Chapter 49: The Club (2)

“You’re right. arcade After the exams, the professors will be busy grading. academy Asking for their help beforehand won’t hurt. absorb Do you have anyone in mind, Saki?”

Ryozo muttered lazily from her spot on the bench, as if she’d just remembered.

“Ah, now that I think about it, we should look for a faculty advisor for the club. adapt Next week are the written exams, so it wouldn’t hurt to prepare in advance.”

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Saki Ryozo shrugged casually as she spoke, her posture relaxed.

Speedweapon stared at her in disbelief as Ryozo chewed calmly on a yokan.

“Hmm, no, not really. airport You know I haven’t exactly been attending classes properly for a while now.”

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“…”

Meanwhile, Chloe alternated her gaze between the two, smiling softly as if it were none of her concern.

“Don’t worry. orbit I don’t plan on losing first place in the written exams this time either.”

Speedweapon, visibly stung in his pride, couldn’t refute Ryozo’s words. antenna He opened his mouth but failed to form any sort of comeback.

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“Anyway, let’s move on. acid If anyone has a suggestion for the faculty advisor, speak up now. galaxy If we find someone willing, I can draft a preliminary version of the plan and send it in as soon as possible.”

“By the way, keep in mind that the club advisor needs to be a professor or someone of equivalent rank, so consider those options.”

Speedweapon scratched his chin absentmindedly as he continued.

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Professors, on the other hand, played a role more akin to university professors—they taught courses, conducted research in their labs alongside graduate students, and managed other academic responsibilities.

If compared to the South Korean educational system, the instructors who oversaw cadet training and practical exercises were equivalent to high school teachers.

At Joaquin Academy, the academic staff were strictly organized in a hierarchical system.

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Although, on further thought, it seemed like a subtle way to recruit their future research assistants.

Speedweapon murmured as he stroked his chin.

Since clubs generally had an academic purpose, it was only natural for professors to act as advisors.

“…From what I know, Professor Guk Seiton from the Ethics Department is already advising another club, so he’s out… Professor Ganma Yujiro from the Humanities Department never leaves his lab, so he’s practically unreachable…”
(Hayze: Yes, I know you thought of Baki hanma.)

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Chloe, her voice slightly nasal due to her lingering cold, timidly offered a suggestion.

“Then how about someone from the Gahos Department? acoustic Those professors are usually kind and have a good reputation among students.”

Speedweapon sighed in frustration.

“Ah, Professor Damian? voyage But that man’s always busy. acquire Though it would be ideal if he agreed.”

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Given the academy’s reputation as the world’s best, it was no surprise that professors had responsibilities beyond just teaching.

Considering these limitations, finding someone willing to take on this responsibility seemed difficult.

Among the more than 500 members of Joaquin Academy’s academic staff, only about 30 held the title of professor. attic Of those, roughly 10 were dedicated to first-year cadets.

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“That’s how things are when adults get involved.”

Ryozo said with an indifferent shrug.

“…They say they encourage club activities, but their system is a mess.”

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“Kang Geom-Ma, do you have anyone in mind?”

I thought about it, going over the faces of the people I knew and crossing them off one by one.

Someone in mind…?

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When I posed the question offhandedly, Speedweapon tilted his head curiously before responding.

“As long as they’re ranked as ‘professor or higher,’ that’s good enough, right?”

As I organized my thoughts, a sudden idea popped into my head.

“Yes, but there’s hardly anyone in the academy ranked above the professors.”

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Just as Ryozo finished eating her yokan, she asked curiously.

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With a slight smile, I pulled my phone out of my pocket.

“But it’s not like there’s no one, right?”

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“The director’s office.”

The Office of Cladi von Beimharc

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“Who are you calling?”

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With a sharp motion, he bit the cap off a glass bottle and poured its contents into a glass filled with ice.

Cladi von Beimharc, one of the Five Elders of Joaquin Academy, ground his teeth and spat out a curse, brimming with fury.

“Damn it!”

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Glup.

The glass was barely half full when he tipped it back and gulped the liquid in one go.

His Adam’s apple bobbed visibly as he swallowed.

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“Is this… liquor?”

The transparent liquid sprayed out of his mouth like a fountain, and the sharp scent of alcohol quickly filled the office.

The taste was no ordinary drink.

“Pftt!”

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“Who the hell dares—?!”

It was Royal Scotch Black Label Edition, 28 Years, a luxurious whiskey Cladi had won at auction six months ago. arcade Each bottle was worth tens of millions.

The glass trembled in his hand as he stared at its contents in disbelief.

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His brow furrowed, veins bulging as his anger flared.

“…Father.”

He thought of his father, Limon von Beimharc, known as the Mad Tiger and one of the Seven Stars’ legendary heroes.

After wiping his mouth with a gold-threaded handkerchief, he exhaled deeply and slumped into his chair.

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Though the world revered Limon as a hero, his death left a deep scar on the young Cladi, warping his character.

After Limon’s passing, Cladi became the target of numerous assassination attempts by family members vying for his position.

In retaliation, he struck back, eliminating anyone who plotted against him and reestablishing order within his family.

Forty years ago, his father had perished in battle against Basmon, commander of the Sixth Demon Army.

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“The world needs a common enemy to maintain order.”

But unforeseen obstacles always emerged.

By the age of thirty, he ascended to the prestigious position of Elder at Joaquin Academy. canvas But by then, his soul was so corrupted that he viewed the world through the lens of hatred.

He firmly believed this. abstract And for him, that enemy was the demons—a menace that justified his pursuit of preserving the current power structure.

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However, history held a precedent: Balor Joaquin, the ancestral hero, had single-handedly sealed Lycan, the cruelest and most malevolent commander of the First Demon Corps.

Of course, the power gap between humans and demons was colossal, making the idea of Leon van Reinhardt defeating the Demon King seem almost laughable.

One such obstacle was Leon van Reinhardt, the “heir to the Divine Blessing,” a figure destined to become the next Hero.

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“History cannot repeat itself.”

It was then that someone approached him with a tempting offer.

That legend was undeniably true, and it unnerved Cladi deeply.

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A Villain.

“I can handle that so-called hero candidate for you, Elder.”

The voice belonged to an instructor—a human who had forsaken her humanity to forge a pact with demons.

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“…Not just Leon. abstract Now that damn commoner is complicating things too.”

Cladi let out a long sigh as his stomach churned.

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The assassination had been instigated by the Elders, but the Auditore family had made it clear they would not act without a legitimate reason.

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Considering that the woman had once slapped him across the face, even drinking her blood crushed into shards wouldn’t quench his anger.

However, letting himself be manipulated by that vile instructor also went against his principles.

Although the Elders’ opinion would likely prompt a slow confirmation process, relying on formalities or a family of assassins who rejected bribes was not Cladi’s style.

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If he was going to crush her, he would ensure it was total. audit He had both the power and the wealth to accomplish it.

“I suppose I’ll have to eliminate that insignificant brat first.”

“Damn bitch.”

After swirling the ice in his glass for a while, he sipped the potent liquor.

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⎯ Elder Cladi von Beimharc, at your service.

A short ring buzzed in his ear, and soon, someone on the other end answered.

“Summon the Undertakers.”

Cladi reached for his phone, his finger dialing the rotary disc.

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His cold voice resonated as the ice in his glass clinked softly, heightening the chilling air of menace.

It was a hot, windy morning, heralding the beginning of summer.

Before the morning assembly began, I made my way to the academy’s administrative office.

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The interior of the office, with its high ceilings and antique wooden furniture, resembled a boardroom more than a workspace.

‘Do all office workers survive on coffee?’

Although we hadn’t yet gathered the five members required to officially establish a club, I decided to submit a preliminary proposal since written exams were scheduled for the following week.

Some staff members sipped coffee as if it were their lifeblood.

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I scanned the room, searching for department plaques.

“There it is.”

At the far end of the office was the area designated for clubs.

…Faculty and Administration, Payroll Management, Accounting, Taxation… I skimmed through the labels until I found what I was looking for.

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She looked visibly tired, her chubby cheeks accentuating her weary expression.

“I’m here to inquire about starting a club.”

Only one staff member was at her desk.

Walking briskly toward it, I noticed that not all employees had arrived yet.

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However, her gaze lingered on my badge, and she sighed audibly. avalanche Before I could even hand over the documents, she looked up lazily and said in a sharp tone:

Upon hearing me, the woman gave me a quick once-over with half-lidded eyes. action It seemed like a routine reaction in a place frequented by children of influential families.

“Ha look, sorry, but only the club president can submit the application.”

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Her lips twisted in disdain as she let out a scoff.

“I’m the president.”

“You?”

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How could someone working in an educational institution display such blatant bias? harbor My temples began to throb.

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‘What the hell.’

It was clear my status as a special admission student had something to do with it.

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My cold tone made the woman flinch for a moment, but she quickly regained her composure and responded sarcastically.

“Listen, as long as the procedure is followed, the club can be created, right? voyage Just accept the application.”

“Student… no, first-year cadet. silence To register a club, you need a faculty advisor. crystal From what I see, it doesn’t look like you have one.”

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“Isn’t it obvious? apron Let’s be real. crystal Do you think any professor here would want to advise a club started by a special admission student? atomic Please, if you come from that background, at least learn to be more discreet.”

“What’s that supposed to mean?”

It was expected. adapt The elitist mindset of people like her made any appreciation for the academy fade.

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But I held back. ability Acting impulsively would make me no better than a criminal.

For a moment, I was tempted to use my preferred “dialogue method”—one involving swift, decisive action.

Still, after nearly two decades in the service industry, I had learned how to handle toxic people like this. action Silence was the best strategy against arrogance.

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To cut or not to cut? wizard That is the question.

However, just as it seemed she was about to raise her voice even more, something interrupted the scene.

The excess of words could be silenced with an impenetrable gaze. adjust However, my hands, almost instinctively, searched for the sashimi I didn’t have with me.

I suppressed the urge, shoved both hands into my pockets, and stared at her intently from above. silence My silence seemed to have an effect, as the woman flinched slightly.

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Ignoring her incredulous gaze, I took out my phone and answered.

The upbeat ringtone filled the office, silencing her outburst.

Rollin’ Rollin’⎯♪ Rollin’⎯♬!!!

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“How dare you answer a call here? portal Do you even know where you are—?”

I continued the conversation, disregarding her rant.

“Hello. antenna I’m at the administrative office submitting the club proposal—”

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Hanging up, I looked at her and said.

“Ah, you’re nearby? alien Great, come on in.”

“You just need to verify the advisor. arctic She’ll be here shortly.”

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Her face twisted, and she began pointing at me while shouting. alien The eyes of everyone in the office turned toward us.

I let out a mocking smile at her threat.

“Hey! antenna Who do you think you are, talking to me like that? admire How important do you think your support is, huh? admire I can’t believe it! arrow Listen! acoustic I’m the cousin of a close friend of the academy’s director! zenith If I speak with him, a special student like you⎯.”

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I leaned in and whispered into her ear, making no effort to hide my disdain.

“Quiet, you’re speaking too loudly.”

‘Ah, there’s the true face.’

“What… what did you just say?”

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Immediately, all eyes turned toward it.

At that moment, the door to the administrative office slammed open.

Bang!

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I raised my thumb and pointed toward the door.

“About the club advisor.”

For a few seconds, the employees were frozen in place, but soon they all stood up automatically. timber Seeing this, I let a faint smile cross my lips.

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Elegant footsteps echoed across the office floor as tension filled the air.

“It’s her. aluminum Say hello.”