Surviving as a Mage in a Magic Academy - Chapter 438

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Chapter 438

Lee Han, who was listening from the side, asked in confusion despite his exhaustion.

“What good would it do for me to become more notorious?”

-Isn’t it cool?

-Notoriety is also a form of fame, Wardanaz.

A Death Knight who held the role of senior knight among the Death Knights spoke in a kind voice as if kindly explaining.

Of course, the content was not kind at all.

-Think about it! When enemies encounter Wardanaz, would it be better if they tremble just hearing your name, or if they’re surprised saying they’ve never heard that name before?

“I’d prefer the latter…”

Lee Han just wanted to ambush careless opponents.

-No mage would want the latter. Of course, Wardanaz probably thinks he can easily gain notoriety at his current pace without using such methods…

-Originally, fame always has a bit of exaggeration mixed in, doesn’t it?

-That’s right. Exactly!

The Death Knights, mostly former renowned knights in life, had no resistance to mixing in a little exaggeration.

Besides, if enemies knew their name, it would be something to be proud of – why would they fear that?

True strong warriors would crush traps along with those who set them, even if enemies prepared traps.

“…I’m already satisfied with what I have…”

-Are you satisfied with just subjugating the King of Ghouls in Granden City during vacation?

-That won’t do.

-Right, right! Just as you must strike iron while it’s hot, you must spread fame further when it’s already spreading!

Lee Han began to get a headache from the chattering sounds of the Death Knights gathering together.

He was already tired from the blood-draining battle…

“Just… wait…!”

From afar, Bakdeggul still hadn’t grasped the situation and was grinding his teeth at Lee Han.

Lee Han, whose irritation peaked, snapped sharply.

“Shut up. Please.”

The Death Knights nodded contentedly as if that was exactly how to do it.

* * *

The Skeleton Principal, who had been cackling while watching students scream and get swept away by rapids, was shocked by the Death Knights’ report.

What!?

-Anti-Magic Extremists attacked the knight order! Bakdeggul from the Secret Assassination Corps seems to be the ringleader!

Uh… is that really true?

The Skeleton Principal asked the Death Knight back in confusion for the first time in a while.

Because there really was no reason for Anti-Magic Extremists to attack a knight order.

Moreover, Bakdeggul, who led the Secret Assassination Corps, was a fairly notorious criminal whose name even the Skeleton Principal had seen in documents.

He had a persistent and sinister personality, was skilled in schemes, and was strong enough that his swordsmanship had reached the realm of aura, causing several Imperial mages to lose their lives to his blade.

Why would such a person leisurely attack an insignificant knight order like the Chestnut Knights?

The Chestnut Knights were a knight order with no particular characteristics other than abundant gold coins…

‘Was he short on money?’

The Death Knights beside the Skeleton Principal heard the report from the scene and exclaimed in shock.

-You must go immediately!

What? There are Death Knights around, aren’t there?

-The Chestnut Knights…

Those guys might get hurt?

The Skeleton Principal looked at the Death Knights as if thinking ‘Do I really need to fuss and worry about such people?’

Then the Death Knights shouted as if frustrated.

-…They took students with them! Including your disciple, Master!

Ah. That’s even more fine. With just that scale of attack, he would have easily saved his own life.

-????

The Death Knights were bewildered by their master’s arrogant attitude.

The Death Knights who were at the scene would arrive soon anyway, so there’s no need to hurry. Let’s depart slowly.

-Master. I respect your confidence, but I think excessive confidence leads to arrogance and carelessness…

Tsk tsk. You who have eyes but cannot see, and have heads but cannot think. Well, that’s why you’re Death Knights and I’m the master.

The Skeleton Principal floated away with a confident back view.

The Death Knights rushed after him in a crowd. However, their eyes were full of anxiety.

-Didn’t he make mistakes last time too after acting like that?

-I’m worried…

However, surprisingly, this time the Skeleton Principal’s prediction was correct.

The Death Knights were amazed at the sight of the camp where suppression was perfectly completed without a single death.

-What…?!

-Really?!

Behold! What did I tell you, foolish servants? What more must I do for you to believe?

The Death Knights felt wronged.

Hadn’t their master been wrong quite often too?

-What on earth happened?

-Well, you see…

While the Death Knights gathered and chattered, the Skeleton Principal floated toward the knights.

Originally, this was the best time to show off after a battle ended.

Healing a few wounds from cuts and stabs would earn him praise as a great archmage.

Ah! Great knights of the Chestnut Knights, the people of the Empire will not forget your dedication.

“Lord Gonadaltes!!”

The Knights of the Hornbeam Knight Order who were sitting and bandaging themselves shouted passionately.

The Skeleton Principal was slightly flustered by the much more enthusiastic reaction than expected.

‘What’s this?’

“That foresight of keeping summoned creatures on standby just in case – we can only admire it!”

“We’re grateful for your grace!!”

Ah.

The Skeleton Principal realized what misunderstanding they had.

They were mistaking the Death Knights he had stationed to monitor students’ escape attempts as preparation for possible Anti-Magic Extremist riots.

Imperial Archmage and Lord of Einroguard, His Imperial Majesty’s magical advisor and guardian of magical barriers…

A quick-witted Death Knight rushed over and listed the Skeleton Principal’s titles instead.

…it’s simply what I must do in such a position. Besides, think of the gold the Chestnut Knights donated to Einroguard. Where do you think the reagents that raised these summoned creatures came from?

When the Skeleton Principal winked with his eye sockets glinting, the knights burst into loud laughter.

Lee Han wondered if the knights’ sense of humor had been paralyzed from losing too much blood.

“Now I understand the deep meaning hidden in your action of sending your disciple. It wasn’t simply to attend the gathering, but you sent him to prepare after hearing intelligence that Anti-Magic Extremists would cause trouble!”

…Haha. You found me out. What other reason could there possibly be?

“…”

Though Lee Han stared intently, the Skeleton Principal lightly ignored him.

That disciple of mine must have performed quite well.

“Not just quite well!”

“Even after being poisoned, he didn’t waver…”

“He reinforced the tent with earth…”

“He captured that ringleader by himself…”

‘What did this kid do?’

The Skeleton Principal concentrated to maintain his composure.

He had expected some level of performance, but this exceeded it by several times.

But why did he face someone like Bakdeggul himself?

Is he crazy for fame or just plain crazy…

“Pardon?”

It’s nothing. Anyway, I’m truly glad everyone is safe.

“Of course.”

“To think our donated funds are being used to raise such outstanding pillars of the Empire!”

The knights were very impressed and proud of Einroguard’s 1st year level.

With this level of skill, the gold coins they sent were truly worth it.

“…”

“…”

The White Tiger Tower students had to feel guilty for deceiving the knights even though they hadn’t done anything.

Hahaha! That’s right, that’s right!

The Skeleton Principal also laughed, showing his bones.

It seemed like generous donations would come from the knight orders at the end of this year too.

“Listen! Since this banquet ended so quickly due to the attack by those evil ones, how about donating the remaining gold coins to Einroguard instead of holding another banquet?”

“That’s a really good idea!”

“I agree too!”

Very good…

The Skeleton Principal was about to subtly agree from the side but kept his mouth shut, worried he might ruin the atmosphere.

The knights pooled together the remaining gold coins as payment for receiving help with magic. The Skeleton Principal looked happier than he had in a long time.

Come here, my cherished disciple!

“?”

Lee Han was momentarily confused and looked around.

Huh?

‘Me?’

-It’s you, Wardanaz.

-It’s Wardanaz.

-Who else would be the cherished disciple.

“You mean me?”

Tell the knights about Einroguard.

“What??”

Lee Han looked at the Skeleton Principal in shock.

‘Is he serious?’

Of course, the Skeleton Principal also noticed the emotion contained in Lee Han’s ‘??’.

You can do it ‘well’.

“Ah.”

Lee Han looked at the Skeleton Principal. The Skeleton Principal also looked at his disciple. The two priests sealed a deal with just their eyes.

“What surprised me when I entered Einroguard was the Principal’s consideration in showing us magic from the moment we passed through the school gates, helping us become familiar with magic…”

“What the hell is Wardanaz doing?”

“Leave him be and just rest.”

Giselle collapsed onto the blanket as if falling.

* * *

After hearing the whole story, the knights shed tears of admiration for Einroguard’s teachings.

The Skeleton Principal watched his disciple, who had tripled the donations, with eyes full of affection.

I’m proud of you!

“I also always respect you, Principal. Did you know about the anti-magic extremists’ information in advance?”

…That’s right.

“…?”

Lee Han felt something was off.

“Don’t tell me you assigned them to monitor whether we’d escape…”

What nonsense are you talking about! There are many listening ears, you could cause misunderstandings!

The Skeleton Principal gestured that there were still many knights resting around the camp.

Lee Han understood and nodded.

“There are many boxes left from preparing for the banquet, can I take some back?”

…Wouldn’t the knights also want to take some back to their families when they return?

“Then I’ll ask before taking them.”

The Skeleton Principal cursed his disciple.

What makes a Blue Dragon Tower graduate so greedy.

More importantly, you managed to face enemies of that level.

“I was lucky.”

There was plenty of time to prepare, the enemies didn’t know about Lee Han, and there were even powerful knights on this side.

Of course, the Skeleton Principal looked at Lee Han pathetically as if he were looking at a madman.

No one else would call that luck.

“No…”

Be quiet. More importantly, do you know why these guys attacked the knights?

“Ah. About that.”

Lee Han explained the unfortunate misunderstanding that had occurred between them.

Upon hearing this, the Skeleton Principal muttered.

Oh dear. I should have imprisoned them more thoroughly. My choice wasn’t wrong, but I was too lenient!

“Is… is that so?”

Don’t worry. From the leader to the remnants, they’re all caught, so the Chestnut Knights won’t need to be careful on night roads either.

“What about me?”

You’re… well, you’re a mage, and you’ve already half-destroyed two anti-magic extremist groups, so it’s a bit much.

“…”

Lee Han looked around.

From knights to Death Knights, he only saw those who loved spreading rumors.

‘You’d have to be at the Skeleton Principal’s level to control all of them…’

Don’t fear your growing infamy among enemies. It’s the enemies who should be afraid, not you. Rather than such useless things, there’s something interesting. Look.

The Skeleton Principal paid no attention to Lee Han’s complicated feelings and took out the artifacts seized from Bakdeggul.

Do you know who made this artifact?

“I’m not sure?”

This is the 【Antagondals’ Piercing Eye】 artifact. It’s an artifact made by the evil magical criminal Antagondals.

“Ah. I see. …Wait, is this person also an Einroguard graduate?!”

At Lee Han’s sincere question, the Skeleton Principal glared at his disciple.

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