The Academy’s Neglected Wizard in the Game

Chapter 98 – Rival

#One

Cale was left alone in the club room.

I was still confused.

Why did Anais make that choice and why he hates Manus?

It hurt her even more than her mistakes.

Why, why do you hate Manus-senpai?

How much does he do for us… … .

Cale’s eyes lit up with a dull light.

However, the words Anais shouted pierced Cale’s heart.

‘Was it really like that? I am-.’

The words that he thought of himself and his friends as subordinates.

Even if he denied it, would it be true?

I put my hand on my hair and messed it up, but it only got more complicated than it got better.

one month.

If it’s short, it’s a short time, if it’s long, it’s a long time.

Is it right to divide like this in a situation where no matter how many journeys await in the future or what kind of disaster might come?

It’s not Cale’s head, he shouted, “Come to your senses.”

However, her heart still couldn’t understand Anais.

“Haaa-.”

Uncharacteristically for her, she let out a deep, heavy sigh.

As I was staring blankly out the window, the door to the club room opened.

Her eyes naturally followed the man coming out from behind the door, then swayed violently.

dark black hair.

The beautiful features only looked colder today.

did he hear the news?

Or maybe you haven’t heard anything.

“Oh, you are here.”

“Looks like there are no others.”

“yes. It is already evening.”

“Why are you alone?”

Cale’s gaze went down.

Manus sat across from him and asked directly.

“I’m not in a good mood, what happened?”

“Ah, on that… … .”

Cale hesitated, then closed his eyes and opened his mouth.

Even though Anais said that, she was a friend.

It must have been difficult, but I didn’t want to make him have to deal with Manus’ wrath.

So she hated it, but put together words for friends.

Because he wanted to solve the problem with Anais himself.

“I am… … I said some harsh things. I guess that’s why I’ve always been under a lot of stress.”

“For example?”

“So-.”

Cale explained in a calm voice.

Manus had rarely climbed the tower with them, so he must have been unaware of the atmosphere.

She explained in a way that would not harm Anais as much as possible.

He was so kind that when someone saw him, he would scream why he was like that and call him a hogu.

Manus listened to her story for a while.

I tried to put on a satisfied smile, but I didn’t because of the heavy atmosphere.

‘It’s definitely because he’s the main character.’

“… … That’s how it happened.”

“Right.”

Manus nodded.

Then he got up from his seat.

Cale expected something, but Manus only gave a word.

“Don’t cheer.”

“… … yes.”

“Friends are things that can go wrong someday, and things that we can meet again. If what Anais did is not serious, just wait.”

“So I want to ask. The only thing that can take her power… … Because it’s just me.”

“That’s a good way too.”

Cale was smart.

She was nice, but not reckless.

He was cool and quick to judge.

The same goes for human relationships.

I decided to find a way to do it myself.

They accepted the friend’s challenge, and wanted to have a calm conversation after blowing off each other’s stress.

“It will be an inconvenient time. But, after that, it will be even harder.”

“yes.”

“Don’t hate Anais too much.”

After saying that, Manus turned around.

Cale nodded calmly.

He leaves, and Cale also rises from his seat.

Contrary to what she said, Anais was indeed a very talented mage.

In particular, the flame attribute magic she uses is superior to her own magic.

He has a wide range of versatility and has the characteristic of being able to learn anything.

Perhaps because of that, she has yet to show as much understanding as Anais.

‘It’s a task I have to overcome.’

She looked out the window and made a promise.

okay.

Manus is not a god.

She’s been very helpful to me, but sometimes there’s a line you shouldn’t cross.

This time, it was a task that he had to solve on his own.

‘I’m not interested in the student council president… … .’

At least you won’t be pushed around.

Because this was the path she chose.

#2

midnight.

Anais quickly checked her surroundings and stepped out of the dormitory.

Maybe it was because he had gone through a lot, it seemed that no one climbed the tower today.

good.

Let’s go.

Anais sprints down the red carpet and crosses an empty hallway.

Fearing that he would get caught using the elevator, he sprinted down the stairs.

It’s a dormitory in a pretty high place, but no one could stop her passion.

“Whoa, whoo! Didn’t you hear?”

Anais arrived at the blind spot of the dormitory with a strange breathing sound.

I looked around, but still no one seemed to notice.

She hid herself in the darkness and tried to move.

“Shall I take you?”

“Ahhhhh-?!”

“Oh, excuse me.”

At the sudden sound, she was genuinely startled and fell to her knees.

When I turned my head with a trembling body, there was a woman wearing an undercover suit standing there.

The voice was very familiar.

It was the same voice that guided the maids every morning.

Anais breathed heavily and shouted.

“No, you were surprised!”

“sorry. There was an order from Confucius to move secretly. To be surprised by this… … . Whoops.”

“Ugh… … By the way, can you take me too?”

“sure.”

Aden’s eyes softened.

She held Anais’ hand and demonstrated her ability.

There was nothing that could stop her in the dark.

shruck-.

Anais thought he heard a strange noise.

When I opened my eyes, I was in front of the lobby with a golden clock.

There stood Manus alone, looking at the clock.

“I brought it. Confucius.”

“Thank you.”

“Can I go on a field trip today?”

“If you want.”

Aden smiled.

Anais realized that she would not be climbing the tower alone.

And, I found a pure white creature next to Manus.

what? Was there anything like that?

Her curiosity was soon solved by Aden’s words.

“This is Albion. Did you grow up a lot?”

“A servant is… … Do they usually grow so rapidly?”

“It’s beyond my knowledge, but that’s how it happened.”

Albion’s head turned towards Anais.

Then, Kreureung- cried softly.

A dragon with pure white fur.

Even the wings had fluffy hair.

“Albion?”

Albion nodded slightly, as if he understood her words.

He was a very clever guy.

Manus stroked Albion’s head and said to Anais.

“Today’s partner is this guy. Anais.”

“How about you two?”

“A skilled assistant.”

I will step out if necessary, but I will not be directly involved.

Manus was planning to distribute and absorb the magic stones brought by Albion.

Because the goal was to have overwhelming power.

If you share it with Aden, there won’t be much of it in return, but you should be satisfied with that much for now.

The purpose of this nogada was Albion’s growth and Anais’ high level.

Manus said with a slight smile on his lips.

“Are you ready? Candidate for student president.”

“-yes. Sure.”

Anais’ eyes glowed with passion.

Climb the tower on your own.

It was an idea I hadn’t even thought of.

The tower was dangerous, and it had always driven her to death.

She looked at Albion, who met her eyes, and asked cautiously.

“What ability do you use?”

“It is recovery magic and buff magic.”

“What about direct combat magic?”

“I’ll have to try that.”

In fact, Manus already knew Albion’s performance.

But it’s no fun if you let me know in advance.

He could have tried to fight by relying on Albion’s abilities, so he didn’t tell them.

To be honest, I didn’t expect it to grow this far.

Now, wouldn’t it be possible to catch the low-level watchman alone in Albion?

That’s why I have no choice but to keep it a secret from Anais.

“Albion, come and experience the battle. It is training.”

Albion cried softly and nodded.

Although he looks strict, he is actually a kind owner.

The familiar was a creature that helped its owner.

However, it seemed that Albion had only been helped by his owner.

Like a father, a being who generously cares for himself.

The day has come to pay back what you have received.

As if reading Albion’s thoughts, Manus smiled and patted his familiar’s head.

“Then let’s go.”

“yes.”

They grabbed a suitable layer and disappeared into the tower.

The tower lobby was filled with only the ticking of the clock hands.

#3

next day.

Anais proudly refused to attend class.

Everyone in class A except for Emerson was worried about her, but no one expressed it.

you know you’ll come back

She’s also a student, so it’s impossible to miss her every day.

Class A students showed that they couldn’t concentrate in class today.

Among them, Pearson was in the midst of a different concern from the others.

‘Manus senior will take care of it, but… … .’

Surprisingly, Manus went to school.

If the two left for the tower together, wouldn’t it be okay if only one returned?

Could it be that it’s not wrong?

Pearson bit his nails.

If she was wrong, I was thinking of questioning even Manus-senpai.

It was the worst, so it was unlikely to happen… … .

He gulped, swallowed, and made a promise.

‘I’ll have to go and ask.’

Pearson made up his mind and waited for a break.

I couldn’t hear a single word from the professor talking in front of me.

Anais, are you doing well?

Anxiety grew, leading to tragic thoughts.

But Pearson shook his head and brushed off the negative thoughts.

There’s no need to focus on something that hasn’t even happened.

‘By the way, will they go up to the tower?’

Then what if we run into each other?

Even in this atmosphere, you wouldn’t want to climb the tower.

No, perhaps the energetic Kayle would ask to go upstairs.

how things are going

Pearson finished the class with a quiet glance.

The expected break had returned, and he was about to rise from his seat to find Manus.

“Please pay attention for a moment-.”

A teaching assistant in charge of the first grade appeared.

The appearance of those who are usually rotting away in the laboratory means that a really important time for the academy has arrived.

They held a bunch of handouts and looked at the students.

At first glance, it read ＜Student President Candidate Application＞.