Among the four hero military academies, the one that had experienced the most turmoil recently was undoubtedly Seirun.

 

Last winter.

 

The Monster Queen’s massive invasion.

 

On top of that, early this year there was even the Pure Blood Society’s takeover of Seirun.

 

Although the historic event of the return of the Progenitor of the Starry Skies and the Comet Mage had occurred, what brought them forth were major disasters that had thrown Seirun’s interior into chaos.

 

Additionally, they were undergoing major upheaval in changing their school operation guidelines themselves due to Seirun’s directive not to only accept students who had learned Star Magic.

 

The internal situation was not good.

 

The Lusejeon was something they did every year, and since this year it was being held in Lumern, they could somehow participate.

 

But a large-scale event like the Hero Military Academy Competition that surpassed the Lusejeon was a different story.

 

“Since Seirun is not in perfect condition, participation is difficult.”

 

“Tch, so you won’t fight an unfavorable battle?”

 

“I hope you’ll think of it as a rational decision.”

 

Hadin spoke calmly while looking at Dorbeman, who clicked his tongue with a displeased face.

 

But Dorbeman didn’t open his mouth any further either.

 

As student council president, if Ajonia had been in the same situation as Seirun, he would have made the same choice.

 

‘It’s just lamentable that such an opportunity only arose when I became a 5th year.’

 

“Our Demian will also not participate. We also have academic schedules to consider. I understand it’s an interesting and beneficial event, but it’s too sudden.

 

Marigold smiled with regret.

 

At that, Chelsea let out a small sigh.

 

‘It’s not something I didn’t expect, but.’

 

Hero military academies are forces representing their races.

 

No matter how much they were educational institutions, as groups requiring national-scale administration, participating in sudden large-scale events was difficult.

 

Even if not as much as Lumern, which was suddenly holding the competition, tremendous chaos would certainly occur.

 

That’s why there were many skeptical views within Lumern as well.

 

They could do it if they had to.

 

The problem was that the process would be difficult.

 

‘Actually, if it doesn’t happen, that would be welcome for us too.’

 

Chelsea let out a deep sigh.

 

‘But the person who suggested this competition is Leo oppa.’

 

Chelsea knows.

 

That Leo is someone who makes things happen when they can’t happen.

 

Glancing at Leo, Chelsea discovered that Leo was smiling and looked up at the ceiling.

 

Runia also checked Leo’s face and shook her head.

 

‘He’ll definitely push it through.’

 

Swoosh-

 

The door opened smoothly and someone revealed themselves.

 

What entered the room was a small girl.

 

Beautiful silver hair mixed with black hair that hung down long enough to touch the floor like a cloak.

 

Despite being dragged on the floor, the girl’s hair was clean like a high-purity gem.

 

A face as beautiful as a sculpture.

 

And her eyes were closed.

 

Behind her, dragons stood on both sides.

 

Everyone here knew all too well who the dragon in the form of a small girl was.

 

‘Dragon Lord, Mellina.’

 

A face they had seen before at the summit meeting.

 

But meeting her directly like this in the same room, her imposing presence was extraordinary.

 

Even Runia, Ar, and Driana, who had been directly designated by her as heroes to lead the era, couldn’t hide their tense expressions.

 

“Thank you all for responding to the invitation despite being busy.”

 

Mellina clapped her hands together and smiled brightly.

 

And she went to sit at the head seat.

 

“Everyone, please go attend to your duties.”

 

“Yes, Lord.”

 

The dragons who had been accompanying Mellina bowed their heads and left the room.

 

The students tensed at that sight.

 

“Now then, let’s get down to business.”

 

Mellina spoke seriously, still with her eyes closed.

 

It was when the students were swallowing dry saliva while looking at such Mellina.

 

“Shall we have tea time?”

 

“Pardon?”

 

For a moment, Hadin asked back in an absent-minded voice unlike himself.

 

Looking at him who couldn’t even think to adjust his slipping glasses, Mellina asked.

 

“Do you prefer black tea, Hadin? Coffee? Or herbal tea? Could you tell me what tea you like?”

 

***

 

“This is nice. Having tea time like this.”

 

Mellina smiled sweetly while sipping black tea.

 

“I invited you all because I wanted to arrange a meeting to coordinate the timing for holding the Hero Military Academy Competition. So? Is the coordination finished?”

 

At Mellina’s question, Marigold answered.

 

“We have something to tell you about that.”

 

“What is it?”

 

“It’s certainly a meaningful and significant event. But since it’s too sudden a proposal, it seems Seirun and Demian will have difficulty participating.”

 

“Is that so?”

 

“Yes. Having only Lumern and Ajonia participate would be meaningless. So we were going to discuss coordinating future schedules rather than this year.”

 

“I see.”

 

Mellina nodded and smiled sweetly.

 

“Let’s hold it this year.”

 

“Pardon?”

 

At Mellina’s words, Marigold showed a flustered expression.

 

“The current world is chaotic. The revival of Erebos fragments and Tartaros’s ominous movements continue. On top of that, God has appeared and even shown us the path we should take.”

 

Mellina put down her teacup.

 

“The facts about the world of Cataclysm are also secrets that the Dragon Lords have hidden for thousands of years.”

 

Mellina’s eyes slowly opened.

 

“For a long time, the Dragon Lords secretly gathered heroes to challenge the world of Cataclysm in order to prevent chaos in the world. And they failed.”

 

The students focused on Mellina’s words.

 

“Those people created the Hero Academies because they hoped that we, the future generations, would carry on their will. The inter-academy competition proposed by Lumern isn’t simply about determining superiority between schools. It’s a place to gauge each other’s abilities and engage in friendly competition. I believe it will become a venue of harmony that will create the foundation for conquering the World of Cataclysm by carrying on the will of each academy’s founders. I hope this will serve as an opportunity for more active exchanges between the four academies and become a festival for the entire World.”

 

Knowingly or unknowingly, the World had built walls between different races.

 

No one here was unaware of that fact.

 

“Still, I know it’s difficult because each has their own reasons. So let me tell you this.”

 

Mellina smiled brightly.

 

“If there’s any academy that doesn’t participate, I’ll personally scold them.”

 

It was the tone of a teacher admonishing young students.

 

But when those words came from someone at the pinnacle of World power and officially the strongest existence, it could only be terrifying.

 

At Mellina’s words, Leo sipped his coffee and said.

 

“It seems like the discussion is over, so let’s start coordinating the schedule now.”

 

Leo smiled shamelessly.

 

“So? What date should we set?”

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