Book 1 Chapter 378

“Hoo-”

Kirin, the master of Shadow who exhaled smoke, muttered while watching the exchange unfolding through the magic video.

"Interesting."

'Did Reina Flix train him separately?'

Reina Flix.

A figure who rose from the shadows to become the principal of Rumern, an individual who became a global issue.

And the controversy surrounding her was ongoing.

Shadows did not have a positive image among people.

Shadow's mission was to protect the world from the shadows.

Among them are those who escort heroes who will lead the world, and those who track down and eliminate traitors.

Most of Shadow's work took place in the dark, but some revealed their actions.

Shadows who chased and brutally annihilated traitors as an example.

The image of Shadow that people had externally was created by those shadows.

That was why many people had deep misunderstandings and fears about Shadow.

With such a Shadow as the principal of Rumern, the story that the principal should be changed externally was constantly discussed.

Of course, Altechieron, the chairman of Rumern who directly appointed Reina as principal, ignored those opinions.

The reason Reina became the principal of Rumern was very simple.

It was because she was strong.

As a principal, the Rumern principal must lead students and serve as a role model.

However, a more important mission than that was the military power as a guardian who could protect the school.

Altechieron, and Halind and Sedzen, who have been teaching at Rumern for the longest time, judged that no one was more perfect as a guardian than Reina, even though they were shadows, and offered her the position of principal.

And the same shadows knew Reina's legendary anecdotes even better.

She was a legend among shadows.

Kirin, the shadow lord of the south, had also heard her stories.

'Given Reina Flix's personality, I don't think she would have trained him separately.'

Kirin narrowed his eyes as he looked at Leo.

'That kind of atmosphere isn't built in a day or two.'

Kirin, being a shadow himself, could tell.

That Leo was a born judge.

'So, it's understandable that the princess is so smitten?'

Kirin, letting out a chuckle, stood up.

'It would be rude to keep the master of Shan waiting any longer.'

Kirin disappeared into the darkness.

***

"Haaap!"

With a loud roar, Borman's large fist flew towards Leo's face.

A fierce attack as if to crush Leo's face.

In response, Leo clenched his fist.

Koo-ng!

Leo's fist and Borman's fist collided, producing a heavy sound.

A pure strength fight without using aura.

Anyone would have thought that Leo, who was smaller in physique, was at a disadvantage.

However, Leo did not move an inch from the posture in which he threw his fist.

Seeing that, Borman snorted.

"My blood is boiling! The spirit of facing me head-on without backing down! Truly befitting the man called the strongest in Rumern!"

Excited, Borman began to rain blows on Leo.

Puh-bu-bu-bu-bu-bu-buk!

Leo blocked all of Borman's attacks and lunged forward.

Kuhng-!

"Uh?!"

Borman's body staggered from the impact far beyond imagination.

Hwaak-!

Leo spun and struck Borman's temple with his heel.

Ppuk-! Kwahng-!

Borman's body, hit by Leo's kick, slammed into the ground.

As Borman's heavy body collapsed, everyone's eyes widened.

Teop-!

"Hoohoo."

Borman got up, propping himself on the floor.

"Amazing…! Amazing!"

'I thought he'd fainted? He has incredible resilience.'

"Don't overdo it? If you push it further, you'll see blood."

"Overdo it?"

Borman smirked.

"I am a great warrior! A great warrior like Arion! One who walks the path of valor like Azonia!"

Kwahng-kwahng-!

Borman struck his chest and shouted.

"Lord Arion said! Wounds will soon make me stronger!"

'That's something I said.'

Leo made a disgruntled expression.

It was what Kyle had told warriors who were injured and frustrated after a great battle.

In later generations, it seemed to have been distorted into something Arion said.

"Fighting you will surely make me stronger! Haaap!"

Borman charged towards Leo.

Leo bent his knees.

Hwaak-!

In an instant, Leo's body disappeared.

At the same time, Borman, who was charging, stopped abruptly.

Tak-!

Leo, who had landed behind Borman at some point, pushed Borman's standing back.

Kuhng-!

With a heavy sound, the unconscious Borman fell.

"Excellent."

Leo said blandly.

Borman was a powerful individual despite being a second-year student.

However, his opponent was just too bad.

Leo, watching Borman being carried away on a stretcher, flexed his fingers.

Then he looked at Ar, who was walking out with his arms crossed at the entrance.

"Heh, brace yourself, Black Rabbit. From now on, I, the champion of this arena, will fight you."

Ar, with a smirk, snorted.

'Come to think of it, I've never properly fought the Black Rabbit in a physical combat, have I? This will be fun.'

Like Azonia students, Ar enjoyed fighting strong opponents.

[Yes! The most beautiful champion in the history of the Shadow Arena has appeared!]

The excited announcer shouted at Ar's appearance.

The audience, who had been overwhelmed by Leo, also began to cheer.

"Rabbit! Rabbit! Rabbit!"

It was especially when the male customers showed enthusiastic reactions.

"What rabbit is that? It's a cat."

Iliana said with a look of exhaustion.

"Why is the representative of Azonia wearing that kind of outfit here and being an arena champion?"

"There must be some reason, right? Maybe they made a deal with this casino."

"Reason? What reason! That guy must be in debt from gambling!"

As Chelsea and Chloe looked perplexed, Cal chuckled.

Cal, who had raided the world of Dweno together, could easily deduce why Ar was here in such a state.

Just as Ar was taking a fighting stance.

[There will be an emergency announcement.]

The announcer's urgent voice was heard.

[By the Master's order, the arena event has concluded! We ask for your understanding, guests!]

Angry boos erupted from all over at the sudden announcement of the arena's suspension.

"What is it?"

"Suddenly?"

The group also wore expressions of bewilderment.

"Students of Rumern."

A beastman male appeared.

Seeing him appear without any sound, everyone in the group flinched.

The beastman male spoke respectfully to the group.

"The Master has ordered that you be brought."

***

In the room, Ar sat with a slightly sullen face.

Ar, who had changed back into his Azonia school uniform, wagged his tail and glanced at Leo, then said.

"Black Rabbit."

"Why."

"Fight me when we go out."

"Why have a fight when the outcome is obvious?"

Ar clenched his fist tightly.

"I won't allow only that guy to have fun!"

"If you're not satisfied, I'll play with you."

"Play? How?"

Leo reached for the tissue on the table, rolled it up, and made it like a feather.

Seeing that, Ar's ears perked up for a moment.

Pak-!

Ar instinctively reached out with his hand to catch the tissue.

When Leo picked up the tissue, which slyly evaded Ar's hand, Ar clapped his hands together to catch it.

Ar, with sparkling eyes, exclaimed "Haa-!"

Ar, who had unconsciously played a hunting game, blushed and shouted.

"Don't treat me like a cat!"

"If you're not a cat, then what are you?"

"I'm a beastman! A cat beastman! Not your pet cat!"

"Then don't get caught by things like this."

"It's instinct! If you keep playing, I'll bite you!"

As Leo chuckled, watching Ar shout like a hissing cat with its fur on end.

"You two seem close."

Someone entered the room.

Ar, upon seeing the other person, widened his eyes.

"Chen Sia of Rumern's Knight Department?"

"Nice to meet you, Ar Tune."

Chen Sia smiled and made an Eastern-style greeting by placing his left fist on his right palm.

"Nice to meet you."

Ar also smiled.

Then, seeing Kirin, who appeared after Chen Sia, Ar's fur bristled.

It wasn't that Ar was wary of Kirin.

It was just that the strong smell of blood emanating from her body triggered the beastman's instinct.

"Ar Tune, your debt and that of the Azonia students are gone as of today."

"Why is that?"

"This kind-hearted young lady here has paid it all off."

Kirin smiled, placing his hands on Chen Sia's shoulders.

"Oh! Thank you!"

Ar smiled brightly, then approached Chen Sia and shook his hand firmly.

"I will definitely repay this debt later."

"You don't need to worry about it."

Chen Sia replied in his usual soft voice.

"Please inform the other students that the debt has been canceled."

"What about the Black Rabbit?"

"I have separate matters to discuss with Rumern's student council president."

At that, Ar nodded and left the room.

As only the three of them remained, Chen Sia said.

"You seem very close to Azonia's representative."

"Because we are close."

"Hmm."

Chen Sia put on a slightly prim expression.

"You seem to dote on him quite a bit?"

"He's actually cute. Like you."

"Huh?"

Chen Sia reacted with bewilderment at the sudden remark.

Chen Sia, blushing, quickly retorted.

"Young Master Leo, you keep teasing me, but I've told you repeatedly that I'm older."

"Yes, yes."

Seeing Leo's indifferent reaction, Chen Sia pouted slightly.

But then she sighed softly and stood behind Leo.

Then she said.

"Kirin Neila."

"Yes, Princess."

Chen Sia's expression disappeared.

A dry, expressionless face.

Chen Sia, revealing her Shadow persona, said.

"What was the reason for your disrespect towards Young Master Leo?"

Kirin spoke politely to Chen Sia.

Shadow Lords.

They, who lead the shadows of elves, beastmen, and dwarves respectively, were clearly separate, independent powers from the land of shadows, Shan.

However, it could not be said that they were unrelated.

The first shadow, Kyle.

Shan is descended from Bihar, who inherited Kyle's will.

It is no exaggeration to say that all shadows originated from Shan.

Therefore, although the Shadow Lords were separated from the Shan Empire, they could not be considered completely independent powers.

It was also the emperor of Shan who bestowed the title of Shadow Lord.

Therefore, the Shadow Lords respected the master of Shan.

If it had been Chen Sia, she would have been able to meet Kirin immediately upon arriving at Shadow.

Because Chen Sia was the next emperor of Shan.

However, Leo could not do so.

Kirin measured Leo, and Chen Sia was angry about that fact.

Shadows were saved by Leo.

The Shadow Library was born because of Leo, and it was finally proven that they were not abandoned by God.

Chen Sia could not tolerate the fact that he dared to test such a Leo.

Seeing Chen Sia reveal her anger, Kirin said.

"Please, put away your anger and understand generously. Princess, I am a Shadow Lord."

Kirin looked at Leo.

"The lives of thousands of shadows depend on my decision. Therefore, it was necessary to measure. Whether or not you, Lord Leo, are a vessel that can embrace the shadows."

"So."

Leo rested his chin on his hand.

"Are you satisfied?"

"Yes, I cannot deny it."

Kirin laughed.

"The image of a judge you showed is more fitting for the god of shadows than anyone else."