The Academy’s Barbarian Chapter 168

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One.

It’s just past dawn in the morning.

Delia hurriedly left the room.

Normally, she would have been in a dream world, but today was an exception.

There is only one reason.

It was because I heard that Rudine, who had been unconscious for a long time, had woken up.

Immediately after arriving at the North Tower.

She ran up the stairs in one go.

Neither the high stairs nor the heavy breathing that rose to the tip of her chin could stop Delia.

Eventually we reached the top of the tower.

Delia opened the door without hesitation.

“… … !”

Immediately, both eyes widened.

It was because the scenery in the room was different from usual.

Among them, the biggest difference was that the girl, who was always lying in bed, was sitting at an angle with the support of the maid.

“… … ah.”

Then our eyes met.

A girl with golden eyes as bright as her golden hair. She was her half-sister, Rudine Arpen, whom Delia considered her family.

The moment I looked into her eyes.

I was momentarily speechless.

There was a lot I wanted to say, but strangely, my voice rarely came out. Meanwhile, Rudine, who was dazed, kissed her lips.

“sister… … ?”

A voice that seems to be locked tightly.

Delia’s body trembled as if struck by lightning at the sound of Ludine’s voice, which she thought she might never hear again.

At that time, Ludine stretched out her hand.

Hands as dry as bare branches.

It seemed as if she was holding out her hand for me to hold, so I grabbed her hand without realizing it. Then a faint smile appeared on Ludine’s lips.

“thank you.”

“… … uh?”

“For coming to visit me all these years.”

A sudden thank you message.

Delia looked at the maid who was supporting Rudine. She asked if she had ever told Rudine that she had been visiting her tower every day.

But the maid shook her head.

It means I didn’t say it.

“I remember everything.”

At that time, Rudine spoke again.

Delia asked back with her eyes wide open.

“You remember?”

“Yes, my body was frozen and I couldn’t move, but strangely, my mind was very intact.”

“… … !”

“So, I know the reason why I had no choice but to stay in a place like this, and the reason why my sister couldn’t visit for a while.”

That’s because he came and told me every day.

I remember coming to visit every night and reading to him, and how he combed my hair and wiped my body with a wet towel every day.

And even just before leaving for the academy.

Delia came to visit Ludine.

Delia’s face froze in shock when she heard that she remembered all these facts, and Ludine continued speaking with tears in her eyes.

“So one day, when I open my eyes and can move my body, I really wanted to tell you.”

Thank you for being by my side.

The reason Rudine, who was trapped in a body that couldn’t move, was able to survive until now was because of Delia, who came to visit her every day.

“Thank you for saving me, sister.”

“Rudine… … .”

The sight before my eyes suddenly becomes hazy.

Delia, who felt overwhelmed with tears, hugged Rudine. Rudine, too, buried her face in her Delia’s arms.

An unexpected miracle.

The two sisters, hugging each other as they reunited after many years, burst into tears like children. Tears filled with all kinds of emotions flowed down my cheeks.

Continuing endlessly.

2.

The next day when Ludine woke up.

Delia wanted to hold a banquet right away.

In order to celebrate the happy occasion, I also thought of setting up a small event to express my gratitude to Ulan and Noah who helped me in many ways.

But things went a little wrong.

“… … Sorry.”

With Ulan and Noah in front.

Delia lowered her head as if she had no shame. She originally wanted to throw a small banquet with her close friends, but circumstances changed.

There is only one reason.

This is because King Ergent of Arpen intervened and changed the host to the royal family.

In other words, the board was getting bigger.

A shadow appeared on Delia’s face because she had unintentionally put a burden on both of them.

“Originally, I didn’t plan on doing this… … .”

Delia apologizes again and again.

Ulan, on the other hand, didn’t care at all.

“I’m fine.”

“still… … .”

“If I can eat delicious food, it would be great if the number of people increased.”

An answer filled with sincerity, not consideration.

Did you notice this?

Delia smiled slightly and lowered her head.

As if thanking me for understanding. Meanwhile, Noah, who had been quiet, spoke as if urging him on.

“Rather, quickly change your clothes and come out.”

“okay. I will be back.”

“oh! “I will help you too, princess.”

Helena, who was waiting, followed along.

After the two left the room.

Noah recalled the reason why Ergent intervened in the party, which he had just heard from Delia.

‘Well, the reason is obvious.’

It was probably to announce the fact that Delia had reached the level of great wizard. No matter how much you think about it, that’s the only reason.

‘King Ergent has a goal.’

To escape the rugged mountain ranges and advance southward, expanding the territory to the plains bordering the desert.

If we could do that, not only would we be able to secure stable food, but we would also be able to build a safe city outside of the magical beast’s influence.

‘But if you do that… … .’

There are inevitably conflicting forces.

Descendants of Rudric, Desert Church.

And in order to deal with pagans full of magical beast trainers and shamans, magic power is not an option, but a necessity.

‘As a principality with little magical power, it is impossible to fight against the Desert Church.’

But now this too is a thing of the past.

Because an archmage named Delia was born.

‘So the king’s real purpose is… … .’

Through this banquet, the intention was to officially announce that Delia had become an archmage and at the same time indicate her intention to advance into the southern plains.

And one more thing.

There is another reason why Ergent could have made this decision. I figured this out from the question Ulan posed yesterday.

“What is a sire?”

Starting with an unexpected question, Ulan revealed the entire conversation he had with Ergent.

Through this, Noah realized.

The fact that Ergent had chosen Ulan to be Dilia’s sire.

‘Well, it was a remark that could have been misunderstood.’

Because I immediately asked for Delia.

But that only means asking for permission to be together as a warrior and colleague.

Because he knew Ulan’s personality, Noah ended the recollection as if it was no big deal.

Some time after that.

Sigh!

There was the sound of the door opening.

Afterwards, Delia, who had left the room to change clothes, stuck her head out.

“… … “I changed my clothes.”

“Come in quickly.”

“Yes.”

She slowly approaches.

Soon, Delia’s outfit caught my eye.

A pure white blouse, a long black velvet skirt, and a red cape that slightly covered her shoulders.

Dressed neatly and neatly.

‘Of course.’

Because these are the clothes I chose.

Noah smiled contentedly.

This was to keep the promise he had made before to pick out Delia’s clothes.

“For some reason, it’s a bit awkward, isn’t it?”

On the other hand, Delia was restless.

I guess I felt awkward because I was dressed differently than usual. Noah shook her head.

“No, it’s much better now.”

“Really?”

“Do you think Ulan thinks so too?”

Noah looked back at Ulan.

The same goes for Delia and Helena.

Even the most clueless Ulan knows the answer to give in a situation like this.

“Goes well.”

“huh. “Then, let’s do this.”

Only then did Delia smile brightly.

It was a change of attitude so quickly that it was hard to believe that it was someone who had been thinking about it for a while.

‘But it really suits you.’

Maybe it’s because my body has grown, but my clothes seem to have come back to life. When I looked at Delia with eyes full of envy.

smart!

There was a knock on the door.

They were the royal tailors.

“excuse me.”

“I’m trying to measure the two of you. Can I ask for your cooperation for a moment?”

“Ah yes. “I’ll go now.”

After answering, Noah grabbed Ulan’s arm. Ulan had a disapproving expression on his face, but he obediently continued his steps.

Meanwhile, around that time.

There was a person who looked at Ulan and Noah alternately with meaningful eyes. Delia’s exclusive maid was none other than Helena Orvant.

“… … “Princess.”

“why?”

“This is your only chance.”

“What, a chance?”

“This is a chance to snatch Ulan.”

A word that came to me somewhat unexpectedly.

So, as I looked at her in confusion, Helena immediately revealed the reason why she said this.

“I heard about life at Arsene Academy. “But I heard there are two female students in the group besides the princess?”

“Oh, that’s… … .”

I knew right away who was talking.

Ibella and Laurea.

Of course, Laurea returned to Eloden Academy, but it is clear that she still has feelings for Ulan.

“Also, Noah, you’re a bit suspicious.”

“uh? Noah, why?”

“It was like that when we first met, but the way you kept glancing at Ulan seemed like you had feelings for him.”

Helena’s eyes shone sharply.

Delia, on the other hand, shook her head.

“That’s absolutely not the case.”

“Princess, there are no absolutes between a man and a woman.”

“Noah is different. Because, I pledged my name to Mana and even made an oath.”

Mana’s Oath.

Those words left Helena speechless.

For wizards and shamans, the Oath of Mana was an absolute promise.

‘still… … .’

It still felt suspicious.

So, that was when I narrowed my eyes.

“I understand what you mean.”

Delia nodded silently.

Helena must have said this because she was worried about herself.

“But, you don’t have to worry.”

“Princess?”

“I have something in mind too.”

Golden eyes shined clearly.

Eyes full of strong will.

It was the face of someone who had decided on something.

3.

That evening.

The banquet hosted by the royal family has begun.

A large crowd of people gathered in groups of twos and threes.

Not only nobles, but also royal rangers wore formal attire and participated in the banquet.

This was the same for Noah.

She was wearing a gorgeous dress that fit her body perfectly thanks to the consideration of the royal tailor.

‘on the other side… … .’

There were some who were no different from usual.

After letting out a short sigh.

She said, glancing to the side.

“Ulan hasn’t changed from usual.”

“You didn’t have any clothes that fit, right?”

“No, you have to speak properly.”

Noah shook his head.

Then he said it in an absurd tone.

“I barely found something that fit, but Ulan said it was uncomfortable and tore it up.”

“Because it was uncomfortable.”

Ulan answers confidently.

Around that time, I sighed again at my shameless attitude, as if I didn’t know what my fault was. Ulan, who was looking around her, asked curiously.

“Where is Delia?”

“Preparations must be in full swing.”

“still?”

“Yes, she is a princess who has returned after a long time, and we also need to let her know that she has become an archmage, so there will be a lot to prepare in many ways.”

And one more thing.

There was a reason for the delay in preparation.

“Also, I heard that Princess Ludine will be attending this banquet. So, it can be said that the preparation time has doubled.”

“Right.”

Ulan nodded silently.

It means that you roughly understand it.

I was looking around the hall while waiting for Delia to arrive.

“ah.”

I faced a familiar face.

Young people with surprised expressions.

They were the ones who judged Ulan and Noah to be kidnappers, arrested them, and put them in prison.

Now that all misunderstandings have been resolved.

The rangers just bowed their heads.

“I’m really sorry!”

“I never thought you were a real friend of the princess.”

“I apologize for my rudeness!”

The three of them literally stuck their heads on the ground.

To the apology, which was full of strong sincerity, Ulan responded as if he didn’t care.

“I’m fine, don’t worry.”

“but… … .”

“You were just faithful to your duties as soldiers. So there’s no need to apologize.”

His answer was sincere.

Also, the Rangers of Arpen are heroes who faced the abyss together with Ulan in their past lives.

I have no intention of reprimanding you for this.

“Thank you for your generous generosity.”

“Thank you.”

They, too, seemed to have realized Ulan’s feelings and bowed their heads with sincerity.

After the time for one apology was over.

The rangers spoke cautiously.

“If you don’t mind… … .”

“Is it okay if we show you around?”

“This will be your first time attending Arpen’s banquet.”

An offer that there is no reason to refuse.

Also, it seemed like there was still a long way to go before Delia arrived, so I nodded willingly.

So the two set out, with their trusty guide leading the way. To fully enjoy the banquet of the Principality of Arpen.

Chapter 40. banquet

fantasy,