The Academy's Barbarian

Chapter 100: I'm Here To Tell You Something Good (4)

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Ian and Laurea entered the classroom, meeting the gaze of the students. Meanwhile, Ulan wore a nostalgic expression, reminiscing about the past.

‘Just like old times,’ he thought.

It was only natural; reuniting with former companions from a past life and attending classes together were remarkable enough.

On the other hand, Noah's face bore a subtle expression. This situation was entirely absent from the original work.

'The fact that they're having an exchange with Eloden Academy, and that two of the Seven Warriors are visiting, never happened in the original story.’ she contemplated.

Of course, she wasn't too surprised.

She had already guessed that things wouldn't go exactly the same as the original story, since the time of the opening of the Abyss had changed.

‘Then why are they here?’

Saintess Laurea and Paladin Ian — these two were named characters who were real big shots in the Holy Kingdom. There must be a hidden purpose for sending two such people.

‘The most likely guesses at the moment are...’

...there were two.

The first was the attack by Abyss Worshippers.

The second was that they were tipped off that the Abyssal Rift had opened and came to investigate.

Other than that, nothing else had happened that would cause the kingdom to move.

‘Then it won't be a hindrance.’

In any case, their goal was to gather information about the common enemy, the Abyss.

As she was concluding her speculations, Professor Miel spoke again.

"By the way, according to the rules, Student Laurea should be assigned to the second year class, but she has been assigned to the first year class at the request of Eloden Academy."

After finishing his additional explanation, his gaze swept over the back of the classroom, "Then, where will the two of you sit... ?"

Where would be a good place?

Preferably next to a student with whom she could befriend and show her around, he thought as he scanned the faces of the students.

"Excuse me, Professor," Ian suddenly spoke up. "Would it be possible for us to choose our own seats?"

"It doesn't matter, but do you have a specific seat in mind?"

"Yes, I'd like to sit next to her."

As soon as Professor Miel finished his question, Ian pointed toward the window as if he'd been waiting for it; a straight, outstretched finger pointed.

Professor Miel, whose gaze followed his outstretched finger, turned back with a surprised expression, "Noah Darshen? Do you know her?"

"No, not really." He shook his head lightly and smiled brightly, "Actually, I fell in love with her at first sight."

As soon as he said the last thing anyone expected, a few girls let out short squeals. Some of the girls were flushed and giggling, while others alternated between looking at Ian and Noah in disbelief.

Noah was the one who was flustered.

‘But still...’

...to be honest, she was secretly happy.

Ian Marcus was considered quite a handsome man, ranking among the top five of all the male characters in the original story. Publicly receiving a confession from someone like him was uncommon, and it made her feel a bit excited.

But then.

A voice like cold water poured over her. for new novels

"Lies."

"All lies."

It was Ulan and Ibella.

The moment Ian claimed to have fallen for Noah at first sight, the two denied his statement without hesitation.

On the other hand, Noah wore a bewildered expression.

"No, why? You can fall for someone at first sight, you know!"

"Well, Noah. It's a little suspicious, isn't it?"

"Su, suspicious?!"

"Yeah. You're also gloomy. Oh, of course I mean your first impression. Not now."

Ibella, who had spat out the words, belatedly realized her slip of the tongue and tried to muddle her words. But Noah already had a shocked expression on her face.

Then Ulan chimed in, "Ibella is right."

"Ugh, even Ulan is saying that?" Noah asked, frowning.

But this wasn't a statement made up to tease Noah, it was a denial based on hard facts.

Ulan, who had spent a long time with Ian in her past life, knew his unique tastes and preferences better than anyone else.

'In that sense.......'

Noah doesn't fit Ian's ideal type.

Not only her.

Of all the students at Arsene Academy, including the ones in this classroom right now, it could be argued that there was no Ian's ideal type.

That's why he said it was a lie.

"I see. Then you'll sit next to Noah, and Laurea will sit next to ........"

"I've also decided where I'm going to sit."

After finishing her answer a step ahead, Laurea took a small step forward.

Immediately, the gazes of almost all the male students in the classroom were fixed on her.

The students who were passed by her sighed in disappointment, while those sitting in the back seats had expressions of anticipation.

Some time later.

Her steps finally stopped.

Right next to Ulan.

"Hello."

She greeted him, bowing her head slightly.

Laurea swept her turquoise hair back. Then, with a charming smile, she spoke, "We met briefly yesterday, right? Do you remember me?"

"I remember."

"Really? Hehe, that's a relief."

After chuckling with her mouth covered, she continued speaking, "Of course, it was a short time we spent together, but I feel more comfortable being with someone I've at least met a little bit. So... "

After a moment's hesitation, Laurea tapped Ulan's desk lightly. Then, with another playful smile, she continued.

"Do you mind if I sit next to you?"

"......."

However, Ulan did not answer. He just stared at her blankly, as if he found it strange.

And for good reason.

After all, the way she looked now was completely different from when they first met in his past life.

Back when they were fighting the monsters of the Abyss.

The warrior party, including Ulan, had rescued the paladin Ian, who had been stranded on the battlefield in the northeastern part of the continent, and joined up with the saintess Laurea.

And at that time, Laurea, who saw Ulan for the first time, frowned and said —

「What is this? A porter?」

A very blatant rejection; that wasn’t all.

Laurea's gaze, tone, and every facial expression exuded intense feelings of disgust.

After hearing the whole story from Ian, she reacted even more violently.

「What? A warrior who passed the trial? Hah, then I'll quit. I'd rather be beaten up than treated like a barbarian like that.」

Ulan didn't hide his displeasure at her rudeness. But there was another warrior who was angry with Laurea long before him.

No matter how much she thought about it, she didn’t remember doing anything that would warrant jealousy.

Then, Ulan suddenly spoke up, "Ibella is a friend of mine."

"A friend?"

"Yes, a precious companion.”

As soon as Ulan finished speaking, Ibella’s expression softened.

The jealousy that had been burning like a fiery flame gradually faded away. At that moment, Laurea understood their relationship.

'Ah, is that what happened?’

If so, it would explain why Ulan hadn't fallen for her confession, and why Ibella had harbored feelings of jealousy.

‘Then I’ll have to modify my plan a little bit.’

After quickly finishing her thoughts, Laurea smiled brightly, "Fine, come with me, Ibella."

"Sure. Thanks for the invite."

The two girls held hands with smiling faces; however, their eyes didn’t smile at all.

And just like that, a strange handshake ensued when an unexpected visitor came to Class-3.

"Ulan, are you done?"

A wide-brimmed hat symbolizing a witch.

It was Dilia, a girl with silver hair and golden eyes. She approached them and immediately grabbed Ulan’s hand.

"If you’re done, let’s go, eat, lunch.”

"No, I'm......."

I’m sorry, but I have an appointment.

Ulan started to say, but someone else spoke first.

"Dilia Arpen?!"

An unexpected person. It was Laurea.

Her eyes widened, and she stared at Dilia in surprise; then she spoke in a pleased tone, "Wow, I never thought I'd see you here. How long has it been?"

As if she knew her well.

Dilia, on the other hand, did not; ducking behind Ulan, she wore a wary expression, “You know me?”

"I feel bad. You don't remember me?"

"......Don't know."

"I'm Laurea, Laurea Lo Charpel. How about now? Do you remember me?”

Laurea. Laurea.

Dilia's eyes widened as she repeated the name over and over again. It was as if a long-forgotten memory had been triggered.

"Saintess, Candidate, Laurea?"

"Phew, it looks like you finally remembered me. That’s right. I’m not a candidate anymore, but the next Saintess.”

A smile tugged at the corners of Laurea's mouth; as if she was pleased that Dilia had remembered, even if belatedly. Meanwhile, Ian, who had been watching, asked curiously, "Is this someone you know, Senior?"

"Yes. When I was young, I went to the Arpen Kingdom as a diplomatic mission with my mentor. We met a few times then.”

This was something Ulan remembered as well.

In her past life, Laurea had mentioned her acquaintance with Dilia shortly after she first saw her.

'Just.......'

She wasn’t this happy at that time.

She had said that they were just acquaintances, and Dilia had reacted similarly.

So, Ulan was wearing a slightly puzzled expression when—

“But, something’s, strange.”

"Hmm? What is it?”

"You, originally, didn’t have, this kind of personality, right?”

"......."

As soon as Dilia finished speaking, Laurea’s shoulders trembled.

But her agitation was short-lived. She soon replied with a cheerful smile, "Aye, of course I’m different from when I was young. People’s personalities change as they grow up.”

“......Is that so?”

"Yes. You, on the other hand, are the same old you. You still have the same stutter, and your body...”

Her gaze drifted downward when suddenly, Laurea closed her mouth.

"And my body?"

"Ahem! It’s nothing.”

"What do you mean, it’s nothing?”

"Don’t be too discouraged. I read in a book that genetics plays a big role in that area.”

"Where did you, read that?”

Dilia furrowed her brows.

At that, Laurea changed the subject with a nonchalant attitude, and Dilia tried to pursue it to the end.

As they watched.

Noah let out a short exclamation in his heart.

‘I never thought I’d see this kind of sight.’

Ulan, Ibella, and Dilia.

And Ian and Laurea.

Five warriors were already gathered in one place.

‘Of course, as of now, the only one who has passed the Hero’s Trials was Ulan....’

Even so, it was quite a strange thing that the future warriors had gathered so quickly.

According to the original storyline, they wouldn’t meet until after the Gate of the Abyss opened, no matter how fast it was.

So, while she was watching the five warriors with a strange look on her face, Ulan suddenly spoke to Laurea, "So, when are we going to the cafeteria?"

"Oh, I’m sorry. I got so excited seeing an old friend after a long time...”

After letting out an awkward laugh, Laurea immediately stood up.

"Let’s go now. Oh, and Dilia too, of course.”

Right after she finished speaking...

...the five warriors who would soon face the Abyss headed to the student cafeteria, holding their growling stomachs.

End of Chapter. . . . . . . .Thanks for Reading. . . . . . . . .

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