Became a Genius Shikigami at the Academy

Episode 51

After making an appointment with Seo Ji-an, I headed to the training ground to kill time until evening.

It wasn’t that I didn’t want to rest, but I didn’t have time to waste like that before the second act of the main story.

‘The variable called Hell difficulty is more than expected.’

If I had missed the trigger at this point, it would have had a direct or indirect effect on the story going forward.

I desperately realized that there is no future for me if I do not develop the strength to respond to that change.

Disposal,

“come out.”

Fuwaak!

As I made a seal and uttered my words, a creature with mottled yellow hair jumped out of my shadow.

It was the sorcerer who entered into a shikigami contract with me in control of Pig’s body.

[What’s going on? human.]

“… That’s the only reason it’s a never-ending pet.”

[Is that what you are saying to me now?]

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

From what I had asked before, it seemed that the soul could not be released from this body because it had already been bound by a contract.

The tuning fork was clearly a powerful monster, but the question remains as to how much power it will be able to exert its power in this state.

[huh. Well, I’m worried. It doesn’t become weak just because of the difference in the host.]

That said, I honestly didn’t feel it. In the first place, it was decided that the tone was affected by the ability according to the level of the host.

“… I can’t help it.”

Even if I use the human being I ate and become my shikigami, it’s difficult as it is. Even if it is related to the bereaved family, I have no face to see.

I resigned and began to test the power of the squeaker at the training ground one by one.

“Fight once.”

First, I summoned a Haunted Rang, and then faced off with the trigger that occupied Sik’s body.

turn up.

Quad Duck!

[Nothing. It’s a trivial opponent.]

The result is a triumphant trumpets victory.

Even if there were no direct combat characteristics, the power from the basic level difference could not be ignored.

So, for a more accurate measurement, I summoned Gong Sam-i, who is good at direct combat.

The results were disastrous.

Less than a minute after the battle began, the sound was completely overpowered by Gongsam-i.

“I can’t even perform properly.”

[…] … .]

In fact, it was natural.

▶Characteristics (6/10)

【Existence Predation (A+)】

【Assimilation (A-)】

[imitation (B)]

【Dictator (B-)】

【Precision operation (C+)】

【Researcher (C)】

He’s a yokai who has the strength to use magic from the beginning, but if he fights and fights, is there no way it will work out?

I tested it for a while, but again, its direct combat ability was slightly beyond that of the lower shikigami.

As if his pride was offended, the Tuner flapped his tail to communicate his intentions to me.

[Hand over your spirit.]

Hearing this, he sent his spiritual power through the link of the contract, and after testing something for a long time, the sounder began to activate the magic with a confident face.

[I think it is possible. Take a good look.]

Whoops.

slurp.

As my shadow seeped into the ground, it flowed into the tone, and immediately wrapped around its body, calling out its size.

What was made in that way was a tuning fork that had changed to the size of a leopard.

‘… Is it the power of assimilation or mimicry traits?’

Obviously, this was an ability that wasn’t even mentioned in the original. As I looked at him with a curious gaze, the sorcerer continued with a satisfied face.

[I hate to admit it, but you and my abilities are compatible.]

From what I’ve heard, it seems that my Illusion Delay trait and the power of the Sounder have merged to achieve harmony.

So, if this is possible, I think it can be used in quite a variety of ways depending on how it is used.

Satisfied, I returned the trigger back into the shadows.

While testing his magic for a while, someone appeared at the training ground. It was Hwang Ji-hak, the second-year second-class seat.

“Is it Han Kang-yoon, you are diligent.”

“long time no see.”

It doesn’t require excellent facilities right now, but it is located in a fairly outdated facility.

“No need to worry. I just came out to organize my thoughts for a moment.”

We met face-to-face a few times in the advanced class of general combat practice, but it’s still awkward. However, Hwang Ji-hak did not care and began to stare at me.

“… why?”

“It’s not my fault either. My spiritual power has grown much stronger than before the vacation.”

If it was Hwang Ji-hak, he would have noticed at a glance that I had grown dramatically.

I was going to check the growth of the main characters after the vacation anyway, so I also checked Hwang Ji-hak’s information.

’emotion.’

Tiling!

【Hwang Jihak】

▶Level 40

▶ Ability

【Health: A+】

【Spirit power: A】

【Method: A-】

【Spirit: S-】

▶Characteristics (6/10)

【An Immovable Fortress (S)】

【Iron Wall (A+)】

[Damage Resistance (B+)]

【Growth Acceleration (B)】

【Cool Reason (C+)】

[steel bone (C-)]

It’s a splendid spec, and it’s safe to say that it has already surpassed the level of some graduates. It was also the level of ability of a second-year senior.

‘… I can’t breathe just looking at it.’

As anyone will know at this point, what Hwang Ji-hak specializes in is his unique high defense.

Basically, it has a very strong defensive posture, so it cannot break through Hwangjihak so easily with any opponent.

Of course, that doesn’t mean it’s defensive. Rather, in actual combat, he is the type to engage in battle with a very flexible thinking.

In any case, it was clear to me that he was an opponent I did not want to face as an enemy.

“My eyes were not wrong. I thought you would definitely go higher.”

“… … .”

I thought about it from the last time, but Hwang Ji-hak’s attitude toward me is very favorable. Perhaps it has something to do with the grace I received from Han Kang-yoon before possessing it.

“If it’s like this, we might meet in Class A soon. Are you planning to take the promotion exam?”

“Well. I am still thinking.”

However, the mind is also leaning towards that. Especially when I think about the upcoming 2nd semester presentation.

A public event at the academy, where many celebrities come to find gemstones and discover talent.

In order to achieve what you want there, it would be better to obtain the title of Class A in advance.

‘Is the application deadline within a week after school started?’

Recalling the information I had checked on the student terminal, I was troubled with a serious expression on my face.

So, the time for the sun to set has come.

***

I wasn’t the type to look for it, but naturally, there are various amenities on the academy grounds.

Among them, what stood out were the restaurants that were evaluated for their collection of cuisines from around the world.

‘I was so busy thinking about the next case right now, I didn’t think to come in person.’

As we headed to the place Seo Ji-an called, we saw a restaurant with a moderately luxurious exterior.

I remember that it was a restaurant specializing in steak, which was quite popular among cadets.

profit.

with daughter.

with daughter.

“welcome!”

Opening the door, I greeted the staff at the counter and went up to the second floor.

Seo Ji-an, dressed in plain clothes, was standing in the spot where the window at the far end was clearly visible.

“… … .”

Looking at Seo Ji-an, who came in pretty neatly dressed, somehow it compares to my simple outfit.

Did you mean to come and pick some clothes?

As soon as that thought came to mind, Seo Ji-an said to me as if she didn’t care.

“… Don’t be like that, come and sit down.”

“Excuse me.”

turuk.

As soon as I took a seat across from him, a question came to me.

“What do you like?”

“I’m officially number one.”

“Okay.”

tick.

tik.

Seo Ji-an skillfully placed an order by manipulating the device on the table.

To be honest, I didn’t think much about it, but when I sat face to face in a private place like this, it felt quite strange.

It’s a new thing, but Seo Ji-an was a character that gained popularity only because of her appearance, even though she was treated as an extra in the first episode of Exorcism.

As she was looking for a topic for conversation with the subtle sensation that suddenly appeared, Seo Ji-an began to speak up first.

“I got a call from the doctor in the basement.”

“… … .”

“Now it’s easy enough to go back to everyday life.”

It was definitely a good thing. I nodded and asked Seo Ji-an.

“Then what are you going to do now?”

“Well… … . It seems that the basement wants to enter the academy, but to be honest, I don’t know.”

It would be natural for Seo Ji-an to be worried. However, it didn’t seem like a bad idea, so I gave my opinion without hesitation.

“I think it will be fine. If you learn the magic on your own, it will also help you stay in shape.”

“… okay?”

In any case, the other half of Kang Cheol-yi still exists in Seo Ji-ha’s body.

Seo Ji-an accepted my opinion seriously and nodded.

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Mixing with the scent of food that covered the whole place, a refreshing scent for some reason touched the tip of her nose for a moment.

I tried to hide my embarrassment and secretly changed the topic.

“What about the succession competition?”

“My sister and I had a complete fight. You will never be able to recover.”

Looking at the articles related to Daejin Industry, I expected it, but this fight seemed to have ended with Seo Ji-an’s victory.

Perhaps the opponent is preparing to spend a lonely life in prison in return for the corruption that has been exposed by now.

If that happens, the eldest daughter will be eliminated from the succession competition, leaving the eldest son and the second son two.

“I decided to form an alliance with my older brother. Because our goals coincided with each other. At least until then, I won’t betray you.”

And Seo Ji-an revealed to me that common goal.

“… I’m going to take my father down and take over the Daejin Industry.”

“You mean pulling it down?”

That expression was a little odd. If the succession competition is over anyway, does that mean that the one remaining person will not become the owner of Daejin Industry?

When asked about him, Seo Ji-an replied:

“The successor he is talking about is not the immediate meaning of the highway.”

Just a substitute to fulfill your purpose in case of an emergency.

Seo Ji-an, who calmly explained it, continued to speak with a frown on her face as if she was recalling a memory of the past.

“I cannot tolerate him. So, I plan to take it all with my own hands.”

It was the first time I heard such detailed information from Seo Ji-an.

When I looked at her with a slightly surprised expression at that fact, Seo Ji-an opened her mouth with a slightly indifferent expression.

“… In any case, since we got involved in earnest, I just thought I should explain it properly at least once.”

After that, we mostly talked about light chatter rather than serious talk.

To be honest, it was a fresh feeling than I thought, because we had only talked about things that were necessary or related to magic.

After dinner, Seo Ji-an and I left the street without doing anything in particular.

But that was enough.

I felt the small awareness that I had understood in my head until now, but still remained in the corner of my heart, disappearing.

This is no longer a game world.

Likewise, Seo Ji-an, Yoo Ha-on, and others were also ordinary people, not characters from the game.

As I was blankly reflecting on it, Seo Ji-an said goodbye to me calmly, as if I was treating a simple friend.

“Next time, you buy it.”

“… what do you do?”

So, we went back to each other’s goals.