Chapter 28 - Academy

A building standing in the center of the city caught our attention. That was because several young people and nobles were gathered in front of it. Like ants who understood their status position, the group was divided into two parts.

 "Well, a sight I have long forgotten. Nobles who put their egos first but are not aware of their abilities. Moreover... why are there other races here?" This question arose as Karl observed the Academy from a distance.

 The question arose as several Elves with child-like statures were seen.

 "Mercedes.. Did you know her?"

 After hearing Karl's words calling her, Mercedes who was standing beside Karl replied.

 "Venice, Crown Princess of the Teresstia Kingdom, a Kingdom led by the Dark Elves."

 "Dark Elves? So Elves have a version like that. Is them powerful?"

 "Master Karl, I understand that the Dark Elves have caught your attention but their abilities cannot be underestimated. Their kingdom may seem small but the Dark Elves' destructive magic abilities are a real threat."

 "Oh, noted... also Chiyuki... note that too."

 "Yes, Onii-sama!"

 Beside them, Chiyuki was seen happily sitting on Karl's lap.

 "Who's that kitten?" Karl continued while looking another one.

 "A kitten or a tiger cub?"

 "Well, their families are genetically the same. Only their body sizes are different."

 "Lyra, Crown Princess of the Chianxen Kingdom, a Kingdom that adheres to the law of nature where the strong will rule."

 "Well.. now there are two crown princesses here? Our territory is very famous."

 "After that incident, it would be very strange if they didn't visit us, right?"

 "Well, that's true. They must be wondering why we were able to do it. Even though... if they did it too... destroying two kingdoms would be quite easy."

 "Master Karl, remember.. their capacity power and magic limitations are different. Pretty dangerous and wrecked but..."

 "Oh, I almost forgot. They were stupid enough to do that. So they are safe for creating problem... for now."

 A small laugh was heard, deep in the black shadows of this room there was a pair of eyes shining in the darkness.

 "Oh, you're back? Hurry up and get to work."

 From the darkness, a wolf girl appeared in military uniform complete with a short-barreled magic gun at her waist.

 "Master, all preparations have been made!"

 "Oh, good.. immediately carry out according to plan."

 "Ready to Execute!"

 After receiving orders from her superior, the wolf girl disappeared into the darkness again.

 "Master Karl, what are we going to do with all this information?"

 "Oh.. this is just a small guarantee for them. A disturbing rumor emerged from the seven kingdoms and information gathered by the alpha team said that their kingdoms were experiencing a civil war. Fighting for power from the same bloodline, such a poor leadership and looks very stupid. Not only are they uncomfortable in their own home but they could also die in their own home."

 "Hmm.. if that happened to me. Running away to another place is the right choice. Ah! So that's why they are here right now?"

 "Yes, Mercedes.. our territory now has another heir to the throne who fled for shelter. If we get dragged into their dispute, we will carry out Operation Succubus in retaliation."

 "Operation Succubus? Meaning.. we use their resources to help them?"

 "Yep, none of our resources are lost except theirs. Just like a Succubus draining the lifeblood of its prey."

 "Ugh, Succubus.. annoying little fly. Master Karl.. if we meet a Succubus.. may I kill her on the spot?"

 "Well, do as you please. But.. make sure you get some interesting information from their head."

 "Fufufu~ of course" Mercedes replied with a smile.

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 The atmosphere of the Academy building looked so crowded. Even though it was a converted building, the enthusiasm of the small flies attracted by the newly bloomed corpse flower exceeded the specified capacity.

 As a result... several waves of registration were opened into three paths. A series of tests that had been determined also went a little smoothly.

 Except... the nobles who were still stubborn with their egos.

 A short question about the basic rules of the area where they lived became the main problem at this time.

 "Seriously, you live in an area filled with rules and reject those rules? Are you stupid or stubborn?" said Karl in a sharp tone.

 "Especially for those of you from the Flora Kingdom. Well, you did lose badly in the last war but don't use that as an excuse to blind your eyes. I would happily kick you out if only your parents weren't bound by a peace treaty."

 "And... for those of you from the Abzien Kingdom. Well... the exit is always open for you. Why are these two kingdoms too stupid to follow the applicable rules."

 "Applicable rules? Is killing hundreds of thousands of soldiers a rule?" In between Karl's words, a voice filled with resentment was heard.

 Karl who knew the source of the voice smiled.

 "Yes, that's the rule.. especially for small areas that don't have soldiers and protect the people left behind," Karl replied.

 "Nonsense!" a voice filled with anger was heard.

 The source of the voice came from the Crown Princess of the Abzien Kingdom. She was staring at Karl with her eyes filled with anger.

 "Haaah~ from the many protests that have come in. Why does it have to be the Abzien Kingdom again? Don't you have other business than discussing your embarrassing loose war incident?"

 "Embarrassing loose war incident? Do you think killing 60% of the population of a kingdom is an embarrassing incident?"

 "Gosh, listen to me first little girl. You want to know what was happening at that time, right? Chiyuki.. it's your turn to silence this little girl who doesn't know anything."

 "And.. Mercedes.. make sure the others listen."

 A magic circle that covered the room was created. Even the Dark Elf nobles who were inside the room were shocked when they saw a large magic circle suddenly activate. Their room turned into a closed room, the windows that showed the outside scenery were suddenly covered by a thick layer of steel that came out from behind the wall and the exit of the room was also covered by a layer of steel that came out from the inner side wall.

 Behind the silence, a projector that was turned on slowly showed its light. In the darkness, a light that showed the reality of war was in front of them. The Flora Kingdom and the Abzien Kingdom were not much different, they adopted the same military doctrine.

 "As you can see, from a distance.. our former kingdom, the Flora Kingdom. They took the people's meat and crops by force for their war needs. If they refused.. then burning the village was a natural action. That's because.. refusing the kingdom's order is a form of treason. And.. Yep.. we ended up becoming traitors because we were pushed by the situation. If you know... there are rumors about Duke Flora planning a coup. I need to emphasize that rumors, why should we bother taking care of this bad kingdom if we can get out of it easily?"

 "As for our neighboring kingdom, the Abzien Kingdom. I don't know what makes you think that forcing the male population to fight can increase your military strength. In terms of numbers, you are indeed more numerous, but your tactics are very cunning. Allowing a region to be taken over by poisoning their water sources and livestock? You should be ashamed of your cunning nature."

 "Oh, lastly.. thank you for the trouble you caused. We can finally build this region peacefully without any obstacles."

 "Well.. if you still don't accept this bitter reality and consider our actions beyond common sense. What do you expect from a war? A war without casualties? Even your naive nature must be based on basic logic in it."

 "While on our side, there are only parents left by their children. If you were in our position, would protecting yourself be a mistake?"

 "But.. killing people like that is an act of-"

 Before she could finish speaking, an image showing a threatening letter from the Abzien Kingdom appeared.

 "Tell that to your military leader, you are the Crown Princess, right? There is no harm in questioning this threatening letter to your military leaders. That is if you are valuable enough in their eyes," this statement filled with sarcasm ended the topic being discussed.

 The room returned to normal and a warning siren sounded.

 "Yep, your time is up for this useless reality lecture. Make sure you pack your equipment if you want to leave our territory. With grades like this… you are not worthy of entering our Academy."

 After saying that last sentence, Karl and the few people beside him left the room.

 "A strange day to be teaching a newborn baby," Karl said in a low voice.

 "Onii-sama, they are just a bunch of idiots."

 "Master, even babies have a bigger brain capacity than them."

 "Well, you two have a point. In the end… only children from our territory are accepted. Well, that's much better than serving the stupid attitudes of those foreign nobles."

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