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5.
Meanwhile, at that time.
Around the time when Ulan was staring at the fountain of magic.
About twenty students appeared not far away. These are the students of Class 2 who previously went on a field trip.
“Ugh, sorry! “Professor Miel.”
An unfamiliar voice suddenly came.
The professor in charge of class 2 is at the forefront. She lowered her head with a helpless look on her face.
“I missed the scheduled time a little because some students suffered from dizziness. I’m really sorry.”
“no. “If that’s the reason, there’s nothing we can do.”
Professor Miel generously forgave me.
Well, it was about 10 minutes late.
“Did anything happen inside?”
“yes! “It was okay except for what I mentioned earlier.”
“What are the horsepower levels?”
“It’s 0.8% below last week’s average.”
“Well, there’s nothing to worry about.”
Two professors having a conversation about District 1.
At that time, I suddenly felt a stinging gaze. Noah turned his head reflexively, and soon found a young man glaring in his direction.
Eyes filled with contempt and regret.
Noah was quite embarrassed. Because it was the first time I saw his face. So, to check the young man’s identity, he opened his status window.
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[Name]: Himel Deorg
[Age]: 19 years old
[Grade]: B+
[Attribute]: Sword’s Grace
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Himel deorg.
It’s a name I remember. In the first place, the family of Count Deorg was very famous. It was also related to the main scenario.
‘and······.’
Himel is Deorg’s official successor and Ibella Elead’s half-brother.
The moment Noah recognized this, he realized.
What that man was glaring at was not him, but Ybella.
‘I think something happened between the two.’
It rarely comes to mind.
The moment I narrowed my brows and tried to recall Ibella’s character story step by step.
“Then we’ll go back first.”
“Yes, thank you for your hard work.”
Before we knew it, the conversation between the two professors was over.
Class 1 students taking steps.
Only then did Himel give up his fierce gaze.
Soon, when Ibella’s sigh reached my ears, I heard Professor Miel’s shout.
“Now, we are entering the first area of Arsene, the fountain of magic! “Let’s move in groups as instructed earlier.”
You’re finally entering.
The students swallowed their dry saliva.
A face with a clear look of nervousness. Following Professor Miel’s words, we gathered in groups of threes and fives. The same was true for Ulan’s group.
Finally, the moment when I surpassed the wall of protection.
The students’ heads tilted.
“huh? what?”
“Nothing happens?”
Because it was different from what I expected.
I thought there would be a big change, but surprisingly, nothing changed. So, the moment I kept tilting my head.
“Wait a minute, my body feels a little heavy for some reason.”
“Ugh! Why does my back suddenly itch?”
“what? It tickles? “I’m tingling?”
Some students began to twist their bodies.
At first there were three or four people, but later it grew to more than a dozen. When the students were confused, Professor Miel explained in a calm tone.
“This is evidence that the flow of magical power has become unstable. “From tickling to itching and tingling, it feels different for each person.”
Professor Miel’s tail moved around.
Maybe he feels special too. At that time, a student asked with a curious face.
“How do you feel, Professor?”
“It’s similar to when the time to molt approaches.”
No, if you say that, how do you know?
The student who asked the question made an awkward expression. At that time, Professor Miel continued again.
“Do not use magic, but look closely at the flow of magic power in each person’s body.”
No sooner had he finished speaking.
The students closed their eyes and concentrated.
And soon he looked surprised.
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“Look, it’s completely different from usual!”
“It seems like magic is flying everywhere.”
“That is the phenomenon that occurs when one is swept away by the unstable flow of magical power. “If you use magic at this time, the probability of failure will inevitably increase.”
Magic has the principle that it can only be activated when a certain amount of magical power is accurately sent along a designated path.
However, if you are affected by the unstable flow of magical energy like now, proper magic cannot be produced.
“This isn’t just for wizards. Anyone who manipulates mana experiences the same symptoms. The same goes for blacksmiths, craftsmen, and warriors.”
Professor Miel’s gaze turned to Ulan.
“So there is no need to force yourself to hold on. “I’m sure by now it’s so itchy and stinging that you’re going crazy.”
“No, I don’t mind.”
Ulan silently shakes his head.
Professor Miel looked disbelieving.
“Yes, it wouldn’t be a bad idea to hold out for a while. “If you can wait until we leave Area 1, I’ll give you the store.”
Arsene Academy has a points system.
If you collect stores, you will receive various benefits, but if you accumulate penalty points, you will be taken to cleaning bathrooms or to student leadership.
“Then I will do so.”
There was no reason to refuse.
Because it was an opportunity to receive the store for free.
At the moment when some sort of bet was made with Professor Miel, one student raised his hand.
“Professor, are there any exceptions?”
“exception?”
“Yes, I once read in a book that if you reach the level of an archmage, you can use magic even in places where the flow of magic power is unstable.”
“I saw it clearly. A being who has reached the level of a great wizard. Or, beings who have reached the level of master do not experience symptoms even in Area 1.”
What he said was correct.
Because Ulan was exactly like that.
Unlike the students who were twisting their bodies, Ulan didn’t really feel anything.
‘From the level of master, the nature of spirit, or mana, changes.’
Mana has similar properties to water in that it constantly circulates throughout the body.
However, once you reach the level of master, your nature changes. For example, it would be similar to water turning into ice.
‘I don’t know the exact reason…’
The mana of an Archmage or Master remains solid unless activated.
This means that unless you use a separate skill, you will not be significantly affected by the flow of magic power.
“For your information, in addition to the level of an archmage or a master, there is another category that is not affected by the effects of the first area.”
“What type are you?”
“Those blessed with mana.”
Professor Miel’s eyes sparkled.
“They are building their own magical power flow, regardless of the surrounding magical power flow. So there is no significant impact up to Zone 2.”
A representative example is Delia Arpen.
The same goes for Noah Darshen.
Because she, like Delia, was a named character who received the blessing of Mana.
However, unlike Delia, who freely reveals her talent, Noah hides this talent completely.
‘That’s because I don’t want to get caught.’
If it turns out that she has the same talent as Delia, she will receive unnecessary attention. This was not what Noah wanted.
So Noah glanced at the other students and deliberately pretended to be tickled.
“But the two categories mentioned above have nothing to do with ordinary people like us. So just give up and surrender to the unstable flow of magical power like me.”
As Professor Miel muttered in desperation, several students burst into laughter.
Thanks to this, the stiff tension was eased. He probably brought this up to make the students relax.
As soon as the tension subsided, I started speaking.
Students asked a variety of questions related to the Fountain of Magic. Professor Miel answered bluntly but kindly.
How long has it been like that?
The group soon reached a dead end.
“Now, this is the end of Area 1.”
Of course, if we were to be precise, it wasn’t a dead end. Because I could see that there was another road beyond.
“Once you pass that area, the second area begins. But rest assured, unless something special happens, you won’t have to go there.”
Looking at the green colored lake.
Tension appeared on the students’ faces again.
This is because the cautions I heard from Professor Miel earlier and the characteristics of Area 2 came to mind.
“If you’re done sightseeing, let’s go back. They say class 4 will arrive soon, so I’ll take turns answering the remaining questions.”
“Yes, Professor!”
Students answer with bright faces.
Unlike when we first met, the reaction was quite friendly. Just as we were about to walk towards the entrance together.
An unexpected event occurred.
Coo! Coo coo coo coo!
A strong vibration that starts with a strong impact, like a heavy object hitting the ground.
“W-what is it?”
“earthquake? or not······.”
Everyone’s eyes turned to Ulan. It was probably a recollection of what happened in the auditorium.
“I didn’t do it.”
Ulan shook his head.
So where did the vibration originate? The moment everyone was looking around.
“······! Hey, look over there!”
One student pointed to the center of the lake.
As if he had discovered something unusual. At the same time, everyone, including Ulan, turned their gaze.
What soon came into view was the entrance to a cave.
The surrounding area was covered with a hazy fog, and at first glance, it looked like a huge beast with its mouth wide open and breathing out.
“what? “Has there been anything like that?”
“I don’t think I saw you before…”
It was a time when everyone was exchanging opinions.
Good luck! Grumble!
Suddenly, a pair of flames lit up at the cave entrance. As if looking this way. And the moment our eyes met.
Creepy!
Goosebumps appeared all over my body.
The reason was unknown. The only thought that was dangerous dominated my mind.
A time when students’ faces turned pale.
Noah’s eyes twinkled alone.
‘Okay, it’s just as I saw in the strategy.’
That is the start of a hidden event that occurs when certain conditions are met. And the specific conditions are as follows.
‘There are three or more named characters of A grade or higher in Arsene’s first district.’
As if it’s not a hidden event for nothing, it’s a very strict condition.
In the limited space of Arsene Academy, it was not at all easy to gather three people with grades A or higher in one place.
However, Noah was lucky.
‘It’s all thanks to Ulan.’
Things got a little easier because he entered the academy instead of following the main scenario.
Also, I had a lot of luck.
It was quite fortunate that Ulan, Noah, and Ibella were in the same class. So Noah slightly lowered her head towards Ulan.
It was a small thank you.
‘The rewards for this event are quite good.’
So much so that it’s in the top five out of all the rewards that exist at Arsene Academy.
Even the reward is not just one.
There are as many as three. Among these, there is also a reward that Noah wants.
‘A treasure that increases stamina.’
To be exact, it is a treasure that increases physical ability. With this, this cursed stamina penalty will disappear to some extent.
Noah clenched his fists.
‘Of course, I heard it was that difficult…’
I wasn’t particularly worried.
Because there is a SS+ grade named Ulan here. Moreover, there is even a future swordsman.
‘So let’s quickly move on to the next pattern!’
The next pattern involves huge waves. Afterwards, being swept away by the waves and entering that cave was a hidden event.
Soon Noah’s wish became a reality. Because a huge torrent began to swirl in the center of the calm lake.
“Uh, huh?”
“Doesn’t that look a little dangerous?”
“For some reason, it seems like they’ll come this way…”
The students slowly took a step back.
It might be because I instinctively felt something. And at that moment, the torrent turned into a huge wave and rushed straight towards Area 1.
Kukkwagagagaga!
A force that seems to split the lake in half.
Just as the students were frozen by the sudden change, Professor Miel shouted sharply.
“Use the return stone! Right Now!”
Did he suddenly come to his senses after hearing those words?
The students injected magic power into the hearthstone. Then, they were soon enveloped in pure white light and began to disappear one by one.
The same was true for the male students in Ulan’s group.
He used the Hearthstone with a confused look on his face. However, the problem was that he was separated from the other four.
“Oh, no! Me too…!”
The gray-haired girl noticed this and shouted urgently, but it was already too late.
Paaaaat!
A light flashed, and the male student disappeared.
As a result, only Ulan, Noah, Ibella, and the girl with gray hair were left behind.
A truly hopeless situation.
The girl’s complexion suddenly turned pale. But not all hope was lost yet.
“Everyone come this way! hurry!”
It was because Professor Miel stayed behind.
Perhaps they were waiting for all the students to evacuate. The girl hurriedly tried to head in that direction, but she was quickly interrupted.
Quagga-ga-ga-ga-ga!
A wave that sweeps through Zone 1 in an instant.
The wave exactly divided Ulan and his group and Professor Miel. Professor Miel’s face became as hard as stone due to the sudden despair.
On the other hand, Noah was secretly happy.
If you get swept away by the waves like this, you will naturally be able to move to the cave.
‘That girl wasn’t in the plan…’
Noah looked at the gray-haired girl.
Still, that kind of variable would be fine.
With these thoughts, Noah smiled pleasantly. Then, I surrendered myself to the rising waves in an instant.
That was my intention.
But suddenly my body floated.
“uh?”
What happened?
Just as I was trying to figure out the situation.
“Khehe!”
Suddenly, my breathing became tight.
So much so that I can’t breathe. The reason was soon revealed. This was because Ulan immediately grabbed her by the collar.
‘What are you doing now!’
I wanted to shout, but my voice couldn’t come out because my breathing was so tight. Just when she was feeling uneasy, Ulan bent her knees.
Then he threw Noah away with all his might.
Whoa!
Noah flying quickly through the air.
If things continued like this, I was going to fall upside down on the ground, but fortunately that didn’t happen. This is because Professor Miel quickly caught it.
“Knock, call!”
After coughing violently.
I blinked blankly.
This is because I suddenly became isolated from the influence of the waves. And in the meantime, the remaining three were swept away by the waves and drifted towards the cave.
‘No, I should go too!’
Of course, I understand what Ulan means.
I guess he did this because he was worried about himself.
However, this is a pointless worry. Getting swept away by the waves is simply an event. There is no need to die.
So I hurriedly tried to jump into the waves. Because I thought there was still a chance now that the torrent had not stopped.
But my body didn’t move.
“no! Dangerous!”
This is because Professor Miel grabbed his wrist.
The sight of Noah trying to jump into the waves must have looked as if he was trying to save Ulan and his friends.
“Let go of this! “I have to go too!”
“I said no! “It’s already too late to save me.”
“No, I’m not trying to save you…!”
“I completely understand that you are worried about your friends. But if things continue like this, you too will be in danger!”
“So no!”
I screamed out of frustration.
That’s not a natural disaster, it’s a very special, hidden event! A time when I was trying hard to suppress the desire to shout like that.
Shoot!
Once again the waves came.
This will really be my last chance.
Noah violently shook off Professor Miel’s hand. And just as I was about to jump into the waves.
“······ah?”
The scenery has changed.
Waves that disappeared everywhere.
Instead, I saw students sitting on the floor and sobbing. The moment I looked around blankly, a familiar structure caught my eye.
“No way…”
The main gate of Arsene Academy.
This meant that Professor Miel used the Hearthstone. At the same time, the light of hope in Noah’s eyes disappeared into vain.
Whether you know this or not.
Professor Miel used communication magic.
“There is an emergency! In Area 1, the fountain of magic, three first-year students were caught up in a magic disaster and disappeared. “I request assistance immediately!”
After completing your support request.
Professor Miel approached Noah. Then he patted his shoulder as if to comfort him.
“do not worry. “Your friends will be safe.”
“······.”
“Let’s go to the ward first. “You almost got caught up in a magic disaster, so you need to get tested…”
“······It looks like we’re in trouble.”
“what?”
“Ugh! “Everything is ruined!”
Professor Miel was quite taken aback by the sight of Noah collapsing in his seat and crying uncontrollably.
But even for a moment.
He spoke again as if comforting.
“Don’t give up. There is still hope…”
“No! “It’s ruined!”
Noah begins to wail loudly.
Thick tears fell.
It was a cry full of sorrow, having missed the hidden event that one had longed for so close.
Chapter 10. isolation
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