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Chapter 233
The purpose of the invitation to the event for parents was simply to show parents what kind of learning and training their children had undergone over the past year.
This event was as important as the ‘pre-explanation meeting’ in the first semester, as it could have a significant impact on future sponsorship and the reputation of the academy.
Therefore, the Hero had thoroughly prepared for it from the beginning of the semester.
In the case of Extreme, it was clear that parents’ expectations would exceed imagination.
“Pia, during all future lectures and practical training, please hold the video recording bead and take pictures of the children.”
With a nod, Pia understood immediately.
“And when they are working hard… we should also interview them when everything is finished, right?”
The volume of the extreme lectures was tremendous, thanks to the variety of practical training and assignments, which were many times more than other lectures.
Since it was impossible to show all of this within the event period, the Hero planned to divide the observation classes into two ways.
First, they would introduce the contents of the lectures so far through video materials.
Then, they would directly demonstrate how ‘practical training’ was conducted at the end.
Under the supervision of the Hero, the editing was entrusted to Professor Iveta Jambello of the Department of Mysticism.
“Why do I have to do such a cumbersome task…?”
“Iron Arrow.”
Iveta’s words, recalling the faces of two boys who thoroughly broke the magic of apprentices, were interrupted.
The Hero smiled slightly.
“You made a bet on the outcome of the Battle Arena, didn’t you?”
So Iveta conducted overnight work for a week and produced work that satisfied the Hero.
The video being played in the classroom right now was it.
The classroom with the lights off.
Boom-
With the majestic sound of brass instruments, the video begins.
On the spacious stage, the Hero stands tall, revealing his upper body covered with scars and tattoos.
“Our opponents are monsters.”
“…Monsters who threaten our peace and take away what is most precious to us.”
“I want someone who wants to see their end as my disciple. Someone who can sacrifice anything for that.”
It was during the pre-explanation meeting.
The children unconsciously exclaimed.
It was a speech that left a deep resonance in their hearts.
How many times did they recall that moment when training was difficult?
Tsst-
The screen faded out.
The expressions of the parents watching the screen became quite intriguing.
Even Ravias couldn’t help but smile secretly.
‘…Quite grand for a lecture introduction. But after all, it’s just a class at the academy, how impressive could it be?’
The orientation video continued.
Children consuming magic-nullifying potions and repeating sparring and stamina training.
The faces of the parents began to stiffen slowly.
“Isn’t orientation supposed to be an easy first day?”
“They pushed the kids that hard?”
“If they drank magic-nullifying potions, did they do such intense training completely unarmed?”
When they complained about the difficulty in letters or communication, they just laughed it off, thinking that all academies were the same.
They never imagined they would see scenes of children trembling with muscle spasms and vomiting after drinking magic-nullifying potions from the beginning.
The Hero begins to push the children mercilessly.
“The guarantee of survival on the battlefield depends on whether you’ve experienced extreme situations or not.”
Gerald is brutally beaten by the Hero during sparring, and one by one, the children collapse to the ground.
Pia hands a sound amplification device to one of the dusty children.
“What motivated you to support in extreme situations, Ban Dietrich?”
Sweat pours down Ban’s face.
The boy, who was struggling to breathe painfully, managed to answer.
“I-I want to change.”
“How do you want to change?”
“I, I’m very timid and mentally weak. I want to become strong enough not to disgrace the name of the Dietrich family… my parents’ name.”
“You probably didn’t know it would be this difficult. Do you really not want to give up?”
“I… if I give up, I think I’ll regret it. I will definitely succeed.”
“Yes, I’ll support you!”
With a smile on his face, Ban shows a gentle smile, covered in dust.
Pfft-
Laughter naturally burst among the children at the sight of the timid Ban, whom they were accustomed to seeing as mature and strong.
They had forgotten that he had such a greenhorn time.
“Oh, no, why such a video…”
Blushing, Ban bowed deeply, then glanced at Felson standing behind him.
“…!”
He thought Felson would laugh at him.
But surprisingly, Felson was staring at the screen with pursed lips.
His eyes seemed a bit redder.
‘W-what’s wrong with you? Why are you like that?’
Oddly enough, Ban turned his head in surprise.
Then it was about demon anatomy.
Demons with joint mechanisms installed to move like real ones.
Based on the contents organized by the Hero, the children were diligently practicing.
Among them, Pia found one.
“Evergreen, you were the most diligent in note-taking and practice today. Aren’t you tired?”
Evergreen smiled with his characteristic innocent smile.
“No. I’m actually really, really enjoying it.”
Then she extended his fingers, which had been stripped of all skin due to the vigorous note-taking and demonstrations.
“I’ll learn hard and go back to my hometown. I’ll catch all the demons so that the people of the territory won’t die much when I return!”
Sigh-
At the back of the classroom, Mrs. Solintail buried her head in a handkerchief.
Evergreen scratched the back of her head awkwardly.
Luke turned his head slightly towards Ravias, smiling from an angle unseen by others.
Indeed, Evergreen was cool.
The party play practiced in Simulacram, and the dungeon practice that transferred it into actual combat, were soon captured in the video.
As the cute appearance of the pondering guardians filled the screen, parents burst into laughter.
Next, Luke skillfully led the children through the dungeon, and as Gerald and Nyhill’s team excelled, laughter turned into admiration.
The highlight was the fight between Leciel and Cuculli.
Zion’s eyes momentarily lit up.
“You can’t defeat me.”
“Length doesn’t matter, it’s how you use it.”
Crash-!
The screen filled with dazzling techniques.
The ice magic of the Frost Dragon tribe and the swordsmanship of the Hiyashin were generously displayed.
‘It’s hard to believe they’re just students.’
‘Are they really classmates with our kids?’
Even compared to active heroes, they were not lacking.
Thus ended Leciel’s victory in the fight.
However, the post-fight interview did not go as expected by the spectators.
Leciel muttered with empty eyes.
“Winning is natural. The problem is the content. It’s unsatisfactory.”
On the other hand, Cuculli was cheerful.
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“Haha, I didn’t expect there to be someone stronger than me. That’s why they say you should play in big waters, right?”
Zion glanced subtly at her granddaughter.
The Leciel she knew, who fought equally with her peers and couldn’t bear to watch the video in front of people, was surely wrinkling her face.
But Zion’s expectations were completely off the mark.
Leciel was looking at the screen with a faint smile.
Zion’s expression became increasingly subtle.
“The midterm exam will take place in the Forest of Martial Arts.”
The screen showed a serene forest landscape.
From then on, even the parents stopped chatting altogether.
Deep sighs escaped from the parents’ lips as they watched the children facing living demons.
In fact, not all parents were martial artists.
Many had lived without any combat experience.
They couldn’t take their eyes off their children fiercely fighting the dreadful-looking demons, regardless of whether they had combat experience or not.
Thud-!
Next, the slender snake, Vermoth, appeared, and the Legion commander, Enoch, attacked the children.
The parents forgot to even breathe as they watched those scenes.
They had already heard about such incidents.
But seeing the live footage was different.
‘It was that dangerous?’
‘…Oh my, they were really close to death.’
…In fact, bringing back the moments of extreme danger in front of the parents was not going to have a good impact on the reputation of the Hero.
But he wanted the parents to know how wisely and bravely the children had faced tremendous threats.
After the turmoil, an interview with the injured Ban followed.
Wrapped in bandages all over his body, his eyes were distinctly different from the beginning.
“We finally realized what kind of beings we have to fight. I’ll become stronger so that no one like me will experience such misery again. Definitely.”
Clap, clap-
Some parents unknowingly applauded.
Felson looked like he was having the best moment of his life.
…And so the video continued.
In challenging and tough environments.
The children worked hard and grew.
“I worked so hard today, so I’ll be a better me tomorrow.”
Even the mediocre student, Irene, said during training without despair.
“Phew, I used to think I was the best… But nowadays, I’m amazed by my friends’ talents? But still, I’m working hard. Aim to be a hero like the professor!”
Gerald, lifting the spear engraved with the Hero’s signature, smiled proudly.
The parents were moved.
‘They’ve grown up so much. So much.’
‘When did they grow up like this?’
‘I’m proud of them.’
In fact, when they first entered the classroom.
There was a strange atmosphere among the parents.
They all had something in common, being parents of extreme students, but apart from that, there were clear differences in status and wealth.
But as the video approached its end.
They felt strong camaraderie and pride.
They laughed and cried, remembering the time when their children were by their side.
“Your son helped our daughter a lot. Thank you.”
“That’s my pleasure. You’ve raised your child really well.”
“When will you invite us to our mansion…?”
At the same time, the children’s shoulders rose slowly.
‘What’s this feeling of pride?’
‘Wow, Professor really nailed it for us.’
‘Wow, Mom’s face, look at it. I’ve never seen that expression before.’
…Gerald sighed deeply.
“Uhh, my parents should have seen this!”
The end of the video was adorned with the Hero’s rugged handwriting.
For humanity.
We hope you continue to send unwavering support and encouragement to the children who will venture into darker and deeper places.
That’s how the video prepared by the Hero ended.
Applause, as if the classroom was about to leave, continued for a while.
The Hero returned to the lectern immediately after.
“After a short break, there will be a tour of the training facilities.”
Observation classes are given for two days.
Today, a video was shown, followed by a tour of the facilities.
Tomorrow, the plan was to show actual training.
After finishing his speech, the Hero glanced briefly at Luke.
As if the boy had made up his mind, he nodded with determination.
The parents’ invitation event was approaching its end.
In other words, it was time to apply for ‘Dellum’ soon.
The time set by the Hero and Luke was right after the observation class ended.
… It was tomorrow.
“Hmm.”
Meanwhile, Ravias was also staring at Luke’s back, seemingly perplexed.
‘He’s aiming to become a hero, isn’t he? Luke.’
It was truly a pitiful thought.
Ravias talked amicably with nearby parents and made a promise.
Ravias resolved to leave with him from Rosenstark as soon as possible.
… It seemed like he had let the reins loose for too long.
* * *
So, the first day of the parents’ invitation event ended smoothly.
After finishing the cleanup,
The Hero, who returned to the research lab to prepare for the second day, was momentarily surprised.
Pia also whispered to him with a puzzled expression.
“Um… There seem to be a lot of people looking for you today?”
First was a note from Felson.
There’s a lot to discuss. If you have time, please come to the dorm.
Next was from Ravias.
I’d like to discuss something as a parent. Please contact me.
There was also a message from Larze.
Need to communicate!
The last one was….
“It’s been a while.”
She came in person.
As Pia whispered, she quickly stepped back.
The Hero, silently observing the visitor, nodded slightly.
“What brings you here?”
The former Swordmaster, Zion Hiyashin, with eyes resembling Leciel’s, turned towards him.
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