Chapter 16 – Tier 1 Talent

Henry’s words asking for a favor.

At that, Russo nodded as if possessed by a ghost.

“I’ll help you with anything. If it’s in my power.”

This was a predetermined answer from the beginning.

Who could say no here?

Rousseau was even feeling something similar to guilt at the bud of talent that had blossomed before his eyes.

Also, the ‘favor’ that would come out of this trend was obvious.

‘As a knight, you are probably asking for instruction.’

It was clear that he wanted to establish a more direct relationship between teacher and student, rather than simply the relationship between instructor and trainee.

“……thank you.”

“It’s not something to be thanked for.”

“I am here….”

Henry opened his mouth.

Russo just listened quietly in that heavy atmosphere.

“The only person I can trust is Instructor Rousseau. He is the only person who sees me as I truly am.”

“I don’t deserve to hear those words.”

“I don’t know if the instructor will think that way, but at least it’s the same for me. That’s why I want to show the instructor everything I’ve gained.”

“If you get it.”

“It’s an enlightenment. What mana is and what I need to do to manage that mana. What I’ve missed while living here so far and why I couldn’t find my way.”

“…….”

“Fortunately, I was able to overcome the thick wall. Beyond that wall, there were things I had never been able to feel before. At the same time, I was not completely sure, but I felt that I had achieved rapid success compared to other trainees.”

“I think you can bear it.”

“I will do my best. But this time, I want to focus only on training. I don’t want to get intoxicated by too much attention.”

Now it was time to ask for a favor.

Rousseau looked at Henry nervously, and Henry behaved as expected.

“Please, Instructor. My achievements must come from your teachings.”

“……from me?”

“I took pity on a trainee who had little to no talent, and after accumulating lessons as an educator, he was able to see the light. If the chief instructor had personally studied the teachings, this result would not be so surprising.”

Rousseau thought for a moment.

What Henry meant was clear.

I want to hide my talent.

The reason was to focus on training.

“……It looks like we’ve already reached a wall that needs to be overcome.”

“yes.”

Rousseau thought so.

Some people say that climbing over a wall was the most painful thing, but it was something that could only be pursued once you ‘met’ the wall.

If you don’t know your limits, there’s no room for growth.

But you could overcome a wall in just one day and figure out the direction you need to go in another day.

‘It is truly a monstrous talent.’

Rousseau swallowed dry saliva.

Henry, who had been crouching for a long time, had sharper claws than anyone else.

What if other practitioners discovered this talent?

He must had been busy enjoying all kinds of privileges while gaining momentum right away.

However, Henry had already found his next target and was even planning to hide himself from outside eyes.

“…I will. But it won’t work on Alex. He knows my position better than anyone else.”

Chief Instructor Alex.

Although he was not as good as Rousseau, he was also a person who brought attention to the talentless Henry.

Even though it was sympathy, it was an unpleasant feeling for Henry at the time.

‘and… … In fact, it’s not something you can refuse just because you don’t like it.’

Henry knew that if it wasn’t going to happen anyway, it would be better to just accept it.

“Instructor Alex, it’s okay. Then, I’ll come back here right after the exam tomorrow.”

“I guess I’ll just have to wait in front of him.”

“thank you.”

It meant that a show was needed.

A teacher who did not give up on an incompetent student.

A student who eventually blossomed under such a teacher.

In front of everyone, the two agreed to play their roles.

and.

The conversation stopped.

“…….”

“…….”

The person who broke the awkward silence was Rousseau.

“And? That’s all?”

“Yes? Oh, I really appreciate just that. I can’t inconvenience the instructor any further than this.”

“……If that is what you mean.”

Henry nodded, and so did Russo.

It was an awkward moment for anyone to see, but the two consciously avoided mentioning it.

A short sigh.

With a look of resignation in his eyes, Rousseau brought up another topic.

“Anyway, at that rate, passing the test will be easy. Do you have any special plans?”

“I will pass without being too noticeable.”

“It would be better to raise the class level.”

“For now, I’m even thinking about class C. Of course, it won’t go as I want.”

No, it was clear that things would go as Henry wanted.

What if this was not just a change in a few days, but the result of consistent efforts?

Class C was the Maginot Line.

But there won’t be any examiners to send it down there.

A talented person with ample potential.

However, Class C was where trainees whose skills had not yet been clearly revealed stayed.

“……Don’t go in too late. There is nothing more important than a clear mind before taking the test.”

“Thank you for your concern. I will do as you say.”

“Then… hmm. If you need help, call me anytime.”

“thank you.”

Henry bowed his head deeply, and Rousseau turned around with a strange look, as if he had some regrets.

Dalkak. thud.

The door opened and closed.

Immediately after confirming that Russo had completely left.

Only then did Henry say one word like a sigh.

“……You’ve waited a long time.”

[Finally haha]

[That’s because you want to teach, right?]

[I guess so haha, it’s so obvious haha]

[Isn’t Rousseau a completely orthodox knight?? A character who is serious about everything]

“Yes, Instructor Russo is that kind of person. Also, I had the same thoughts as the wizards.”

Even while I was talking with Russo, the chat window was busy.

What about the chat that was posted there?

Of course, it was exactly how Henry felt.

The talent gained from consuming the beads a little while ago was truly enormous.

Enough to stimulate Rousseau as a teacher.

Henry also knew that fact, but it was an unavoidable decision.

“…Unfortunately, there is nothing I can get from the instructor.”

Rather, it was a minus.

Henry’s talents were acquired through sponsored stores.

What if I could’t broadcast?

No matter how brilliant the teachings were, Henry would not be able to achieve even the slightest growth.

[But it’s easier to listen to than I thought haha]

[Powerful ‘ON’]

[How much can a senior instructor cover???]

[If you don’t rise to the level of a high school student, can’t you cover everything??]

“Instructor Russo’s status at the academy is very high. As you just said, it would be difficult for someone in a suitable position to intervene with me.”

[But do you really need to hide your strength??]

[If you’re in class C, you can’t go to that luxurious accommodation haha. It seems a bit of a waste]

[Isn’t it better to just get a lot of support? It looks like my specs will be upgraded a lot haha;]

“Unfortunately, this is not a place where value is determined by skills alone. I thought so too when I first entered, but if I reveal myself too much, there will definitely be people who feel threatened by me.”

Henry calmly answered the flood of questions.

This was clearly a knight academy, but not all of its trainees really dreamed of becoming knights.

The moment you successfully graduate, the status of a knight was not the only thing you gain.

The honor of going through the arduous process.

A justification for proudly obtaining the qualifications of nobility in a country of knights.

There were many high-ranking nobles who invested four years of their time at the academy aiming for such things.

The moment they graduated, they only had to become the ‘masters’ of knights, and they were never in a position to fall under the control of other nobles.

“Of course, someday.”

Henry opened his mouth with calm eyes.

“The moment will come when I reveal everything I have. However, it must be a moment when no one can attack me carelessly. I am in a difficult position to be on guard, but not easily hostile. That is my current goal.”

I didn’t expect the process to go smoothly.

The reason I asked Rousseau for help was simply to gain a little more space.

And the time Henry needed was not that much.

‘This was only a level 1 talent.’

How long did it take to purchase the level 1 bead bundle?

It was about three or four days at most.

Of course, the value of level 2 beads was 3 to 4 times that of level 1.

But what did that mean?

Once you purchase it, it was an item that guarantees definite growth.

‘Furthermore, the degree of growth is enormous. Enough to make someone like Instructor Russo roll his eyes.’

Maybe.

Henry’s goal now might be closer than he thought.

***

Russo entered the dormitory.

I turned on the light and looked blankly at the space given to me.

It was a place that felt too spacious to stay alone.

The quality that emanated from the place was also the same.

Rousseau’s lodgings, which had a total of two floors, were completely filled with the ‘dean’s consideration.’

‘He probably decided that I was worth that much.’

The dean Rousseau knew was that kind of person.

The only criterion for evaluating a person was how helpful they were to the dean.

This was nothing short of proof that Rousseau was the best instructor at this academy.

“however.”

Boom.

Russo hit his head on the table. In that state, I filled the glass with maroon liquor.

“Why don’t you ask?”

Henry said.

I could’t bother you anymore.

“How can that be a lung?”

It was something I could not bear to say out loud in front of Henry.

Ask me to be your teacher.

Please teach me so I could grow faster.

I was waiting for that one word to come out of Henry’s mouth.

No, rather, Rousseau was confident that he would serve Henry as much as he wanted even if he was told to give it up.

That moment.

From the moment his brilliant talent was revealed to the world, Henry was superior to his instructor, Rousseau.

“One word is enough! Please teach me! Please share what I saw at the top of the Academy! Why!”

Boom! thud! thud!

“It’s okay to just give them a chance to teach! I even saved up all the salary I received so that I could take on a student someday! I even went out of my way to get the precious elixirs! I was hoping that I would finally have a place to use them!”

Why had you been living like a noble crane until now?

What was the reason for not forming a relationship beyond that of instructor and trainee?

Just one person.

I had been waiting for a talent that would shine brightly and be worth pouring my all into.

I thought I had finally found it, but Henry refused Rousseau’s help.

Gulp.

I drank the strong drink in one go and hit my forehead again.

No matter how many times I fucked him, I didn’t feel any pain.

The regret that filled my heart was much greater than that.

Then there was a flash.

Russo’s eyes widened.

“No, it’s not over yet.”

It’s true that it’s so sad that it’s driving me crazy.

But fortunately, the relationship between Henry and Rousseau himself was not broken.

At least by Rousseau’s standards, ‘sufficient room’ was left.

“I told you to let me know whenever you need help. It was the best thing I did today. No matter how good Henry is, it’s not easy to find a place in this academy based on skills alone.”

That was something Henry also knew.

There I started crying again.

“With that talent, even his brain is so clever… no, no.”

What I needed to did now was not to get caught up in my emotions.

‘There will definitely come a time when you need help. There is a lot of time. ‘Henry is now just taking a normal first-year class.’

Trying to calm down his boiling emotions, Rousseau thought calmly.

It was a completely understandable idea.

If that didn’t happen, that would be even weirder.

So what should Rousseau himself did?

‘It would be to be prepared to respond to requests for help at any time. Prepare thoroughly, Duma, Henry. So that you can rest in the arms of this teacher at any time.’

Now, what filled Rousseau’s heart was excitement.

Rousseau was the one who went to bed at a certain time every day, but today he couldn’t sleep.

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