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Genius Warlock-Episode 229

Magic Tower Administrative Department.

This is a kind of independent department that does not belong to any school, and was initially established as a closed school of magic to not forget the original purpose of the Magic Tower..

Of course, since it was a department to support each school, its size was not large, but that did not mean its role and authority were small..

It promoted cooperation and exchange between schools that wanted to maintain closedness, and had the authority to execute a significant portion of the budget to prevent excessive competition and strife. Based on this, it was possible to reconcile differences between schools and urge cooperation..

Perhaps, coming to visit Kevin now is in the same context. Maybe.

"As I said, this was requested by others, including the Alchemy School and the Life School..”

Whitney, an employee in the administrative department, said to Kevin:.

She had a much neater and more thorough appearance than the other employees, and her cold expression had the power to intimidate others..

It was of little use to Kevin, but he remained as businesslike and stern as he was to everyone, regardless of gender or age..

"therefore. Why are you asking me? As the semester started... . Right now, what should I do about class tomorrow??”

That was correct. The work requested by the administration was to visit and inspect a research area in Northland, which was on a different level than a visit to the next district..

Northland is located north of Selland, virtually opposite Landa. It took quite some time to get there and back..

It was against common sense to ask the professor currently in charge of the class to do something like that..

“.…I know this is a difficult ask. So, we plan to provide transportation as much as possible..”

“You're making a grandiose statement about the obvious. I asked for work, so isn't it natural to provide the necessary support, including transportation??”

Whitney's spirits were slightly dampened by the true words. But Kevin didn't stop.

"And even if transportation is provided, wouldn't it take at least a week? Although the research area is located inside Northland, no portal magic devices were installed for security reasons..”

"......."

"The Northland border can be reached using portal magic. From then on, you have to travel by train, car, or on foot. If you're unlucky and there's a traffic problem, it could take a week or more... .. Did you really think I didn’t know that??”

Kevin questioned, glaring at Whitney with angry eyes..

Anger based on rationality and reason, not emotional anger.

Whitney opened her mouth, trying to remain calm even though her embarrassment was shining..

"Yes, I am judging that you need that much help. As you know, our Magic Tower's research facilities are quite concentrated in the research area I mentioned..”

“It is a place where various animals and herbs grow. The population density is low and you are less likely to notice..”

"Yes, so there are several labs, including the Alchemy School's Potion Research Institute and the Life School's Chimera Research Institute..”

Oliver, who was standing like a piece of furniture in one corner of the professor's lab, lost in thought for a moment. Speaking of the life science laboratory, Mattel's secret underground laboratory came to mind..

"......."

"Of course, there are researchers. That number is quite large. However, since last month, one or two people have been steadily going missing..”

“There is a possibility that it is just an ordinary disappearance.?”

“We are searching, but there is no sign of it. No, I can't see any traces..”

"Then, you can just dispatch regular wizards.?”

"I have already dispatched it twice. They explored each and every laboratory in the study area, but suddenly lost contact..”

The moment he heard those words, Kevin's emotions changed from annoyance to mild interest and seriousness..

“If even the magician sent from the Magic Tower is missing, shouldn't a full-scale search party be dispatched??”

"That said, the scale of damage is still small. Also, if we move in earnest, there will be something to argue about at the Central Council..”

"......."

"However, no matter how minor the damage is, it is damage. I can't keep watching, so I'm making this request to Professor Kevin. Professor, didn't you serve in Northland and know it well, and did you make a great contribution in suppressing the rebels??”

"Just a few months.”

"But, isn’t this the one with the most recent experience? Professors from other schools also sent letters requesting this. Please help me just this once.”

Whitney took out a bunch of stationery from the folder she was holding and held it out..

The magical wax seal and the blue and red stripes around the envelope made it look very luxurious..

"A meticulous letter envelope.”

"Of course, this request is not mandatory. But if you help me, all the other professors will be grateful..”

To the words that seemed to have a hidden meaning, Kevin stared at the face of Whitney, a member of the Magic Tower administration department, and answered..

“….Let me think about it.”

As if she was satisfied with the answer, Whitney quietly bowed and went out..

As I was turning, I made eye contact with Oliver, but I walked out as if I hadn't seen anything..

Again. Again. Again.

The sound of footsteps gradually disappeared and silence filled the empty space..

Oliver, who had come to bring the book that Kevin had ordered, pondered in that silence whether it would be better to say that he had brought the book or to just quietly leave it behind..

“..…what do you think?”

Kevin immediately asked.

"I think it would be better to quietly leave the book and go..”

In response to Oliver's answer, Kevin looked at Oliver with a subtle expression..

“..…Did I make a mistake??”

"Since it’s you, it might not have been a mistake… .. I’m asking what you think of that request..”

Oliver was slightly surprised. He never used to ask questions about this kind of thing..

Although he didn't know the reason, Oliver thought about it carefully and answered sincerely..

"First of all, there is no problem according to the rules of the Magic Tower..”

Oliver answered, recalling the book [The Magic Tower Rules] he had read in the past..

The professor at the Magic Tower was clearly a professor, but he was also a wizard who belonged to the Magic Tower. If there was a reasonable reason and agreement, it could be mobilized in this way. Of course, you can use force to order, but then the process becomes very complicated..

"Yes, according to the school rules, there is no problem. Well then, should I accept that request??”

"no.”

Oliver answered right away..

“It is clearly not a problem according to school rules to ask a professor for help, but in other words, there is no problem at all if the professor refuses..”

Kevin nodded with a faint glow of satisfaction..

"That's correct. That's not wrong. That's why the administrative department also 'requested' help... .. What happens if I comply with the request??”

This time too, the answer came without hesitation..

"Considering the time when the professor is away, classes will be canceled or another professor will take over the class..”

“Exactly, that's it. That's what they're aiming for.”

there? Oliver asked doubtfully..

"professor. I don't dare criticize the professor's words, but the staff member who just arrived did not come with such intentions. Of course, I didn't have any favorable feelings towards the professor, but I was sincere in saying that I needed help..”

"She's just an employee. That person I'm talking about is someone who made her make this request..”

"who is someone?”

“It must be someone who hates me. If you have power and influence, you can indirectly manipulate people into making these requests..”

Kevin twitched his fingers as if he was used to it. It was a hand gesture similar to a clown controlling a marionette on the street..

"You certainly have a good eye, but don't rely too much on your eyes. In this world, there are people who hide their true selves and move the world by only moving chess pieces..”

These were not just words, they were sincere words. It's also quite heavy.

Suddenly, the story I heard from Merlin came to mind. Magic Tower has suddenly become a political arena rather than a research or educational institution.....

When Oliver was about to apologize for his short thinking, Kevin spoke up. In an uncertain voice.

"Of course, I could be wrong. It's just my paranoia... .. Northland is a rough place, so you might want to send a really skilled wizard..”

"Is it rough there??”

"Uh, it’s a barbaric place ruled by customary laws and clans rather than a rational legal system… . The kingdom's administrative power extends only to railway and mining towns, and if you go beyond those areas, you can often encounter highway robbers and dangerous beasts..”

oh..… . Oliver unconsciously listened to the interesting story. Even though they are the same united kingdom, there is such a difference..

No, when I thought about it, it wasn't that strange..

Just looking at Landa and the surrounding cities, isn't there a difference in life and culture? In a way, it was natural that there was a difference from Northland in the distance..

"Anyway, I'm worried... . If you send me a letter like this, it means that you really want to send me away, but if I don't go, you'll probably accuse me of being a coward or an irresponsible person who is dereliction of duty..”

Kevin waved the unopened envelope. It was as if one was treating a meticulous noose rather than a sincere letter..

Oliver, who was watching, quietly raised his hand..

"what?”

"First of all, I would like to say thank you.”

"what?"

"Thank you for telling me this story. Thanks to you, I feel like I’ve seen and learned more..”

Oliver spoke his thoughts honestly. Kevin frowned at those words. The reason I said this was to see the reaction by injecting various information, but he just accepted it purely..

"If you don't mind, could you please allow me to ask a question??”

“….say it.”

"If you go, another professor may take over Professor Kevin's class. Do you don't want that?.”

“of course. Because it's my class.”

“But you didn't originally want me to teach the class, right??”

"You don't have to fulfill your responsibility just for liking something in the world. Even if you don't like it, there are times when you have to do your best for your goal..”

Wow, that was an interesting comment. What was more interesting was Kevin's emotions that shone for a moment..

A lot of emotions were mixed, but it was quite pretty..

Along with that, curiosity arose. What is Kevin's goal? He was curious about the goal that made him do his best even though he hated wizards, magic towers, and even classes..

"In other words, the professor is saying that he wants to continue the class and overlook this request without any problems.?”

"If you're greedy, yes.?”

“hmm… . Well then, how about I go?”

"what?”

“What if I go to that study area? On behalf of the professor..”

***

Oliver's suggestion was simple..

Kevin would continue teaching at the Mage Tower and leave Oliver in charge of searching the research area requested by the Mage Tower administration..

According to the regulations, there was no problem at all. There was a provision that, unless the situation was urgent, the professor could entrust work to his trusted employees or personal students..

Of course, in this case, the professor had to take some responsibility if something went wrong, but the important thing was that Kevin was able to continue teaching while doing the work he was asked to do..

Oliver suggested, saying that it would be more helpful to Kevin than just doing chores at the magic tower..

Kevin thought for a moment as if he had not expected this at all, but then readily accepted the offer..

As soon as the decision was made, Kevin reported this to the Ma Tower administration..

The Magic Tower administration seemed dissatisfied with Kevin's decision and said something over the communication device, but when Kevin spoke in his characteristic calm yet pressured tone based on principle, they soon backed off..

According to the rules of the Magic Tower, there was no problem..

So Oliver decided to leave with some travel expenses, a pass given by the Magic Tower, and an identity card..

Before leaving using the magic portal, Kevin gave me advice on what to be careful about in Northland..

He said there are many Norse people in the villages and cities who hate the people of the kingdom, so be careful of rip-offs and scams.,

Outside villages and cities, beware of wild animals, Kell rebels and highway robbers..

They say that due to Northland's unique poverty environment and North Koreans' unique belligerence, there are many highway robbers and they are cruel..

And Oliver, who had boarded the train, was now looking out the window at the existence created by poverty and belligerence..

"stop the train right now..…!!”

A muscular man with ferocious magic riding on top of a modified vehicle shouted with a double-edged ax draped over his shoulder..