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Genius Warlock-Episode 262

“Nice to meet you all. My name is Zenon Bright, and I am Professor Kevin's personal employee. I will greet you formally..”

After going to the party with Jane, Oliver returned to work at the Magic Tower and greeted him politely at a physical training room in the Elemental Tower..

The people I greeted were students taking Kevin's class, and there were about thirty of them..

They each looked at Oliver with frowns..

Expressing various emotions such as shock, denial, irritation, anger, and humiliation..

It wasn't that I didn't understand..

Even though their combat skills were so low that they couldn't keep up with Kevin's classes, they were all formal students of the Magic Tower..

However, it was not strange to take it as a humiliation that Oliver, who was not even a wizard, let alone a member of the Magic Tower, was leading them instead of Kevin..

‘Because all Mage Tower people have strong pride..’

Oliver glanced at the students..

Even though a considerable amount of time had passed since we greeted them, they did not respond in that way..

It seems like the shock hasn't gone away yet..

‘Well, I accepted it after much consideration..’

To add a little bit of exaggeration, Oliver spent the whole weekend wondering whether or not to accept Kevin's offer..

Being able to formally interact with Magic Tower students is a bigger advantage than you might think, but it also has its drawbacks..

‘Aside from increasing work, it can attract unnecessary attention..’

Nevertheless, after much consideration, Oliver accepted Kevin's offer..

Although it was risky, it didn't seem right to pass up the opportunity to have a new experience..

‘Still, I am very lucky. They said that if you don't feel good, you can leave as much as you want. I have to do my best at my job, but.’

Oliver concentrated his attention on his eyes, thinking about how to best help these people while looking forward to new experiences..

As the warlock's vision gradually became stronger, he was able to glimpse not only the students' superficial emotions, but also deeper emotions..

If I were to use a metaphor, would it be like looking at the roots beyond the flowers and stems??

Some students were so angry at the sudden situation that they lost their motivation, while others were not interested, and on the other hand, there were others who were filled with humiliation and anger and harbored a rebellious spirit..

At least the last one could be said to be the best..

It's not a positive feeling, but I didn't give up and was motivated no matter what..

‘The problem is how to persuade them to join us... … . Would it be okay to explain that it is an auxiliary role that helps develop basic physical strength and helps control magical power??’

While Oliver, who had never tried this type of persuasion before, was wondering what the best method would be, someone offered a helping hand..

One of the students asked a question.

“that… … Mr. Zenon.”

Oliver turned his head in the direction of the sound and checked the student's face..

It was a familiar face.

Oliver followed Kevin in knowing the faces and general personal information of all students..

“Ah, your name is… … . Are you Felix? Gaia School?”

“yes… … . you're right.”

“Yeah, what can you say??”

Oliver asked slightly expectantly..

I don't know Felix very well, but I've seen how eagerly he participates in class..

He hesitated for a while before opening his mouth..

“……Can I be honest??”

"of course. Rather, I would like to ask you a favor..”

“Honestly, it's very difficult to accept this situation right now. To the point where I get angry..”

Sincerity.

Oliver happily asked.

“what is the reason?”

“……We admit that we here are not skilled enough to keep up with Professor Kevin's classes, but we are full-time students of the Tower of Magic and wizards. On the other hand, Mr. Zenon… … . No. Of course, I also heard that you recently did a great job at the Magic Tower and caught a train robber, but this is hard to accept..”

When Felix finished speaking, all the students around him expressed their agreement and satisfaction..

So did Oliver..

“Thank you so much for being honest..”

“yes?”

"I said thank you for being honest… … . First of all, let me point out one thing. I don't mean to be presumptuous and teach you instead of you. I'm just going to help you a little bit with the training you gave me. Don't think of me as teaching you, but think of me as assisting you..”

Oliver said, mixing facts and lies appropriately..

Although Oliver's role was to help Kevin carry out the training he instructed, Oliver had the right to use his discretion to change the amount and method of training..

'You have to have this much discretion to do your job..’

Kevin said so. But Oliver didn't mention this right away..

Oliver's goal was to interact with students, not to teach them presumptuously..

‘If you really need help, you can go and think about it then.…….'

Just when Oliver was satisfied that he had persuaded him well, another student raised his hand..

“Can I ask you something??”

“Oh yes please say.”

“In the end, we're talking about basic training, so we can do it on our own, there's no need for Zenon to be there, right??”

"That's true, but the professor asked me to help him, check my training, and write a related report... … . It's not that your professor doesn't care about you. We just don't have enough time.”

“What is the specific content of the training??”

“The main content is to develop the basic physical strength necessary for magic combat and to systematize and master magic flow and magic techniques..”

“Mr. Zenon, do you have the skills to help and record that in place of the professor??”

The student speaking revealed his doubts and various negative feelings about Oliver..

It was a common feeling held by magic tower officials and magic tower outsiders..

fundamental distrust and contempt.

Oliver asked to confirm..

“Can I also ask you a question??”

“What do you mean?”

“Could you please answer whether I can't trust the person I am, or whether I can't trust my skills? If it's the former, I'll report it to the professor and find out another way, and if it's the latter, I'll persuade you..”

Perhaps the words were unexpected, and not only the student who had just spoken, but also other students showed signs of confusion..

He answered hesitantly..

“I hope you don't misunderstand. It’s not that I don’t trust the professor and staff… … . I'm just wondering if someone who isn't a wizard can really help us..”

“It's the latter..”

Oliver confirmed. There was no sign of displeasure in his voice. On the contrary, I even welcomed the current situation..

I found a way to persuade you.

Oliver took the magic potion out of his arms and drank it, then rummaged through the magic bag in the corner and took out the tonfa..

It is made of steel with magic conduction properties, and was received as a teaching aid from Kevin..

A student asked a question at the unknown appearance..

“now… … . What are you doing??”

“I'm trying to prove it.”

"yes?”

“Proof. Even though I have no magic power and am not a wizard, I can help you with basic training. Can anyone please come out one by one??”

Oliver spoke as usual, holding a tonfa in both hands..

That's why it was more ominous.

When none of the students made a move, Oliver spoke again:.

“I don't have time, can you come out quickly??”

***

“Did the students make you angry??”

When I returned from class, Kevin immediately asked:.

“no. Rather, they were good students.”

“really?”

"Yes, you were a great help in persuading me by actively talking about my doctor.."

“By persuasion, I'm talking about beating it with a tonfa.?”

“It's not beating, it's sparring..”

Oliver said proudly. Because it was a real sparring.

So that you can trust Oliver’s skills..

When I told this fact, Kevin was dumbfounded but couldn't say anything..

“Oh, did I make a mistake? I did it because they said there was a train gun so it wouldn't be a problem to show off a little bit of skill........"

“No, no problem..”

Kevin shook his head..

“Since the class itself is like that in the first place, everyone tolerates some level of injury as long as it is not serious.."

“That's a good thing.”

"However, it should not be cut off or cause any disability..”

“……? Of course I know that.”

“I'm glad you said you knew... … . I thought you were angry because you said that you hit the students, which is not like you..”

"I'm sorry if I misunderstood you. I think the best way to show off your skills would be to compete in person... … . Thanks to you, we agreed that I would take care of basic physical training and mana control..”

“That's really reliable..”

“thank you… … . By the way, I'm sorry, but may I ask what's going on? professor.”

“why do you ask that question?”

“What can I say? You seemed to be in a bit of a bad mood. Also, I think I have more questions..”

“hmm… … . May I ask? It could be related to your personal life.?”

“I will answer if I can, and please understand if it is difficult..”

“Good... .. Then, I ask. I went to an investment party held by Sapphire last Friday.?”

"yes. how did you know?”

“I heard a rumor.”

“Rumors?”

"Yes, I'm talking about the rumor that Derek of Red Hill, a prestigious member of the magic tower Agni School, returned after being disgraced by a warlock at a party held at Sapphire.."

ah… … . Oliver let out an exclamation. There were many things going on, including meeting Edith and the devil's book, so I forgot about it for a while..

“But you're a fucking god?”

“It means the biggest disgrace of all disgrace..”

“No, I wasn't asking the meaning of the word, I was asking why Derek was embarrassed. He was so great.”

Oliver spoke with sincerity..

Level of use of magic, combat stance, attitude, etc. Compared to the past, we have achieved remarkable achievements that cannot be compared..

Although he was still emotionally upset, he controlled it with patience and reason, and constantly sought ways to defeat his opponent by using various attack methods..

This part shows how hard Derek has worked so far..

But you're a fucking god. Oliver couldn't agree more..

“It may be true by your standards, but people have narrower perspectives than you think. So you can only see what is right in front of you. All most people saw was an ugly figure, unable to move a single step against a warlock..”

“One step? … … ah.”

Oliver exclaimed again. Now that I think about it, it didn’t seem like he moved a single step..

“Is that serious??”

“Well, I was so shocked that I even missed class..”

Oliver tilted his head slightly. Because I didn't understand.

“Is it that much??”

“If it were me, I would say I'm being harsh, but to be honest, it's quite painful. For a Magic Tower student, embarrassment is fatal, and such humiliation in front of outsiders is even more fatal..”

“If you fight, you might lose, right? It was just a friendly match..”

"It may be true for you, but not for the magic tower and the guests at the party. There are many things that represent Landa, but the one that never fails is the magic tower..”

“I know that.”

“The reason Magic Tower is always chosen is not simply because of its knowledge and wealth. Because there is power before that. As proof of this, everyone says that the students of the Magic Tower cannot be defeated by even the most common problem solvers. You probably know that much.?”

Oliver nodded..

After becoming a problem solver, I heard many such stories, and also heard and saw how wizards, especially wizards from the Magic Tower, were treated..

However, there were still some parts that were difficult to understand..

“professor. I don't mean to show off, but Dave the problem solver is also a renowned problem solver in his own right, so wouldn't that be a problem??”

“If you're just an ordinary student, that excuse might work, but if you're a member of the Redhill family, it's a different story. Although it is not an absolutely prestigious family, it is a family with its own history and name. However, if you lost at a party where the members were warlocks, especially Landa's rich people, that wouldn't be the case..”

Oliver was surprised by the tighter conditions than expected, but quickly regained his composure..

I've seen stories like that a few times in Lightning Wizard and Adri's diary..

Even so, it felt a little different knowing that it actually happened..

“Worst of all, the timing wasn't good. This happened while the Red Hill family was preparing to invest in a new thermal power plant. The rumor spread, and instead of making new investments, people who had promised to invest withdrew their funds..”

Ho... … . Oliver was surprised..

I didn't mean to, but I felt like Derek was in a more difficult situation than I thought because of him..

“By any chance, will Mr. Derek be kicked out of the family??”

“well? Because I don’t want to argue about other people’s housework. However, you won't be kicked out easily..”

“Is that so?”

“Oh, he's very talented. Even though he is a relative, he is worthy of the family's expectations.……."

“Oh, that's a good thing..”

“okay?”

“Yes, I did my job, but I feel sorry if you suffer too much..”

Kevin paused and looked at Oliver..

“What did I say wrong again??”

“No, I'm too carefree. Instead, it would be better to worry about you first..”

“I'm worried?”

“Yes, you probably didn't mean to do that, but as a result, you brought disgrace not only to the Red Hill family but also to the Magic Tower. Wizards have strong pride.”

Oliver understood immediately what I meant..

“Are you saying that you will take revenge at the Magic Tower??”

“I just want to keep the possibility open. These days, magic towers are also sensitive to their own authority. There are a lot of people keeping them in check, including the city's security department, warlocks, and Crime Firm's Fighter Crew. First of all, be careful. Increasing your reputation in Landa is similar to stacking blocks high. If you make a mistake, you'll fall down.”

“I know what you mean. I'll be careful.”

“Yeah, that's my point. Develop the habit of being careful inside and outside the Magic Tower. Because this city doesn’t just swallow up the weak… … . Just leave now.”

Kevin said to Oliver as he took out some documents..

Oliver, a member of the professor's personal staff, greeted Kevin as he was told and tried to leave the professor's laboratory..

The moment he grabbed the doorknob, Oliver suddenly became curious..

Last Friday, Derek, Yareli, and other students attended an investment party, and what did Professor Kevin do?.

Apparently, he said he also had personal business to attend to..

Oliver stopped and asked a question..

“professor. Can I ask you something??”

“say.”

Kevin said as he filled out the paperwork. It really looked like a sword..

“Professor, where did you go last Friday??”

“I had a meeting with Royal Army officers and military contractors. Because of my research."

Kevin said as he continued his work. As if it's no big deal.