On My First Day Undercover, the Organization Collapsed - Chapter 31

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The Organization Collapsed on My First Day of Infiltration Episode 031

 

 

I Didn’t Want It This Fast

 

 

Yon couldn’t lift his head.

In the end, his father had come.

This wasn’t simply a parent visiting.

The ‘Family Head’ of Riversong had visited the Academy.

And it was to clean up an incident caused by the Family Head’s son and heir.

 

“I’m so ashamed that I have no words to offer, Professor.”

 

There’s nothing harder than a father bowing his head to others in front of his child.

Neither the people watching nor the parties involved could feel comfortable about it.

 

“It’s my fault for raising my child poorly. Please, I beg your forgiveness.”

“Family Head, we also deeply feel our responsibility. Fortunately, nothing major happened…”

 

Elcanto also couldn’t bring himself to speak coldly when the Family Head had come personally to plead like this.

What was fortunate was that this incident had started at the instigation of a professor.

It was a factor that could work in Yon’s favor.

 

“I heard the family’s situation isn’t good, Family Head. Even in such circumstances, I can only be grateful that you came like this.”

“No. This is separate from family matters. Today I came here as a father.”

 

A heavy voice continued.

 

“I will educate my son properly myself. But… he’s thinking of withdrawing even if it kills him.”

 

But Yon was planning to leave the Academy.

He didn’t have the confidence to endure until graduation after committing such an act.

Aside from the stares, he was too ashamed of himself.

Elcanto also tried to persuade Yon.

 

“Student Yon, your future is still bright, isn’t it? If you withdraw like this, you’ll regret it later.”

“I’m sorry, Professor. I don’t have… I don’t have confidence.”

“Oh dear…”

 

Elcanto was genuinely saddened.

He understood the feeling.

And Yon’s choice was more rational than expected.

It wasn’t just assaulting a child of a Great Family, but attempting to harm them with poison – how could he endure those stares?

He had met with Delev to apologize, but if one apology could solve the problem, the world would be truly beautiful.

 

‘Fortunately, Delev seems to not care about it anymore, but…’

 

It wasn’t simply a matter that could end with just the parties involved settling it like this.

It was heartbreaking.

To think that after struggling to get admitted, everything had to be thrown away due to one moment’s mistake.

If he were to make excuses, one could say he was blinded by money due to the family being in crisis, but…

 

“I’ll talk with Yon a bit more and then let you know. After all, my signature and seal are needed for withdrawal.”

“Yes, I’ll leave it to you, Family Head. Ah, and it should be about time now…”

 

As soon as he finished speaking, there was a knock on the door.

 

“Professor, it’s Tiron. I’ve brought Teacher Ziel.”

“Ah, please come in.”

 

Ziel entered.

 

“Professor, you called for me.”

“The Family Head of Riversong wanted to see Teacher Ziel. Please exchange greetings first.”

 

The Family Head of Riversong extended his hand first.

 

“I’m Albert Riversong, Family Head of the Riversong Family.”

“I’m Ziel Steelheart, liberal arts instructor at the Academy.”

 

The two exchanged a light handshake and sat facing each other across the table.

Before Tiron could even prepare tea cups, Albert Riversong spoke first.

 

“First, I wanted to express my gratitude, Teacher.”

 

Albert bowed his head.

 

“I heard about the entire situation. Thanks to you stopping him then, my son was able to avoid crossing the line, even if by force.”

 

Ziel pondered for a moment.

 

‘How should I respond in situations like this?’

 

This was the first time he’d received such formal gratitude.

He’d heard it from students before, but he’d always just brushed it off appropriately.

 

‘Right, that makes sense.’

 

Meanwhile, Albert sighed inwardly when Ziel didn’t respond.

 

‘I can’t even imagine how much trouble this caused him.’

 

Albert thought it must have been quite troublesome for Ziel as well.

Though he wasn’t directly involved, he must have been bothered in various ways for getting caught in the middle.

Moreover, he wasn’t a professor but a liberal arts instructor.

There must have been additional difficulties due to his position.

So Albert took out what he had prepared in advance.

 

“Here, this is a token of my gratitude.”

 

What was placed on the table was a small box.

Inside was a gem.

 

“It’s modest, but this is a token of gratitude for this matter.”

 

Ziel stared at the box intently and asked.

 

“What’s inside?”

“It’s our family’s heirloom.”

 

Everyone except Ziel and Albert was shocked.

 

“Family Head, no matter what, a family heirloom is…”

 

Yon also panicked and grabbed Albert’s hand.

 

“F-Father.”

“Yon. Think about what’s truly important.”

“…”

 

Click.

 

When the box opened, there was a brooch inside.

 

“You’ve probably heard, but our family is currently facing bankruptcy. However, even so, when it comes to matters involving my child, as a father I have no intention of sparing anything. So I’ll give you the most valuable item our family possesses.”

 

The brooch was beautiful.

Even though it bore traces of long years.

 

“It doesn’t contain any special magic, but it’s an item that has been passed down through generations for 300 years. Thank you for saving my son, Teacher.”

 

Ziel stared at the brooch intently.

Professor Elcanto was also flustered.

 

‘You should refuse, Teacher Ziel!’

 

Albert probably seemed sincere, but even so, one couldn’t just accept such an item.

The very history of the family!

Where would you find someone who just puts that out like that!

Of course, it could be called truly great determination and being a wonderful father, but…

 

“Please accept it, Teacher. If you hadn’t stopped him… Yon would have lived his whole life without knowing shame.”

 

Yon hung his head low.

The appearance of a father, not a family head.

 

‘Please, accept it.’

 

It was when Albert was urging again in his heart.

 

“According to the school rules-“

 

Ziel brought up words no one had expected.

 

“Faculty members cannot under any circumstances receive gifts or compensation exceeding 50 cel from students or parents.”

 

Ziel pushed the box back toward Albert.

 

“I must decline.”

 

Then it was Albert who was flustered.

 

“B-But… please accept it anyway. That would put my mind at ease.”

“The brooch has gems embedded in it. And don’t ordinary gems exceed 50 cel?”

“They… do.”

 

It would exceed not just 50 cel but even 50,000 cel.

Since it was an item with that much symbolic value.

 

“Then I cannot accept it.”

“…”

“If you must give compensation…”

 

It was when ears perked up again.

 

“50 chicken skewers would be good.”

“Pardon?”

“One chicken skewer costs 1 cel.”

 

Albert had to work his brain hard to interpret those words.

And he reached a conclusion.

 

‘It’s a refined refusal.’

 

There was no other reason to answer like that.

 

‘His character is truly remarkable.’

 

It was enviable.

Albert knew too.

What kind of people usually applied for teaching positions at the Academy.

Mostly people of lower status than second or third sons of noble houses.

Yet to see that brooch and firmly refuse it.

 

‘With such a teacher… it would be wonderful if Yon could continue attending.’

 

Albert made one last appeal.

 

“I’d like to urge you once more, Teacher.”

“I will not accept it.”

 

In the end, Albert gave up too.

But he didn’t feel bad about it.

 

“I understand. Then, please at least accept my sentiment.”

 

The gem box returned to his bosom.

Meanwhile.

 

‘It seems he won’t give me chicken skewers. That’s a shame.’

 

Ziel felt disappointed.

If it had been 50 chicken skewers, he really would have considered accepting.

That would be exactly 50 cel.

 

“Thank you once again, Teacher. Of course, I’ll need to persuade Yon a bit more…”

“You mean student Yon Riversong?”

 

Ziel turned his gaze to look at Yon, who was bowing his head.

 

“Ah, yes. He keeps talking about dropping out.”

“Dropping out… Is this disciplinary action following this incident, Professor Elcanto Paredes?”

“Oh, not at all. Teacher Ziel. Since it’s been revealed that Takeus Altman instigated this, it’s been sufficiently taken into consideration. It will end with ordinary minor disciplinary action. However, the student himself is hoping to drop out…”

 

Ziel fell into thought for a moment.

Then he suddenly asked Yon.

 

“Student Yon Riversong.”

“Yes… Teacher Ziel.”

“What’s your reason for dropping out?”

“Because I’m… ashamed.”

 

Ziel tilted his head.

 

“If you’re ashamed, shouldn’t you just act in a way that’s not shameful?”

“I, I already acted shamefully…”

“You received punishment for that. So you’ve paid the price, and you can just act without shame from now on.”

“But.”

“Compare what you’d gain by dropping out versus what you’d gain by staying here, student Yon Riversong.”

 

As Ziel said this, he touched a deep corner of Yon’s heart.

 

“Though you’re not as good as student Delev Kundel, your swordsmanship talent that I saw in the selection was sufficient. So reconsider.”

“…!”

 

Swordsmanship.

The reason he entered Sword School!

What Yon heard wasn’t half-hearted comfort or persuasion.

A simple statement.

Talent for swordsmanship!

 

“Really?”

“Yes.”

 

Yon was momentarily dazed.

He hadn’t been completely forgiven yet.

He had apologized and Delev said he wouldn’t worry about it anymore, but was that really forgiveness?

If he could, he planned to visit Delev repeatedly to apologize and do anything to wash away his sins.

Sincerely.

 

‘For that…’

 

He had to stay at the Academy.

For a sincere apology.

For the swordsmanship that Ziel mentioned.

 

“Professor, is all your business finished then?”

“Ah, yes. That’s right. Do you have another appointment?”

“I’m going to the Library.”

“The Lib… rary. Ah. You like reading books.”

“Yes. But recently I’ve also become interested in making books.”

 

‘Making books?’

 

Is that important right now?

He’s saying he’ll leave with guests still here.

 

“Yes, ahem. I understand. Please go ahead.”

“Yes, then. Family Head. I’ll be going.”

 

Albert stood up with a bewildered expression along with Yon to see Ziel off.

 

“Please go safely, Teacher Ziel.”

“Teacher, please go safely.”

 

Click.

 

After the door closed.

 

“Hehe.”

 

Albert burst into hearty laughter.

 

“There are still teachers like that.”

“Ha, haha… Right?”

 

Elcanto took a sip of tea.

 

‘He was doing so well and then he does something like that.’

 

“As expected, it seems difficult to make my son withdraw from school.”

“Pardon?”

“If he learns under a teacher like that, Yon will have much to learn.”

 

Albert asked Yon.

 

“Isn’t that right, Yon?”

“….”

“Think carefully about what the teacher said. I told you, didn’t I? You have talent. And if you withdraw from here, you’re running away. If you’re going to make amends, do it here.”

 

Yon eventually nodded.

 

“…Yes, Father.”

“Good. You thought well.”

 

The decisive reason was naturally thanks to Ziel’s words.

If you run away, that’s the end of it.

He would probably spend his whole life running.

The status of being an Academy dropout.

Even his relationship with the Kundel Family.

Therefore, he had to face it right here and now.

 

“Well then, Professor. We should also take our leave now. Please guide and discipline my inadequate son well.”

“Of course, Family Head. Please take care on your way home. Ah, and the disciplinary action will likely be confirmed as suspension and community service.”

 

Suspension.

Albert nodded with a stern expression.

 

“I’m prepared for anything. Yon. Pay the price for whatever sins you’ve committed. Faithfully.”

“Yes, Father. I understand.”

 

Suspension was a stronger disciplinary measure than expected.

Depending on the suspension record, it could lead to grade retention.

Moreover, even after graduation, that record would follow like a tag.

However, Yon humbly accepted it.

 

“Compared to what I’ve done, it’s a light punishment, Professor. As Father said, I will faithfully undergo the disciplinary action.”

 

With the father and son also gone, Elcanto sighed and sat back down in his chair.

 

“Phew.”

 

With this, the matter was concluded.

He had worried a lot after sending the anonymous tip, but things had ultimately gone as he wanted.

 

‘Takeus is gone too, so that vacant position….’

 

Perhaps he might become the Second Year supervisor at the fastest speed possible.

Currently, a Third Year supervising professor was temporarily filling the vacant position, but it probably wouldn’t last long.

 

‘Now I just need to wrap up the Exchange Tournament well.’

 

The atmosphere within Sword School was a bit turbulent, but that’s exactly why everyone would pay more attention to the Exchange Tournament.

In that sense….

 

‘Wait, if Teacher Ziel does well too….’

 

Wouldn’t some possibility open up for Ziel as well?

He was already a talent that the Department Head was keeping a close eye on!

 

“Hmm.”

 

The picture was forming.

 

“Later I’ll be in charge of Second Years… and First Years….”

 

If that happened, he would clearly become a senior professor….

 

‘I’d become the direct senior of a professor I can control as I please!’

 

A bright future!

Happy imagination!

Elcanto began grinning foolishly.

Some of that future had even become reality.

 

“Ah, Professor. And this is a letter from the Department Head.”

 

When he opened the letter Tiron handed him, Professor Elcanto was overjoyed as if he could jump.

 

“That’s right!”

 

He had become the supervisor of the currently vacant Second Year position!

However….

 

“Huh?”

 

Wondering what would happen to the First Years, he looked further and found some surprising information written there.

 

“The Exchange Tournament First Year supervisor is… Ziel Steelheart?”

 

His face contorted.

It was an absurd decision.

Assigning that important Exchange Tournament event to a mere liberal arts instructor?

 

‘What on earth is the Department Head thinking?’

 

Just moments ago, Elcanto had been excited thinking about Ziel.

But….

 

‘This isn’t quite the speed I was hoping for….’

 

Wisps of wariness were beginning to rise again.

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