Necromancer Academy’s Genius Summoner

Chapter 58

It was the same in Beginner Dark Magic, Necromancy, and even their first Hemomancy class.

The Kizen professors came up with a class curriculum that seemed to be thinking a lot about the Duel Evaluation.

Of course, Curses, the last class of the day, was no exception.

When I enter the class, the first thing I observe is the eyes of the students.

Said Bahil, dressed in a sophisticated pure white suit as always, while setting his felt fedora down onto the table.

Oh my. Theyre full of anguish today. It looks like you wont be able to concentrate in class. Shall I take a look at what you guys are thinking? Ahh, its the Duel Evaluation. The Duel Evaluation is the only thing on your mind right now!

Small laughter came out with Bahils humor.

I also graduated from Kizen, so I know it well. The fact that you have to fight against other Kizen students must be unnerving. But dont worry. Ill show you the way.

Bahil made his unique, trustworthy smile.

With just this class, Ill teach you how to quickly and safely subdue your opponent. You just have to trust and follow me.

The students eyes sparkled. Needless to say, the name Bahil had some sort of great halo that seventeen-year-old boys and girls couldn't even look up to.

I think the type of dark magic youll use shouldve been established to some extent by now. Lets divide todays class into two parts.

Bahil looked around.

Students who have clearly chosen the dark magic theyll use in the upcoming Duel Evaluation will need a curse specialized for support. Ill teach you the speedy Heavy Foot that can pressure the opponent quickly without burdening you.

A clamor broke loose among the students. It was a spell that wasnt written in textbooks.

Humans are creatures with a precarious sense of balance, standing up on their hind legs and walking with their backs straight. Just falling over makes most of their actions impossible. Heavy Foot restricts movement by exhausting only certain areas, including the opponents feet. If the opponent receives it strongly or moves too hard, theyll fall over. Of course, the advantage is that its a lot faster and lighter than Exhaust.

Bahil chuckled.

And to the students whore looking through textbooks right now, its only natural that you cant find it there no matter how hard you try. I refined it myself.

Woahh

The following one is for the students whore Curse aspirants or wholl mainly use curses in Duel Evaluation, as well as students who have not yet decided which dark magic to use. Im going to teach these students a remake of the Paralyze curse.

A remake of Paralyze! Yet again, it was a spell that wasnt found in textbooks.

Its less effective than Paralyze, but it can be completed faster through refinements made for actual fights. I also arranged it so that itd be effective with a combination of basic runes and formulas that first-year students can use right now. By stacking it up during battle, youll be able to produce the original spells effect.

Two options were given to the students.

Would they choose Heavy Foot, a weak but effective spell, or Remade Paralyze, a strong spell that allowed them to completely subdue their opponent?

Now then. Lets split up.

Bahil clapped his hands.

Students who come to the left will learn Heavy Foot, and those who come to the right will learn Remade Paralyze.

The students began to buzz around and split between the left and the right.

At this time, Bahils gaze was focused on only one person.

Now, Simon Polentia.

Madness was flashing in his eyes.

A genius like you must wear clothes that fit you perfectly. Curses are the best way to utilize your jet-black by 200%! Get rid of that old, outdated Summoning. Not even a fool would use Summoning as their main weapon in the Duel Evaluation! Dont you understand?

Bahil was biting his lip with an unusually tense expression on his face.

Simon, who was talking with Rick, Meilyn, and Camibarez, shortly changed his course.

Which way are you going! Of course, youd go right!

Simon came in with Meilyn on the left, and Rick and Camibarez were on the right.

Seeing Simons choice, Bahil strongly bit his lip.

He again chose Curses as the Sub rather than the Main.

Professor Bahil.

At that moment, when Bahil was becoming furious, he felt someones hand holding his shoulder.

As he turned around with his eyes full of madness, the gray-eyed assistant teacher brought her finger to her lips.

That face Youre making that face.

Bahils expression softened as if the anger was a lie, and his usual soft smile covered his face.

Oh my. I guess I got a little agitated. Thank you, Chehekle.

Its alright. This is my job. Other than that, your command, please.

Bahil straightened his tie.

You could see the assistant teachers rummaging through the formula designs of Heavy Foot to prepare to teach.

Send all the assistants to the right. Ill teach them Heavy Foot myself.

What? But last week you said youll be teaching Remade Paralyze!

I changed my mind.

This was a difficult situation.

The assistant teachers had been expecting to teach the Heavy Foot, preparing the materials all night.

Chehekle thought about persuading him, but he looked very firm.

He would die before he changes his mind, huh?

The assistant teachers would only obey the Professors orders. She bowed her head.

Alright, Professor.

Chehekle approached the assistant teachers preparing for class. They were setting up a mana projector and giving handouts to the students.

Hold on. Gather up, assistant teachers.

The assistant teachers gathered in wonder at the sudden assembly order.

Whats wrong? We need to start right now since its a two-hour class.

The Professor has changed his mind. Hes going to be teaching Heavy Foot.

Whaaaat?

Bahils assistants murmured in bewilderment.

Hey, thats absurd, big sis! We prepared for Heavy Foot, but if he changes it like this on the day!

Oh, this isnt right! Please persuade him, Senior!

Chehekle folded her arms.

You do know that hes not the person to listen to us trying to persuade him, right?

Is it your first time seeing the Professor being unpredictable? Stop whining and get ready. Ill try to do something with teaching Paralyze.

The assistant teachers laid down the materials, shoulders dropping, and moved on. 

While patting her juniors on the back to encourage them, Chehekle turned her gaze toward a boy sitting in his seat.

The reason why Professor is acting like that Would it be because of him?

While thinking that things would get tough from now on, for both her and Bahil, Chehekle turned her back.

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And just like that, including Curses, all classes were finished for today.

Rick went down to Rochest, and Meilyn and Camibarez headed to the womens dormitory. Simon sat alone on an empty bench, staring blankly at the sky.

A beautiful sunset was setting in the sky.

[What kind of thoughts are you so immersed in, Boy?]

As he was blanking out, Pier talked to him. Simon looked up at the sky and said,

Pier, does the Commander have to major in Summoning?

Pier chuckled.

[Not really! If you want to choose Combat Magic, I can run the Legion myself! Its purely your choice whether the Legion goes down as a secondary and you focus on your natural power! The Legion will respect that will!]

After Simon stayed silent for a moment, Pier grinned.

[Why? Did you expect me to stop you?]

Simon made a guilty face.

No, its just that

Simon let out a huge sigh.

Everyone says it. That Summoning is weak. Its outdated. Other professors and students, and even Professor Aaron, who teaches Summoning.

[So Are you going to stop Summoning??]

Quitting Summoning.

Simon felt a strong repulsion welling up in his heart.

[Perhaps that feeling is how you really feel.]

Pier chuckled.

[In my opinion, Boy, you like Summoning! Although youre the type of person who likes to learn new things and feel a sense of accomplishment, your feelings for Summoning are unique. Do you really need the Legion to find a reason to continue Summoning?]

Simon couldnt deny a word.

[However! That mustn't be what youre agonizing about!]

What?

[Boy! Your thoughts and values are already established! Its not like you to think about whether to give up Summoning just because of other peoples comments! Something less than that. Something a little more trivial and insignificant than that!]

The corners of Piers lips went up high.

[Dont you just have the mentality of wanting to win this Duel Evaluation with Summoning alone?]

!

Simon looked down at Piers clone with a shocked look. Then, he let out a small sigh and smiled.

Woah, I really cant fool you, Pier.

[Kuhehe!]

Dont you think its stupid? I dont know when Ill be mature. Theres a better way, but I keep wanting to win with Summoning

[Why do you think that is?]

Just, it pisses me off. Summoning is weak. It takes time. Support from other majors is required. Summoning alone cant win. Its all Ive heard all day. From assistant teachers, Rick, professors, and even Toto, a Summoning aspirant.

Simon crossed his arms.

Its not my major yet, but it pissed me off a little. That Summoning is treated like that.

[But youve always chosen the most effective paths. I see. You agonized over it because those two notions collided.]

Yes.

Simon stood up and brushed off his pants.

[So, whats the result of your agonizing?]

At least for now, Im going to chase my dream.

Simon grinned.

Imagine, Pier.

The people, everyone, were denying it.

If he really won the Duel Evaluation with only Summoning in front of such people

Dont you think its gonna feel damn good?

[Kuhahahahahaha! Yeah! Thats it!]

Pier laughed out loud.

[To be willing to walk a path that others dont! That act itself is special and valuable! Moreover, theres no reason for you not to when you have the ability and talent to pull it off!]

A blue flame swirled up from Piers clone.

[Remember, Boy, youre none other than the Commander of the Legion I chose! Dont hesitate to cross the line drawn by small fries with the strength of a shark! Do whatever you want!]

Yes, Pier.

A light-hearted smile finally formed on Simons lips.

Now, I have definitely made up my mind.