Episode 77. If it’s a duke, then who?

‘Ludgar Vistas. I will finally sentence you to expulsion.’

There was no turning back.

In this academy, it is forbidden to bring in weapons that are not permitted, and gunpowder is a type of item that needs to be handled with care.

No matter how much gunpowder was used, it was just shooting it into the sky to create a halo of light, but in the end, wasn’t that also an arbitrary act without anyone’s inspection?

An unexpected accident could have occurred outside the academy’s surveillance network, or someone else……. For example, we cannot rule out the possibility that a troublemaker like Sean Goldroff, who is currently suspended from school, stole gunpowder and acted a trick.

Yes, if you make assumptions in all parts, it would be right to decide like this.

That’s why I actively advocated for his expulsion at the meeting at the time, but…

‘Are you really okay with this decision?’

‘I have already made up my mind.’

The person who understood the disposition best was none other than Ludger himself.

On the other hand, his expression even looked lighthearted when he faced the recommendation of expulsion.

It is as if all lingering feelings have disappeared with the current recommendation.

‘At first, I just thought my thoughts were right. I had no intention of hurting anyone, but why didn’t they understand me……. I thought that if I did a little more, I would get the answer I wanted, but I felt resentful of everything in this academy where no one gave me a chance.’

It’s called red and white…….

To claim that, the light he showed at the time had undeniable beauty.

In fact, among the eyewitness accounts at the time, there may have been reactions that the light was sudden and surprising, but the only opinion left was that at some point, the light was fascinated and took away one’s eyes.

‘But after thinking alone for a long time, I realized. If you’re not even ready to sacrifice yourself, you shouldn’t curse the world. Until you prove yourself right, you must take full responsibility for any attempt at change.’

A dangerous adventure that took place despite being shunned by everyone.

Proof achieved at the end…….

Although it ended with a disgraceful farewell, that was only a detail written on paper.

‘…… There might have been a better way.’

‘Yes, it could be. However, I also wanted to show it within this academy. There are many people who lost their hometowns and families in the war at this academy.’

Yes, it was clear that such trauma would continue even after the war ended, so he implemented the plan of a lifetime gamble with his luck.

That noble will must have been conveyed to everyone who saw the flame.

That what has damaged our lives so much is not just something to be afraid of.

That even with the light created by destruction, the pain and fear we’ve felt all this time can be erased.

‘I hope that the flame I showed you can heal someone’s wounds.’

Like that, Rudger accepted the expulsion and left without leaving any regrets…….

It was none other than Maya who most actively insisted on such a result, but that was only a choice that could not be helped.

It is said that the lesser evil is better than the worst, but the lesser evil is not always good either.

At least, as a troubled child said, if we had been given the opportunity to listen to his story more carefully and observe him with more leisure, the result might have been different.

‘Control by discipline may rather be an opportunity for an affair… …. You mean?’

Although Ludger calmly accepted such treatment, the academy must accept more students in the future.

It also has more diverse students than during the war.

Suddenly, borrowing this era of peace, this academy will more actively accept new students, but there is no guarantee that the 2nd and 3rd Ludger will not appear.

Then, how should we treat them?

Should we punish them like Rudgar?

Is it really right to instill prejudices and incite the crowd by labeling them troublemakers?

‘If at least they are given a chance to express their feelings in a way other than an affair… ….’

The president of the student body should listen to everyone’s opinion, but in the end, it’s just an objective culling of most opinions.

As long as opinions are decided by a majority vote, excluded minorities will inevitably arise.

The minority who is shunned by the absoluteness of the rules… Yes, in fact, most of the problems that arise in society are bound to be triggered by this minority.

Because of realizing its limitations through this incident, Maya tried to find a way to break away from the existing system.

As he is not certain that he will achieve it in his generation, he must keep in mind the training of a ‘successor’ who will carry on the ideology even after he graduates from school.

“I mean, accounting?”

Yes, Maya said the boy in front of me…….

The troublemaker who was shunned by everyone at this academy was considered one of the suitable people to succeed him.

“This time, it is not a casual field trip, but a sincere proposal to join the student council. Of course, you will have to pass the exam equivalent to the graduation exam, but if that is also your talent, you will probably be able to finish it during this semester.”

Of course, it’s not just because the grades are excellent. It was even less that he wanted to jump on the bandwagon of the buzz that he had defeated an aristocrat as a commoner.

On the contrary, such a problem created an opportunity for no one to acknowledge this boy.

It wouldn’t be strange to take it as an insult to try to drag this boy into the student council just by looking at his abilities.

“And about perception… …. Don’t worry, I can do anything. No, rather being in the student council would help change the perception of you.”

No one resents me even though I am in such a situation.

If someone you can trust isn’t around, even the symptoms of being anxious are just attitudes you take because you’re worried that you’ll end up harming someone.

This child has never resented anyone, and he will continue to stick with that mindset.

That goes beyond treating everyone equally, and is a unique talent that only this child who can give love in the true sense of the word can possess.

Maya felt the desire to raise such a child with her own hands.

Because I thought that perhaps this child might bring a change to this academy that no one else, including himself, could achieve.

“…… I’m sorry, Chairman.”

However, what returned to expectations was not positive, but negative.

I felt sorry for that, but I did not revoke my proposal again as I had expected to some extent.

“Was it too burdensome?”

“Oh, no. Rather, I am grateful. The president really appreciates me…….”

A boy who denies his words by even slapping his hands.

I could understand right away that his attitude was sincere, just having been together for a few days.

That it is not simple humility is also true.

“And a kid I know did that. I need to be at least a little aware of where I am.”

“In a location, you mean?”

“Yes, even though there is someone who acknowledges me, it is rather rude to that person to humble myself……. So, I am really happy that the president suggested it.”

The moment when I discovered the deep side of a child who I thought was meek.

While that appearance was considered unexpected, I had no choice but to listen carefully to what he said afterwards.

“But… …. I think it’s not the right time yet.”

“Not yet, you mean?”

“Yes, it’s been a while since I came to this academy… …. If you’re going to be in a position of responsibility, I think it’s better to do it after learning more.”

Learning…….

Yes, the academy is for that.

Even if you don’t know anything at the beginning, you gradually learn something, and set a career path based on that…….

And also to enjoy the ‘time of youth’ that can only be enjoyed during this period.

“Okay. If that is your will.”

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How could a child who came to this academy with just that goal firmly insist on walking the same path as himself?

He said he became an adult too quickly because he had a mission, but this child doesn’t have to shoulder that responsibility.

Even if he will walk the same road someday, it will also have to be a choice that this boy himself has made.

Having already assumed such a possibility, Maya did not feel any hesitation in throwing away her current lingering attachments.

“If you change your mind, please come back anytime.”

“Yes, then next time… ….”

Maya leaves the seat after saying hello.

After that, Maya, who was left alone in the student council room, sighed deeply and glanced at the documents she was holding in her hand.

Construction of a counseling room to listen to students’ concerns.

In addition, the document containing the opinion of recruiting the necessary ‘teacher in charge’.

“Yes, there is no need to regret it. Because this meeting with that child won’t be the only one.”

“What are you sorry about?”

Maya raises her head in surprise.

What I saw as I looked towards the entrance again was a uniformed young man standing as if to replace the empty seat of the boy who was leaving.

“…… Wayden, how long have you been there?”

“I came at the same time as that child, but since it was not a very urgent business, I just gave in first.”

That means I’ve been watching it from the beginning.

I made the proposal to that child, and felt sorry for the rejection.

“By the way, can I get to the point?”

“… Weyden, that’s what your sister thinks, but I want you to develop some delicacy.”

“What do you mean?”

“The present question is the problem.”

She’s like a naive guy who doesn’t care if it’s not her own interests.

As I looked at him like that, Wayden smiled wryly at that gaze and quietly put down the papers in his hand.

“I always say this, but I have no intention of arguing about your choice. After all, you are not the only one who trusts that child.”

“… You’re not alone. It looks like you have someone you care about too.”

It was clear that these were not empty words.

Although she may not have been directly involved with the child, she also owed her gratitude to the teacher who was in charge of the child.

“By the way, it’s a weapon application… ….”

At the same time, it is also true that there was a big change in feelings after the training camp that day.

“Although they are weapons, they are non-lethal objects whose purpose is only to subdue them. As much as the design was designed to reduce damage after consultation with experts, it must be acceptable in the current academy.”

“… It seems like just yesterday that this kind of thing was said not to be a formality, but it seems that you have changed your mind a lot too.”

Apart from camps, I’ve heard that you’re in danger from a terrorist incident.

“Yes, it was enough time to realize my lack.”

Waden raises his hat while answering Maya’s question.

There was no hesitation in his clear eyes.

Unlike the time when I felt uneasy about my choices and was rigid all the time.

Yes, it must mean that his current choice made the responsibility he felt a little lighter.

Maya accepted it positively and smiled approvingly. She handed him the document she was holding in her hand.

“It just went well. I also want to give you some advice…….”

***

A society becoming unstable in a turbulent era.

Nevertheless, the fact that it maintains its shape must be thanks to the efforts and sacrifices of many people.

With such efforts, little by little.

However, because I have the mind to make changes step by step in the right direction…

“Everything, Captain. I think you should come and see it right now.”

At the time that one incident was settled, there were signs of another evacuation happening in the center of this continent.

The border line that separates the empire from other countries.

The gate keeper who manages the gate there began to frown at the sight of his men who rushed to the inn.

“… What’s the matter?”

A body that has not been able to sleep properly due to recent events.

In the meantime, it would be unacceptable for any reason to interrupt the barely-obtained rest.

It’s just a little bit of a bit of a bit of a bit of a bit of a bit of a bit of a bit of a bit of a bit of a bit of a bit of a bit of a bit of a bit of a bit of a bit of a bit of a bit of

“That’s right, the imperial duke said he had business in Maris and requested passage through the border.”

“Go, duke!?”

The gatekeeper couldn’t help but be astonished at the words that followed.

As such, the words of today were something that could never be overlooked.

An empire is a country that rules half of this continent, and a duke there is in fact a position worthy of being treated like a king of a great country.

“Go, if it’s a duke, then who…… ?”

The important thing is who of the 4 dukes.

At that question, the subordinate swallowed his saliva and answered.

“… Imperial sword.”

As you can tell from its name.

The fact that the only and strongest man on the continent wants to set foot in Maris.

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