Book 1 Chapter 152

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"A relationship?"

"That's right. Since your admission… no. I've been investigating you since before your admission."

Kallian smiled faintly.

"You enrolled as a knight aspirant. That's natural, considering your maternal family is of Gerdinger."

It was not yet publicly known that Leo's maternal family was Gerdinger.

But it wasn't that difficult for the principal of Lumern to find out about a student's family background.

"But what's strange is that you didn't show your abilities as an All-Class before admission. It was after enrolling in Lumern that you excelled in magic and summoning. No, it wasn't merely excelling."

In theory, Leo reached a level equal to or surpassing the top students in each department.

As a knight, he displayed overwhelming skill and aura control ability.

As a mage, his understanding of magic formulas was exceptional, and in summoning, he even contracted with a Phoenix during his very first class.

Even just one of these would make it difficult to simply define him as a genius.

Furthermore, Leo was an All-Class, possessing all those abilities.

Amidst that.

Evidence that Kyle, the Hero of Beginnings, truly existed is being revealed one after another.

It began with Azonia's entrance exam during the summer vacation.

Until then, the prevailing view in academia was that the Hero of Beginnings and the Surviving Hero were merely namesakes.

But soon after it became known that Kyle's name actually existed in history, the existence of Kyle, the Hero of Beginnings, was proven.

"There are conflicting opinions in academia regarding what era the statue you saw belongs to, and whether it's based on historical fact."

Only Leo knew that the location was Gadshuron.

Ruina, Elena, and Hardin didn't know exactly where it was.

"But at the very least, the probability that Kyle, the Hero of Beginnings, might have actually existed has significantly increased."

Kallian smiled faintly.

"That's why I thought you, possessing abilities like Kyle, might have a connection to Kyle."

"A connection, you say?"

"You… have you ever conquered Kyle's Hero's World?"

At Kallian's question, Leo made a surprised face, then burst out laughing.

"No."

He calmly lied.

If Leo had conquered Kyle's world, Kyle's existence would be certain.

There were only two individuals in history who possessed All-Class abilities.

Kyle and Leo.

'Even though they're both me.'

Leo sighed inwardly.

'It's good that my actual existence has become known, but now is not the time.'

Erebus and Tartarus hated Kyle.

Furthermore, it was known that they were searching for and destroying the pages of the Great Heroes, especially Kyle's Hero.

In such a situation, if it were known that Leo had inherited Kyle's power, and Tartarus actively targeted Leo, there's no telling what might happen.

'They're certainly paying attention even now. If I become a full-fledged target in this situation, it's hard to handle it as I am now.'

He still lacked strength.

'I need to reveal the connection after I've at least recovered some of my power from my previous life.'

"So you were born an All-Class?"

"Yes."

"Haven't you always been deeply interested in Kyle? I heard you're planning to create a club to research the Hero of Beginnings."

He hadn't been able to participate in club activities during the first semester due to his academic schedule, but he had already applied for a club.

At Kallian's words, Leo shrugged his shoulders.

"Of course I'm interested. The Hero of Beginnings is the only known All-Class in history, after all."

At Leo's words, Kallian let out a "hmm" and a sigh.

Kallian, who had been looking at Leo for a moment, nodded.

"I see. I came here to ask about that."

With a groan, Kallian rose.

"Your body might not be fully recovered yet, but you can't keep missing academic schedules. You should attend classes starting tomorrow."

"Understood."

"Then take good care of yourself."

Kallian left the infirmary.

Elena, who remained in the infirmary, smiled faintly.

"Leo. Are you really not related to the Hero of Beginnings?"

"No, I'm not."

Watching Leo speak nonchalantly, Elena narrowed her eyes.

"I think there's a connection."

"Why do you think that?"

"A woman's intuition."

Elena smiled faintly, leaned back against the chair, and said coyly.

"Well, if you don't want to tell me, I won't press."

Saying that, Elena stood up.

"Leo. You said you had a favor to ask me before, didn't you? What is it?"

"You'll grant it?"

"Yes."

Watching Elena nod meekly, Leo tilted his head.

"What's the price?"

"None."

At Elena's words, Leo looked puzzled.

"Really? Why, all of a sudden?"

"Because I got curious."

Elena crossed her legs, rested her chin on her hand, and smiled.

"About where you'll go from here."

Her gaze, shining as she looked at Leo, was different from Elena's usual demeanor.

There was a strangely innocent side to her.

Eyes that purely admired someone.

It didn't suit the usual Elena, but Leo thought that side of her was age-appropriate and chuckled.

"Now you seem more like your age."

"And you. Do you know you're too much like an old man-child?"

Elena frowned and grumbled, then asked.

"So. What is it you want to ask me?"

"I want to enter the forbidden library."

At those words, Elena paused.

"The forbidden library?"

"Yes."

"The reason?"

"Because I want to know about the history of Hero Records."

"Because of this incident?"

"No. I've been thinking about it since before."

Elena stared intently at Leo.

To think he wanted to investigate Hero Records long before this incident occurred.

'Is it really just a coincidence? Or…'

Elena's eyes narrowed for a moment.

"Alright."

Elena nodded.

"It's not something I can decide on my own. But I'll try my best to get you in."

"Thank you."

Watching Leo bow, Elena tilted her head.

'Leo Plov. What exactly is his true identity?'

***

The next morning.

Leo, discharged from the infirmary, headed to his class.

He wasn't in perfect physical condition yet.

The wounds from Erebus's flames didn't heal so easily.

Leo felt pain throughout his body and let out a deep sigh.

Since class was about to start, the hallway of the classroom building was quiet.

*Drrrk-*

As Leo opened the door to Class 5 and entered, the eyes of his classmates fixed on him.

"Huh? It's the class president!"

"It's Leo!"

"Hey! Leo! They said you conquered the World of the Progenitor of Nebulae!"

*Woo-roo-roo-roo!*

His classmates swarmed around him.

Their eyes were full of curiosity.

And rightly so, as the World of the Great Heroes was like a dream that everyone yearned to conquer.

Since he had experienced the World of the Great Heroes, the first-years couldn't help but look at him with envious eyes.

"Did you meet Lady Luna?"

"She's beautiful, isn't she?"

"Say something!"

Looking at the classmates blocking his way, Leo spoke.

"Can I just sit down first?"

"Hey! Class 5's president is here!"

"Where? Where?"

"Hey! Leo Plov! Spill the beans!"

Before long, students from Class 4 and Class 6 also poured out, filling the hallway.

Many students had been eager to hear the story when they first heard the news, and as his hospitalization period extended, their curiosity only grew.

Related information was being controlled by Lumern's upper echelons.

And since no one dared to approach Elena, the other conqueror, to ask, it seemed everyone had been waiting for Leo to be discharged.

Chaos erupted throughout the entire first-year classroom building.

Seeing that, Leo sighed.

"Hmph! Didn't Senior Elena do almost all the conquering?"

"To be lucky enough to be there and then get attention as if it's a big deal."

"If I were with Senior Elena, I could conquer it too."

The grumbling voices of a few, sounding resentful, could be heard.

It was then that the students of Class 5 made fierce expressions at the jeering remarks from students of other classes.

"What nonsense."

A cold voice was heard.

Everyone's gaze turned towards it.

There, Duran from Class 1 was making his way through the crowd.

Duran looked at those who had been mocking Leo with an almost scornful gaze.

"Those who tucked their tails during the Gigantes incident have a lot to say now."

"What did you say?"

"Are you done talking?"

At Duran's words, the students who had been mocking Leo flared up.

Duran looked at them and grinned fiercely.

"Do you want to try me?"

*Fizzle-fizzle-*

Intense sparks flew from Duran's body.

Those who had flared up at Duran flinched, then subtly looking around, they slipped back into their own classrooms.

Duran was famous for his foul temper.

If things went wrong, he was the kind of guy who wouldn't hesitate to use force in this hallway.

Duran, looking at them with a disdainful expression, pushed through the crowd and stood before Leo.

Then he narrowed his eyes.

"Leo Plov. I heard the story. You conquered the World of the Progenitor of Nebulae, didn't you?"

"It just sort of happened."

Leo shrugged his shoulders.

The surrounding students showed nervous expressions at that sight.

Duran was famous as a student who would often burn with rivalry against Leo.

As much as he had overwhelming skill, his pride was also strong.

Because of that, he absolutely could not tolerate falling behind Leo.

"Isn't he going to challenge Leo to a duel to prove his skill, just because Leo conquered the Progenitor's World?"

"He's totally capable of that."

"He's usually cool and awesome, but when it comes to the class president, you never know what he'll do."

"…Iliana. Was that your type?"

"…! No, it's not?!"

The Class 5 students whispered.

While everyone was looking tense, Duran spoke.

"So. How was the Progenitor of Nebulae?"

"What?"

"I asked what it was like."

Contrary to his imposing expression and voice, Duran wanted to hear about Luna from Leo.

The Class 1 students, who had followed nervously, worried a fight might break out, looked deflated.

"Now that you mention it, when we went on the school trip, Duran bought all the elf items related to the Progenitor of Nebulae, didn't he?"

"It seemed like he personally liked the Progenitor of Nebulae."

"Since he's a prince, he probably has to do what he wants until he's satisfied."

As the Class 1 students whispered, Duran's chilling gaze turned towards them.

Then the Class 1 students all fell silent.

It was at that moment, as the entire classroom building erupted in commotion.

"What are you doing in the hallway?"

A cold voice was heard.

Everyone's faces stiffened.

"I'll give you 10 seconds. If everyone doesn't return to their respective classrooms, today will be a rather 'enjoyable' day."

"Aaaah!"

"Move! Move!"

"Duran! Don't leave us behind!"

At Harland's appearance, the entire first year fell into a panic.

The symbol of terror, known as Lumern's Wailing Wall.

Although no first-year student had yet been expelled by Harland, his terror was still palpable.

Students who had actually seen others get into trouble for breaking school rules never dared to upset Harland.

The Class 5 students also scrambled to their seats.

The problem was with the students who had come out of their classes and stood in front of Class 5.

Due to the large crowd, a bottleneck occurred, preventing them from returning to their classes.

Meanwhile, Duran, who quickly returned to Class 1 by running along the wall, was like lightning.

After 10 seconds, Harland lightly waved his hand.

The students' name tags tore off and flew into Harland's hand.

"Nooooooo!"

"Please, just this once! Professor Harland!"

The students' screams filled the hallway, but Harland didn't bat an eye, entered Class 5, and closed the door indifferently.

*Bang-!*

*Thump- thump- thump-*

While the Class 5 students sat with tense expressions, Harland walked to the center of the podium and placed the attendance book down.

Then, glancing at Leo once, he looked at the class and spoke.

"There's an announcement."

At those words, everyone looked puzzled.

"A joint class schedule has been arranged with students from other schools."

At Harland's words, all of Class 5 was surprised.

"What? With students from other Hero Academies?"

Harland shook his head at Teyd's question.

"No. Not students from other Hero Academies."

"Then?"

Harland picked up a piece of chalk.

*Tap- tap-*

After writing on the blackboard, he lightly dropped the chalk.

"It's a joint class with students from the three prestigious Class academies."

At those words, Class 5 began to murmur.

The three prestigious Class academies.

Knight Academy Icot.

Magic Academy Emerald.

Summoning Academy Skawn.

Academies that lead the pinnacle of each class.

But…

"They were the schools that were your second choice, for you all."

Harland said coldly.

"And… they are the schools you might end up going to after being expelled."