How To Live As An Academy Extra Villain

106 – Acceleration (10)

There were several sparring locations at the academy. And the main sparring hall, as its name suggests, was the largest and the place where lectures were mainly held.

The main sparring hall was located on a wide flat area between the multi-story stone towers of the academy. Also, due to its location, the main sparring hall was clearly visible from the top of the stone pagoda building where each classroom was located.

When sparring time coincided with other classes’ breaks, there were always students watching the sparring game through the window or rooftop.

On the other hand, this was also the Academy’s intention. This means watching and learning from others whenever you get the chance.

So, those who had family ties were not very keen on the intention, but they were only a small part of the numerous academy students.

“Casifer, win!”

As the sparring progressed, the number of winners and losers piled up. Today, the loser’s face was particularly dark.

Those who heard the story of the warrior and the holy sword were still boiling over with their passion for victory, and this was expressed in sparring that was twice as intense as usual. In today’s sparring, it was difficult to find a decision card, and a significant number of students were taken to the treatment center.

However, Professor Cadrick, who was in charge of the sparring, did not restrain such intensity at all. Is it because it happened because the parties wanted it to happen under a fair dispute?

It is quite absurd to see him nodding his head as if he is satisfied with his passion.

“Then next… hahahaha, I’m looking forward to this. Eugene! And Edwin! Come forward!”

Cadric, who was flipping through the papers, had a big smile on his face. As he loudly called out Eugene’s names, small exclamations erupted from the students here and there.

Unfortunately, around the time of Eugene and I’s sparring, I heard the bell ringing in other classes, signaling the end of the lecture.

Dozens of people were already standing on tiptoe around the sparring hall, and there were quite a number of people watching the sparring from the top of the tall stone pagoda or the steps of the stairs. Even in buildings where A or B classes are located.

I usually don’t pay much attention to sparring between lower classes, but the faces of the sparring parties seemed to arouse my interest in many ways. It is a confrontation between a commoner student who is by far the most famous among first-year students, and a student who was disciplined for bullying him and his friend.

Because the composition was so clearly different from each person’s perspective, the cheers of those watching the sparring were as passionate as ever.

“Edwin! Show a lesson to this guy who doesn’t even know the subject!”

“Yes! Don’t let him climb up again!”

“Eugene! Cheer up! You are our hope!”

“This time, flatten the bridge of your nose…!”

Before sparring, I took a quick look around. Thanks to Lakisia’s enhanced vision, even the images of those far away were clearly visible.

Patricia in a 2nd grade non-academic classroom far away. The sight of her holding both hands together is very earnest.

Claudia is among the Class A students, and Iris is a little far away.

Claudia was grumpy and Iris had no facial expressions, but their gazes never separated from the sparring room.

Familiar faces were seen in the crowd around them.

Although she has already won the sparring match, Selene is fidgeting and looking at me.

Even Sicella, who was just smiling brightly.

She wasn’t very happy because she felt like a fighting dog, but she didn’t even think about abstaining.

Avoiding Eugene was something I did every day, and I had too much to lose by doing that in Dalian as well.

Giving up sparring without any reason is truly the most shameful thing. If I did something like that, my reputation would probably plummet through the roof.

And on the other hand, I thought it was a good opportunity.

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Last time, I defeated an enemy that did not meet the standard of a necromancer, but it was not my pure skill that caused him a fatal wound, but the help of the compatibility of Purifying Fire.

So, it was necessary to check the original skills that had been honed in the family and the academy, and Eugene could be said to be a very good opponent.

“Edwin. Are you planning on using a sword? Not magic?”

“Yes.”

“Hmm…That’s right…Let’s just stay still…”

In the academy’s sparring, the parties can freely choose between weapons and magic, but in first-year sparring, magic can be said to be at a significant disadvantage.

This is because we are not yet familiar with controlling the distance to the opponent and have not properly mastered high-speed chanting, so our practicality is quite low. If the opponent has considerable military power, the shortcomings are even more highlighted.

As I picked up the wooden sword with that thought in mind, Cedric looked at me with slightly surprised eyes.

Cedric frowned as if he didn’t like it and muttered something to himself. Then he looked at me and Eugene alternately and said.

“If it’s okay with you, I’d like to make a suggestion. Would you listen?”

“What is it?”

“Why not try sparring with a real sword?”

The answer came first from the audience, not from us. Due to the protests of the students who heard the crazy noise, Dalian quickly turned into chaos. Sisela’s smile also broke, and Selene was in tears.

But Cedric didn’t care at all and looked at us again and continued speaking.

“If it’s your level, the real sword may actually be more helpful in improving your skills. You may only get a small scratch, but if it’s that bad, you’ll be able to recover quickly at the treatment center. What do you think?”

“…Good.”

“I like it too!”

When I accepted Cadric’s proposal, Eugene added to her words as well. We immediately put away the wooden sword and instead picked up a long sword with a black blade.

His suggestion was something I did not expect. Of course, if you want to fully demonstrate your skills, a real sword match is better. Also, it may not happen, but if a life-threatening situation arises, Cadric will intervene right away.

Yujin and I went out onto the sparring grounds again. The noisy surroundings soon became quiet, to the point where even the occasional sound of swallowing could be heard.

“Look at both sides. Say hello.”

Following Cedric’s instructions, we approached closer. And we exchanged formal greetings.

“…I will never lose to you.”

“…Ha.”

I tried to keep the conversation as quiet as possible in order to maintain composure, but my efforts were in vain due to one comment Eugene made.

The moment I heard that voice up close, I was filled with the unique discomfort I felt toward Eugene and the gang. Anger welled up inside, and the hand holding the long sword was filled with strength.

We sat back and took our seats. An expression of tension was evident on Eugene’s face as he adjusted his posture. On the other hand, a firm determination was also visible. Like a warrior facing a great evil.

Suddenly I have that thought. Even if it’s just me, what is that guy’s reaction? No matter how I look at it, I don’t think the feelings I have for the other person are ever behind me.

Other than perhaps myself, the person in this world who knows Eugene best is definitely me.

The story of the world in which he is the main character still remains in my head.

But what on earth is that three-dimensional personality? Why is it depicted in the story, and why did so many people who saw the story rate it so highly?

It is natural that a person’s entire personality cannot be understood in just a few lines of text, but even taking that fact into account, it is still not easy to understand.

Is it because of his personality that he shows such emotions towards me and certain people? By his standards, which are described as dichotomous between good and evil, have I already become evil?

If there was a personal interaction, we might be able to find out more, but unfortunately, that hasn’t happened so far. It will be the same in the future as well.

I can assure you that neither I nor he has a single thought like that.

We are destined to cross paths forever.

“Get ready…Begin!”

As soon as Cadrick’s signal went off, Eugene rushed towards me. That animalistic speed is definitely amazing. It was even the illusion that the sound could not keep up with his speed.

-Chang!

The clear sound of metal clashing against metal echoed throughout the sparring hall. He attacked from above and countered from below.

-Kagak!

He sent the attack with his weight to the side and stabbed the long sword forward.

This time, Eugene blocked my attack with his side blade. The tip of his sword barely grazed his arm, and blood spattered slightly. Shouts and sighs erupt from the audience here and there.

-Chang!

“I will never lose to you…!”

Yujin shouted at the same time as the attack. His eyes are full of a burning sense of justice.

I blocked the attack from below, but this time his sword slightly pierced my thigh. I thought I could vaguely hear someone yelling ‘No!’ From the audience. A familiar light green girl immediately came to mind.

“For the sake of my friends…! Even for the sake of those who supported me…!”

-Chang!

-Kagagak!

The attack and defense made a first step forward. Before we knew it, the area where the heads of the house were aiming at each other’s swords was gradually getting closer to the vital point.

But Cadrick did not hold back at all. He was just nodding his head as if he was happy. I could clearly hear him licking his lips while looking at me.

“It’s a shame. It’s such a shame… That thing is going to the Department of Magic…”

-Chakang!

After a few minutes of discussion, what I felt was that ‘it was more worth doing than I expected.’ The propaganda itself is a bit surprising.

Obviously, Eugene’s talent was heaven-sent. Although his swordsmanship was still disorganized and sloppy, his wild and raw movements offset all that. He attacked me from all sides like a fierce animal.

But it was not at all impossible to catch up. Lakisia’s eyes captured every single one of his attacks and provided me with information about his next move.

The sparring proceeded with me letting go of his attacks and occasionally launching counterattacks. However, as the sparring continued for more than a dozen rounds, cracks finally began to appear.

My eyes were still catching up with the speed, but the load was gradually accumulating on my body. Eugene’s attacks became even more fierce, as if he had sensed it with his animalistic senses.

And at first, it was just to test my skills, but now that I’ve come this far, I feel even more regretful about the elusive victory.

As time passes, the possibility will become even lower. The rumor that Eugene obtained the Sword Master’s sword must be true.

If you are aiming for a thrilling victory with the sword, your only chance is when he has not yet absorbed the sword.

-Chang!

As he was trying to defend against Eugene’s attack and let those thoughts go, a fact suddenly passed through his mind like an electric current.

I think there might be a way.

Kang!

I tried to think about it for a while, but Eugene wouldn’t leave me alone. I was losing strength little by little, and there was little time left to think rationally.

-Boo!

Pushing him away with a large attack using his weight, he regained his stance. The series of processes was led by the body, not the head.

Eujin, too, must have sensed the end, as he gathered all his strength into one point and prepared to break through me. He then looked at me and made his final declaration.

“…Be prepared! With this strike…!”

-Changerang!

-Changerang!

But our sparring ended in a very meaningless manner.

Suddenly, the fingers holding the sword were forcibly released, and the longsword I was holding was instantly thrown to the ground.

When I looked at the other side, I saw that Eugene was just looking at his longsword with an expression of confusion.

“What on earth is this…! A real sword sparring between first year students! Cadric! Are you crazy? And…Oh my god, why are they…!”

The people who approached while shouting were Merisa, a third-year professor of martial arts, and Kayara, a second-year magic professor.

While Mary Sa was arguing with Cadric, Kaya Ra stretched out her arm and retrieved her longsword.

The floating swords were lifted into Kayara’s hands, one by one.

“Merissa…Please tell me…”

“Quiet! You guys go back. Today’s sparring ends here.”

Professor Mary Sa turned to us and ordered her dismissal. Then he grabbed Cadric by the collar and disappeared outside the sparring hall in an instant.

The students dispersed, feeling disappointed about the disorganized match. Suddenly, Eugene was surrounded by his friends and was nowhere to be seen.

Selene breathed her sigh of relief, and Sisela returned her natural smile.

The hot-button sparring ended with no winner or loser, and not long after, there were rumors that Professor Cedric had received disciplinary action, including a pay cut and probation.