The Genius Professor Wants An Easy Life - Chapter 15.2
But I felt a sense of tension.
There was a reason.
At that moment, Chancellor Count Karak smirked with a sly expression.
“Student Van, no, you’re not a student anymore. I hope you didn’t get upset by the rejection. Huhu, I recognize the excellence of our Young Van, but there was no other choice.”
A crawling expression and tone.
However, I didn’t miss the underlying coldness in Count Karak’s deep eyes.
‘He’s not just a simple lackey.’
The final hidden boss of the Ruby storyline’s first-year segment.
That was Count Karak’s hidden identity.
A true villain.
‘…Whether I like it or not, it’s none of my concern.’
Dealing with that terrifying chancellor and bickering over the protection of Ruby Academy is the job of the ‘protagonists.’
‘After all, I’m just an extra. There’s no need to pretend to be on the same level as the chancellor.’
Faith and greed.
Justice and pure evil.
In the future, there will be numerous clashes at the academy, but I had no intention of fighting on either side.
My dream is to remain neutral, whether it’s the first, second, or third time around.
Then,
“Oh, memories of Young Van’s student days came to mind. How does it feel to be back at the academy after a long time? As a graduate and aspiring new professor, do you have any stories you’d like to share for the sake of the academy?”
I faintly furrowed my brow.
‘The test.’
Trying to peek into whether it would be a hindrance to myself.
‘I need to appear as harmless as possible.’
I rolled my eyes nonchalantly.
It’s a simple matter.
“Not at all.”
“Hmm?”
“Do I have any advice to offer? But the chancellor is leading the academy so well.”
However, the chancellor’s response was peculiar.
“Hoho, is that so? Hm.”
A somewhat unclear reaction.
“??”
“No, it’s nothing. Hoho, how did you become so splendid like this?”
Though I felt uneasy, the chancellor quickly returned to his usual fawning mode, waving his hand casually like a lackey.
“Oh, I’ve kept you for a long time. Unfortunately, I can’t observe your exam due to my schedule, but I’ll cheer you on. You know how I am towards Young Van, hehe? Oh, and please give my regards to the duke as well!”
I had no choice but to head to the exam site as the time approached.
* * *
“Hmm, fascinating.”
The chancellor’s eyes sharpened as he watched Van’s back.
The fawning atmosphere from moments ago had completely disappeared.
“For Van to change like that.”
An unexpected evaluation.
Just now, Van hadn’t said anything remarkable.
However, what caught Karak’s attention was a different aspect.
“The aura Van exuded. That’s not a fake.”
The charisma of the Dark Flame Dragon caused a stir once again!
Though he tried to play it down, the overflowing charisma involuntarily captured Karak’s discerning eyes.
Above all,
Do I have any advice to offer? But the chancellor is leading the academy so well.
This seemingly innocuous remark didn’t escape Karak’s notice.
As Van’s eyes spoke.
Infinitely arrogant and lofty.
Inside, he would say something like this.
The problem with this academy is you, Chancellor.
A surprising response.
Since he couldn’t openly blame the Chancellor, he expressed it the other way.
…Of course, it was a complete misunderstanding, but the arrogant gaze he just displayed inadvertently fueled such misconceptions.
“Hehe, yes, that’s correct. I’m the one who made Ruby Academy like this.”
Chancellor Karak shed a twisted smile.
“It seems the statement from the duke about Van changing in the letter wasn’t a lie.”
No, it was more than that.
Chancellor Karak looked at the conference hall where Van had disappeared.
“I’m curious about what kind of appearance he will show.”
He had no intention of getting involved in Van’s appointment exam.
Since the responsibility for Van’s affairs fell entirely on Valic, supported by the Rapalt Duchy.
“It’s impossible for him to pass.”
But just in case, if by some miracle it happens.
“I should keep an eye on it.”
The eyes of Chancellor Karak sparkled like a snake.
* * *
Ding dong.
As I entered the conference room, everyone’s eyes turned towards me.
‘There are more people than I thought.’
There seemed to be over 50 spectators.
‘Most of them seem to be followers of Duke Rapalt.’
Surprisingly, there weren’t many students or professors from the academy present.
In fact, this couldn’t even be considered a proper conference, so there was no reason to attend.
There were only a few professors who seemed to be under Duke Rapalt’s influence.
“I wonder if Van will be nervous and give a proper lecture.”
“He couldn’t even present properly in the academy.”
Mocking whispers filled the air.
Valic’s intention to embarrass me in front of many people was clear in their sarcastic remarks.
But inside, I chuckled to myself.
‘Sorry, but I’m used to such occasions.’
Working in sales involves more than just wandering around. Sometimes, I’ve stood on much larger stages for product presentations.
The charisma of the Dark Flame Dragon bolstered my confidence.
“Nice to meet you all. I am Van Ecclesia, invited as a lecturer for this conference.”
“!!”
Even my entrance had a dignified and refined tone.
The room buzzed with excitement, and Valic, with a subtly furrowed brow, welcomed me despite his initial intention.
“Welcome as our lecturer, Young Van. I am Professor Valic, who is in charge of chairing this conference.”
Valic’s gaze became intense.
Even though I unexpectedly deviated from the plan, his determination to put me in my place was visible.
“Young Van will lecture on the Unraveling of the interstellar fractal structure. Please evaluate the lecture after it concludes. Today’s evaluation scores will determine Young Van temporary professor appointment exam results.”
Most of the people gathered here were associated with the Rapalt Duchy. In other words, the likelihood of me passing was slim.
‘If it’s conventional.’
However,
“This week’s topic is a difficult topic in the magical field. We are truly looking forward to how Young Van will deliver the lecture.”
‘A difficult topic.’
The answer was here.
I stepped up to the platform.
“Before the lecture, I’d like to ask for one favor. Today’s lecture might be a bit challenging for you to grasp.”
The imposing voice of the Dark Flame Dragon echoed throughout the hall.
“For me, the topic is too simple, and I’m unsure how to adjust my explanation to meet everyone’s level of understanding.”
Shock and bewilderment spread across the faces of everyone in the hall.
Faces asking, ‘Is this guy insane?’
