I’m the Slit-Eyed Character at the Academy, but I’m not the Mastermind - Chapter 127
Only Krnovel
Episode 127
Episode 127 Start of training (5)
Dwenor’s movements stopped.
How can you belittle an academic subject that a precious student is interested in?
You’re probably thinking you’ve made a huge mistake.
He continued speaking as if he was embarrassed.
“Maybe because everyone thinks it’s not that good compared to magic, there aren’t many books in the library.”
“… … .”
“I guess I thought wrong. “There must be a reason why everyone avoids it.”
A regretful expression filled his face.
Only then did Dwenor begin to move again.
“Hmm, it’s magic engineering… … “I think we should bring related books to the library.”
“yes? There’s no need to do that just because of me… … .”
“Uh-huh! This is the best academy in the empire! If it is a field that is developing recently, you should definitely pay attention! “I’ll make arrangements so you can see it right away, starting tomorrow!”
“Well, you care so much… … Thank you.”
“Ahh, tsk tsk! I can’t handle even something as basic as this! Anyway, this place won’t go back without me!”
Dwenor smiled as if satisfied with his excellent work.
But this business isn’t over yet.
When I made a slightly sad expression, Dwenor immediately responded.
“Zero-kun, what’s going on?”
“… … it’s nothing.”
“Uh-huh! Are you going to lie to me too? Come on, tell me. “I’ll keep everything a secret, so don’t worry.”
The intention is to keep the contents of the consultation confidential.
This may have been said to protect the student’s privacy, but for me, the situation couldn’t be better.
I opened my mouth, pretending to wipe away tears.
“I’m really happy to hear that a lot of books on magic engineering have arrived. But isn’t there a limit to everything in theory?”
“yes.”
“Especially in the case of magic engineering, it is said that seeing, touching, and examining things is even more important.”
“You’re saying we need educational materials.”
“That’s right. Books on magic engineering are good, but it would be even better to have a good textbook. for example… … .”
“for example?”
“Something like a magic gun?”
I wonder if it was too explicit, but I can’t help it.
This is because the lines have changed.
‘Just because you like it doesn’t necessarily mean it’s good.’
After chapter 1, if you talk to Dwener in the pond alone, you can receive a magic gun.
Originally, it would have been five sentences, but strangely enough, there was no conclusion, and I had no choice but to speak directly.
Dwenor looked at me intently.
Was it too blatant after all?
“… … “You’re uncharacteristically pathetic, Zero-kun.”
“yes?”
“You probably didn’t think I would just bring in books. Of course, I was planning on bringing in educational materials as well. “Unlike the book, I just didn’t say anything because it took a little longer.”
Ah, that’s right. Still, I wish you had told me sooner.
“I think we should create a classroom that can cover all teaching materials on magic engineering. “I’m sorry, but it will take some time.”
“Well, there’s no need to do that… … ?”
It feels like things are getting bigger and bigger.
Why did the hidden piece, which requires only receiving a magic gun after five sentences of dialogue, end up like this?
“Besides, it’s not like I have anything I can give you right now.”
“yes?”
Dwenor grinned.
“It’s a magic gun. A good item just arrived. “Please wait here for a while.”
Dwenor started running like lightning, fluttering the hem of his robe.
About 20 minutes have passed. He came running from far away, panting.
There was a huge magic gun in his arms.
“omg… … omg… … Take it, Zero.”
“What is this… … ?”
“It’s the latest magic gun. “It’s a prototype scheduled to be released in the third quarter.”
Annwood Academy, the best academy in the empire.
If you are the president of such a place, you are bound to receive various gifts.
And among those gifts, prototypes like this sometimes come mixed in.
Although they try to pretend that it is a gift to expand students’ knowledge, it is an undeniable fact that it also serves a ‘public relations’ role.
The magic gun in my arms.
As a habitual user of the information window, I couldn’t help but be surprised.
‘what? ‘There’s a skill attached, right?’
There was one skill called [Overcharge] attached.
I searched my memory, but this is the first time something like this has happened.
In fact, this route was used by anyone with stagnant water.
A magic gun that can be easily obtained just by talking to it.
It was used to supply gold in the early stages by selling it to stores.
‘The hidden hidden piece has been activated.’
The magic guns I sold at the store alone numbered in the thousands. If you include other users, there will be millions.
However, this is the first time I have seen a case where the [Overcharge] skill is attached.
What happened?
“It’s a prototype, but it’ll be a little different. “I said they would remove one of the features because the unit price was high.”
“… … “I see.”
“You asked me to keep it for ornamental purposes only, but… … Well, it doesn’t matter. “Aren’t you going to use it to tear it apart anyway?”
“Hehe, hehe… … That’s right. “You don’t have to worry about anything.”
hmm… … Because it will be disassembled someday.
So there won’t be any big problems. yes?
It was a time when I was self-justifying, saying that of course it would happen.
“… … Zero-kun, do you think magic engineering will develop?”
“yes?”
“Didn’t you say that you suddenly became interested in magic engineering? Even though other people are negative.”
Dwenor’s expression is somewhat serious.
The future of magic engineering. Do I need to talk to Dwenor?
‘… … Well, it’s true that I received help.’
I decided to give some information.
If you’re lucky, you’ll be successful in your investment and be able to make a living two years later, even after the academy collapses.
Are you not thinking about the impact on the future?
There is no need to think about that.
‘Because Dwenor is an incompetent character.’
At best, you will end up making money through personal investment.
This means that it is absolutely impossible for Dwenor’s actions to affect the world.
“… … “I think it’s natural.”
“hmm?”
“Artifacts are evolving every day. A few years ago, we succeeded in creating artifacts that did not use mystical powers. One of them is the magic gun.”
“… … .”
“This will be a much more powerful weapon than a bow. “The bow is purely my own power, but the magic gun is my pure power plus technical skills.”
Dwenor was lost in thought.
I don’t think it’s a serious concern. Whether to invest or not, and if so, where to invest.
That would just be a thought.
I also calmly lost in thought. Because I had to check the harvest.
‘They’re bringing in a lot of magic engineering textbooks…’ … . If I’m lucky, I might be able to get something besides the magic gun?’
It’s not a bad thing that there are books related to magic engineering.
Because I often read books to gain knowledge about this world and find hidden pieces.
But the biggest harvest is of course.
It was a magic gun with skills.
It was a time when I smiled at Leger’s increased usage(?).
“I guess you have nothing to worry about now.”
“yes?”
“Hehe, when you become the president, you can tell the true intentions of students just by looking at their faces. “I’m glad I was of help.”
Dwenor smiled warmly.
That’s not because I’m good at acting, but… … .
Well, whatever. It’s okay if you achieve your goal.
‘perhaps… … ‘Maybe you’ll like me more?’
If so, it can’t stay like this.
Now that we have discovered that there is a hidden piece hidden within the hidden piece, it would be advantageous to maintain a stronger relationship with the Dwenor.
He rushed towards me with an expression of great excitement.
“President!”
“Zero-kun!”
We hugged each other tightly.
“Always do your best, Zero-kun. “If you have any concerns, let me know at any time.”
“Yes, President. of course. “The only person I can rely on here is the great and capable President!”
I thought while hugging Dwenor.
Kkkkkkkkk! A bastard son of a bitch. I’m busy today, so I’ll just leave.
‘I’ll rip you off even more next time, so look forward to it!’
I don’t know if you know my thoughts like this.
Dwenor just kept patting me on the back.
* * *
Memories of extortion full of profit… … No, memories of the healing pond full of emotion and tears.
When I remembered that, tears started to flow.
“huh? I told you to speak quickly? “What did you do to the president?”
Luna’s face got bigger little by little.
Gradually, he started to show his face and interrogate me.
I thought about it for a moment, but I didn’t think there was any need to talk about what happened with Dwenor.
Luna will never understand this beautiful story.
“Hehe, the process was fair. So you don’t have to worry.”
“… … “How does it sound like the beginning and end are not legitimate?”
“Hehe, you’re mistaken.”
“… … .”
“Huhuhuhuhuhu!!”
Was my smile so beautiful?
Luna slowly stepped back and headed to Leger’s side.
“… … Let’s write it first. “If a problem arises, you can pass it on to that guy.”
Luna, what does that mean?
The person who used it was Leger, so wouldn’t it be right for him to take responsibility?
Luna, who was carefully examining the magic gun, spoke to Leger.
“The way I see it, I think I can use it for a while. “If it doesn’t hit you, you can just switch back to the bow in the middle.”
“Well, is that so?”
“huh. It’s true that this is a little better than a bow. “Maybe it would be better to use a magic gun until we deal with mana?”
A little better than a bow? well.
Now, let’s compare.
For bows.
Need arrow → attach to bowstring → pull → aim → fire
In the case of magic guns.
Auto-inject mana → Aim → Fire
The entire process can be completed just by ‘clicking’ the trigger.
You have to shoot the bow vs. click.
Anyone will raise their hand.
‘More than anything, the speed is different.’
The time it takes for Leger, who has a strength stat of 3, to fire one arrow.
A whopping 10 seconds.
On the other hand, the magic gun lasts 3 seconds at most.
All you need is the strength to pull the trigger, so it’s the perfect weapon for Leger.
Still, you say it’s a little better than a bow. It is absurd.
“hmm… … Should I use it as a sidearm too? I guess it’s not that bad until you can handle mana.”
It’s not a bad idea for something that came out of Luna’s head.
but.
“Hehe, you’d better stop. “It’s harder to use than it looks.”
“Is that difficult? “Isn’t it okay to just shoot?”
“Let’s give it a try.”
Luna did not hesitate. After infusing her with mana she immediately pulled her trigger.
Boom!
Quang!
“… … ?”
A huge question mark appeared above the heads of all three of us.
This is because the mana bullet flew into the air.
I shot it in a straight line, but the mana bullet was heading towards the ceiling.
The shooting score was 0, but the art score seemed like it could be given 10,000 points.
“Lu, Miss Luna! You are truly amazing! Maybe you can shoot like that? Me, never to me! “This is absolutely impossible!”
Leger shouted, his eyes sparkling.
… … Does he also have pure evil traits? It’s a genius twist.
Luna said, brushing her hair.
“Heh, if it catches me, it’ll be like this.”
… … It’s Luna.
That’s not a compliment.