I'm an Ordinary Returning Student at the Academy

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Chapter 149

Why me? Why? Just why?

Roderick Fredericks, a full professor at the Imperial Academy and Selenas graduate advisor, clutched his head and screamed internally.

Despite his reputation for setting slightly difficult exams, he was considered a good professor by the students.

He had a pleasant personality, didnt harbor any sense of superiority despite being a noble, and most importantly, he had a tremendous passion for academics, as befitting a professor.

For these reasons, when Selena, the daughter of the Marquis of Nafplion, became his graduate student, Professor Roderick applauded and praised her enthusiasm for learning.

Some noble students saw the Academy as merely an extension of their social circles. This greatly displeased and frustrated him.

They were at the Empires most prestigious educational institution, the most glorious ivory tower, and what were they doing?

Instead of learning something to contribute to the Empire, they spent their time on meaningless social activities, which made him feel suffocated.

Then Selena chose to pursue graduate studies. Despite being the daughter of a Marquis, she was interested in pursuing a higher degree.

It just so happened that Professor Roderick specialized in Imperial history, and she also wanted to study history, so they smoothly became advisor and student.

From then on, he was passionate about his role as an advisor. He strived to set a good example for a student eager to learn.

Selena was keeping up well, and he was feeling quite satisfied when he heard the news.

Professor Roderick, Im not trying to belittle you or anything, but be careful.

What do you mean?

Selena Ifrit, the graduate student. I heard shes dating that young man.

That young man?

Karl Adelheit.

There was no response like Whos that? Of course not. No matter how much an Academy professor immersed himself in academics, there was no way he wouldnt know that name.

No, rather, as someone dealing with Imperial history, he should be more familiar with that name than anyone else.

A fair number of individuals have received the Imperial Medal of Honor in the history of the Empire. Most of them were common soldiers of common birth, but there were also a few noble recipients.

However, among them, not a single one, not even once, has had the honor of wearing it twice.

Perhaps its only natural. Half of the Medal of Honor recipients, no, more than half almost 70% received it posthumously.

Most of the remaining 30% received it while so severely injured that they could no longer fight. It was a miracle they were even alive.

So how could anyone receive it twice? Thats preposterous.

But it actually happened.

He received the Imperial Medal of Honor twice. Once for single-handedly breaking through enemy lines and rescuing hundreds of Imperial soldiers.

The other time, right after his discharge, he single-handedly stopped Luzernes elves from hijacking a train for a terrorist attack, saving hundreds of innocent Imperial citizens.

When Professor Roderick first heard the news, he thought, Am I hearing things?

The opponents were all elves. Even average elves were stronger than most Imperial soldiers, and he achieved such an unbelievable feat against elves trained as regular soldiers!

And he didnt even do it with other squad members, but completely alone!

Good heavens.

It was astonishing.

Nobles usually associated with other nobles, but he never imagined his graduate students lover would be the recipient of the Medal of Honor, not just once, but twice!

Perhaps that was the turning point. The graduate student, who had been simply admirable, started to seem different.

To be precise, it was because of the warnings he received from those around him, Dont push your graduate student too hard. Youll be in real trouble if you do. The military already treats him like a hero, and now shes the lover of someone the entire Empire knows!

He tried to remain indifferent. But Professor Roderick was also human, so he couldnt help but be affected. His graduate student was now engaged to a two-time Medal of Honor recipient!

I wish it had ended there. That was the limit of what I could handle.

Not long after, the Hyzens unexpectedly bestowed upon him an honor that was only allowed for elves.

The Legion of Honor medal being awarded to a human! Upon hearing this news, both Elven history researchers and Imperial historians cried out in astonishment, proclaiming it a momentous event.

Following that, a lost sacred relic of the Church suddenly came to light through Karls hands.

Even the 4th Diocese had half given up on it, but he found it and returned it to the Church.

Thanks to this, Karl became known as a benefactor or a Blessed One within the Church, receiving immense respect.Aall west chptrs on n.o./vli/n/(.)cm

Was this the end? No. This time, it was Lasker. Those knights, obsessed with their knighthood, relinquished their honor to him.

They personally requested that he safeguard the sword of the Twelve Knights until they regain their qualifications, promising to return for it someday.

Professor Roderick?

Eek! Se-Selena! What is it?!

Um I found the materials you asked for earlier.

Ah. Ah! I see! Haha! Thank you!

Every time Karls achievements soared, Professor Rodericks anxiety rose in direct proportion.

No matter how much of an Academy professor he was, in the end, such individuals were replaceable. There were many others like him.

But there was only one Karl Adelheit. Only one. In that situation, if that young man were to suddenly ask, Professor, youre not mistreating my fiance, are you? and confront him

Can I continue my life as an academy professor?

This was his worry until just a few days ago. Yes, until a few days ago.

< Lumenous Council Concludes. Canonization of Karl Adelheit, Heir to the County of Friedrich, to be Discussed Canonization Confirmed. However, the Timing to be Discussed Later >

The news that reached him was truly shocking. That young man had ascended to the ranks of sainthood. He had displayed the glorious act of receiving a miracle from the Goddess in the Holy See!

With a situation like this, if, just if, Karl were to look at him with arms crossed and say, Hmm

It wouldnt just be a matter of continuing his professorship

Can I can I even survive?

Yes, that worry is probably more realistic.

Professor.

Its Selena. It wasnt like this at first, but now just hearing her voice makes my heart pound.

Oh my. Do I really have to endure this for another two years? Cant she just graduate early? It would be great if grad school, like the Academy, allowed early graduation for top students?!

Ive organized and brought what you asked for last time. Do you have anything else for me to do?

Huh? Oh! No, nothing. Nothing at all.

Okay. Ill be in my research room, so please contact me if you need anything.

Even with such an incredible fiance, Selena never bragged or tried to use her influence.

Im grateful for that, but it also makes it even scarier. If she flaunted it, it would be easier to understand, but since shes like this, I have no idea where the line is that I shouldnt cross!

That professor made Brother Karls fiance suffer!

He dared to harm the one loved by the Churchs benefactor?! You heretic!

Burn him! Tear him apart! Bury him! Drown him! Oooooh!

Once again, Professor Roderick, who had briefly fallen asleep, woke up thrashing from a nightmare.

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Whats up? You seem to have a lot of free time lately?

Not really. Its just that I have more time to focus on my thesis, so naturally, I have some time to clear my head.

Thats strange. I remember Selena being very busy last semester.

Wasnt she also assisting her advisor in addition to preparing her own thesis?

Well, having more free time is good for both me and Selena.

By the way, I heard you had another audience with His Majesty.

Uh yeah, it turned out that way.

Youre really amazing. I bet youre the only heir in the history of the Empire whos had so many audiences with His Majesty and the Crown Prince.

Its not that big of a deal Im getting more medals, Selena!

Speaking of which, did you hear the news?

What news?

Huh? You havent heard yet?

What news? I have no idea what shes talking about.

The festival this time.

Ah.

Right. Its already that time of year. The Academys autumn festival. I experienced it once last year, and at that time

Hmm.

Karl?

Its nothing. Just thinking about last year.

I remember the time I crushed the Kanfras with freshly baked, piping hot bungeoppang and hotteok.

Their faces were quite a sight back then. The moment they flinched and backed away is still vivid in my mind.

Karl. Karl? Are you okay?

Huh? What?

No I mean, like last time.

I immediately understood what Selena was worried about. I hadnt fully recovered from the nightmares of the past. The sight of those bastards trying to harm those close to me again made my eyes turn red.

Its okay, Selena.

Really?

Really.

The good thing is that Ive gotten much better since then. I wont go crazy and beat those Kanfras to a pulp like I did back then.

Of course, Ill still be angry enough to break a limb or two and hand them over to the Special Affairs Department.

Anyway, the student council said they have a favor to ask of you for this festival.

Me? What kind of favor?

They want you to give a congratulatory speech before the start of the Academys autumn festival.

No, no A congratulatory speech at the festival! This is driving me crazy! Aaaaagh!

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