Chapter 60
The disciplinary committee response should be approached from three perspectives. First, secure the dominance of power. We need sufficient authority on our side. Professors and relevant personnel need to be secured. Second is logical superiority. The more favorable evidence or circumstances, the better. However, it should be noted that logic does not guarantee everything. Third is the dominance of public opinion. This is why I hoped for Ians performance. Well done. And I happened to find a decent piece of information yesterday Ill let you know about it later.
The day after the assessment.
Ian, who received a call from Silvia, was unexpectedly dragged to a cafe.
Two people are enough to meet in front of your home! Now its your turn to come to my place!
Silvia looked inexplicably angry.
As soon as he was dragged out, he was seated in a room deep inside the cafe, where Silvia suddenly briefed him on the disciplinary committee countermeasures.
Although he tried to concentrate immediately since the disciplinary committee was approaching the next day
Silvias face, which poured out calmly, turned slightly red.
Lets continue this story later. I have something I want to talk about briefly.
Flutter, flutter.
Gracefully fanning herself, she snapped it.
Arent you just letting random people of the opposite gender into your home?! Hmph!
Silvia, with an angry face, handed a paper bag to Ian without giving him a chance to respond.
I was going to refuse to give it but since it might go bad, Im giving it to you.
A pouty expression.
From Silvias perspective, she had failed twice to visit his home just to deliver this, and instead, unnecessary competitors were all she saw.
Meanwhile, Ian looked at the paper bag as if it were something amazing. Cold air was constantly flowing out from inside the bag.
Its a specialty product from the northern territory.
Can I take it out?
Of course.
Zip.
Inside the paper bag was a single piece of fruit.
But he was surprised.
A highly exclusive specialty only found in the northern region of the continent. Its called Ice Grape.
The visual of the fruit was similar to Shine Muscat Tanghulu. The difference was that the outer layer was ice, not sugar.
Looking at Ian, who was amazed, Silvias frustrated feelings disappeared. Instead, she even let out a pointless laugh.
Well, my pride
Suppressing the rising corners of her mouth, Silvia said.
Dont just stand there staring. Eat it quickly. It wont taste good if it melts.
Ill enjoy it.
Ian took a bite of the Ice Grape.
The crispy ice with a hint of sweetness crunched and shattered. Following that, the juicy flesh with a refreshing grape aroma burst out.
Wow.
How is it? Delicious?
Ive never had such a delicious fruit in my life.
Smirking.
Unable to hide the rising corners of her mouth, Silvia finally turned her head.
Hmph. Well, since you enjoyed it, I might give you a break this time?
A break? For what?
For nothing.
Feeling good, Silvia put an Ice Grape into her mouth and chuckled.
Its delicious Well, lets get to the main point.
Smoothly.
Silvia elegantly took out a piece of paper and a fountain pen from her bag.
Swipe, swish.
On the paper, two precisely drawn vertical lines divided the page into three sections.
At times like this, she truly seemed like a professional and noble lady.
Admiring her, Ian saw Silvias earlobes, which turned red as if embarrassed.
Silvia turned her head slightly and said.
First, secure the professors. Professor Violet, Professor Rowen of the Reconnaissance Department, and Professor Suzi Dismal of Pharmaceutical Magic whom Ian seduced will be of great help. This is amazing. When did you seduce professors like this? They are all women, too.
Its not like I seduced them. Dont say things that will cause trouble.
Ians body trembled.
Professors aiming for him as a research assistant.
They were weaving a web and aiming for him.
Oh, by the way, Dean Jan Bommel is also involved.
After the grade assessment, he apologized in a casual and generous manner for ignoring Ian and at the same time inquired about what he needed. Ian requested support from the disciplinary committee.
Hmm. I heard about the disciplinary committee. But since our student Sharon Pierce is involved, I cant support you. Instead, Ill definitely maintain neutrality.
When he conveyed his words, she was surprised.
Wow. Did Dean Jan Bommel really say that? Amazing.
Silvia was sincerely impressed.
Full support from three professors, and even the interest of the head of another department.
Starting from scratch, was there anyone other than Ian who can attract the attention of professors in such a short time?
At least among the people she knew, there was no one.
Hes really more remarkable than I thought.
Silvias gaze at Ian became even more intense.
Emilia Raymond, who moves the elites of the academy, is quite expected to have the upper hand.
Silvias fountain pen moved to the second compartment.
[ Obtain Evidence ]
You can actually say that this is our special move. The results of the evaluation that Ian requested will probably come out this evening.
And the last compartment.
[ Secure Public Opinion ]
I had my subordinates investigate briefly, and public opinion about Ian is not bad.
Hmm.
In the past, words that came to mind when thinking of Ian were hooligan, p*rvert, but now its changed to crazy guy, fun, curious. Its quite a positive transformation. Now you are undoubtedly the hottest potato at Lichten Academy.
Its quite formal. Almost at the level of Kor- well, my previous country.
Ians expression showed admiration.
Silvia tapped her chin.
Hehe. This kind of thing needs to be handled straightforwardly. We can use this as a basis to make more detailed plans, but
But?
Actually, theres one person who could be a great help.
Silvias eyes became more serious.
Theres someone who seems like they could be really helpful?
In a voice that seemed to suggest a difficult topic, Silvia asked carefully.
What do you think of Lina Rosewell?
I dont have any particular thoughts.
Although there was some unease about whether she was a v*rgin or not, now it seemed reasonable to consider that the possibility of her being the culprit was quite low.
Therefore, Lina was currently far from Ians attention.
Then. Just wait a moment.
Saying that, Silvia stood up from her seat.
She walked outside the room with a steady pace.
Then, a familiar voice reached Ians ears.
I-Ian.
Always confident and cheerful, a heroine of Fantasy X Academy.
Hi there?
Lina Rosewell looked at him with a slightly nervous and tense expression.
Linas expression was complex.
At first, she seemed tense, and a sense of guilt appeared in her timid posture. But her blossoming smile seemed happy.
Ian didnt know how to express that face.
Instead of standing there like that, come over and sit.
I-Is it okay to do that?
To keep standing?
Uh, no! Thank you.
Walking over, Lina hesitated and almost sat down as if her legs had lost strength.
Uh, hey. Why is this happening? Suddenly, my legs feel weak. Im sorry. Ill be back in a moment fгeewёbnoѵel.cσm
Ian sighed and grabbed her, gently placing her in the chair.
S-Sorry. Thank you.
Lina lowered her head deeply.
Then, after looking at him for a moment, she lowered her head again.
I-I finally met you. Im relieved. Ehehe
Muttering to herself, Linas eyes, visible between her lowered head, were filled with hope as if she had discovered an oasis in the desert.
What was she seeking hope from in Ian? The sudden curiosity faded away like dewdrops on the sand.
Ians current focus was not on Lina.
He looked at the clock.
Then he let out a small sigh.
Seeing this, Lina, shoulders trembling.
Ian asked, ignoring her.
So, whats the matter?
Uh there, um. I-I have something I want to say.
Can you say it as briefly as possible?
B-Briefly?
Yeah.
The hopeful expression from just a moment ago seemed to have disappeared.
Lina now wore an expression like a frightened puppy.
W-Well, I havent prepared to say it briefly. I-Im sorry, just a moment
Mumbling, Lina then spoke hesitantly.
S-So, you know? I, um I want to apologize to you. Yeah. I thought a lot about it. Th-that, you know, I thought I was wrong. I thought, maybe the kids were trying to push you away? But Im so sorry. Hmph I was wrong. Im sorry. I wanted you to punish me
Lina.
Hmphhuh?
I have a disciplinary committee tomorrow, so Im quite busy. Could you sum it up in one sentence?
Uh there, um I-I havent prepared to say it briefly. Im sorry, just a moment
Suddenly tears poured from her eyes.
Well, you know? I I want to apologize to you. Yeah. I thought a lot about it. Th-that, you know, I thought I was wrong. I thought, maybe the kids were trying to push you away? So, I thought, maybe I was wrong? I-I thought they were trying to frame you? But maybe not? I was so worried. I-Im sorry. I was wrong. I didnt understand. I-I ignored you, got jealous, attacked you. Im so sorry, really sorry
Tears suddenly poured out of Linas eyes.
Her sweet trembling lips were wet with tears, and her scratched leg, used to endure crying, turned bright red.
Ian watched Lina, who was shaking like a willow tree, with a calm gaze.
What should I say.
It didnt resonate.
Ian, who had been pondering for a moment, decided to speak honestly.
You know, Lina.
Hmm. Huh Yeah.
Since it seems better for both of us to be honest with each other, Ill tell you straightforwardly.
Hah yes, yes.
Your apology doesnt really hit me. I only get the impression that Lina feels sorry. Just because you say sorry doesnt mean my life is going to change.
Hugh!
So, sorry, but I cant accept it. If you have nothing else to say
Ian stood up from his seat.
There were still many crises to overcome before becoming sentimental.
If he couldnt resolve the disciplinary committee meeting scheduled for tomorrow, he would be expelled from the academy. Then, how would he deal with the main scenario that would unfold afterward?
He would distance himself from all the scenarios that would happen in the future, and a clear bad ending seemed to be the only future to hope for.
Perhaps the reason Linas apology didnt resonate was because of that. There was no room for sentimentality.
Therefore, Ian walked out of the room.
No, he tried to.
A leg that got in the way.
I-Ian
As he lowered his head, Lina grabbed onto the hem of his clothes.
Lina. I dont have time to deal with you right now.
Lina desperately shook her head.
S-sorry. Its not like that. Its not about me. Uh-huh. I get it now. Even if a worm like me apologizes, its just going to irritate you. I wont bother you. Instead, I, I can help. Silvia said so.
Ian silently looked down at her.
Lina continued urgently.
I, I can testify at the disciplinary committee. Give me a chance to prove that Im useful. In, in return
In return?
Ill work hard at the disciplinary committee. After that, can you talk to me at least once?
Ian looked at her for a moment.
A desperate and genuine gaze.
It was a gaze that couldnt be seen in Lina, who was loved and cheerful within the Fantasy X Academy.
Ian nodded silently.
T-thank you, really. Huhuh Thank you.
Tears welled up in Linas eyes.
A bleak and empty lodging.
Sharon, kneeling in front of a low table, slowly read the letter that came from her family.
In summary, it said:
Like all heirs, excessive economic support was not possible. Regrettable results in the grade assessment.
However, keep an eye on the Blackangers familys heir. There is someone among our acquaintances who is interested. Ensure that he receives full punishment for his crimes. It will be better for him to despair. He deserves such punishment. I will send someone to the disciplinary committee. Expect them to arrive the next morning.
Sharon clenched her teeth.
There seemed to be more talk about Ian Blackangers than about Sharon herself.
Why why.
Why did her family show more interest in Ian than in their own blood? Did they know that he had cursed Sharon?
There was no choice.
To claim their attention, there was no other way but to prove it.
The impending disciplinary committee.
This might be the last chance for her to catch the family heads eye.
Sharon clenched her fist, her hand cramping.
On the day of the disciplinary committee.
Underground of the Lichten Academy main building.
The place where the committee was located exuded a solemn atmosphere.
The interior design was intended to create an intimidating atmosphere for the purpose of making the suspect feel pressured.
Finally, is this tedious disciplinary committee the last one?
In front of the cold iron door.
Ians lips curled up slightly.
(TLN: Which one of you reported that 1* NU review, I enjoyed reading it from time to time *sigh*)
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