Chapter 63: I Need You


    Yuna Ga, who was left alone, was lost in thought.


    Theres no reason for him to refuse.


    A wave of emotions surged through her mind.


    This was something that didnt make sense from her perspective. Anything she predicted did not apply to Ethan.


    From the ss to her own request, everything went beyond her expectations.


    He couldnt say no.


    Her eyes flickered for a moment.


    Hes a strange man.


    Yunas gaze changed.


    Until now, she had never had any expectations of people, but she began to think that Ethan might be different.


    No, that cant be.


    But the excitement was short-lived, and she regained herposure.


    Trusting will only lead to betrayal. Its not people I should trust.


    It was money.


    * * *


    Is it the first time a new teacher has filled the ssroom like this during their first ss?


    I heard even udie couldnt fill the room that full either.


    What did he do during his first ss to make it like this? I heard he gave Chen Garcia a rough education. Then no one should have signed up for his ss.


    Ethans ss became a topic of discussion among the teachers.


    For the teachers, the ss they were assigned to was a matter of pride.


    The evaluation they received and the number of students who enrolled determined their value as teachers.


    As a result, Academy teachers proved their worth through their sses. They showcased what students could gain from taking their sses during the first session and recruited new students through the students who had taken their sses.


    Therefore, new teachers were ced in a disadvantageous position.


    But Ethanpletely shattered that disadvantage.


    The capacity is 75, right?


    Its still the adjustment period, so some could have dropped out, but it seems no one did.


    But there seems to be less talk about itpared to the first ss.


    In the previous ss, there were continuous discussions about Ethan, who had given Chen an intense education and showed what kind of ss he would teach.


    The main focus was on how Ethan would teach Understanding the Sword Path.


    However, there was no talk of that nature this time.


    There were only stories about filling the capacity and no one leaving during the ss, and the upper-ss students were dozing off.


    There was no mention of the ss content as if it were a lie.


    In the principals office.


    So, theres a reason why its so quiet?


    Yes.


    A third-year student stood before the principal. He was a principals schrship student and had been the executive of the Academy Student Council, serving as the principals eyes and ears since his first year.


    It may sound selfish, but I had the same thought, so Ill tell you honestly. After attending Ethan Whiskers ss, I felt a strong desire to monopolize this ss. I believe other students feel the same way.


    Monopolize?


    Since the teacher has just started his first ss, with this level of skill, he will quickly take on the next ss. And then the slots will fill up quickly. It will be difficult to even apply.


    The student council executive continued speaking.


    Teacher Ethans ss was amazing. I cant find any other words to describe it, except that it was incredible.


    What kind of ss did he teach exactly?


    Well


    He exined about Ethans ss.


    Ten students?


    Yes, it may sound like a lie, but Im telling you exactly as I described. There is no exaggeration or personal opinion involved. He lined up ten students and had each of them demonstrate their swordsmanship. Then he immediately provided feedback one by one.


    Huh.


    It was a shocking ss content, to the extent that a disheartenedugh escaped. To have ten people simultaneously demonstrate their swordsmanship and then provide immediate corrections to their sword path?


    He only witnessed it once, right?


    Yes.


    So, that means he remembered everything. It was simr to the Revinade Improved Swordsmanship Manual during the exam.


    You mean you took that crazy ss as if it were natural?


    Yes, Teacher Ethan seemed to think it wasnt a particrly special ss. Thats why the students are even more excited. If this is considered a regr ss for Teacher Ethan, who knows how much more incredible things we can learn in his future challenging sses.


    So, everyone is keeping their mouths shut?


    Yes, to monopolize it. If word gets out, it will be extremely difficult to attend Teacher Ethans ss.


    The students already believed that Ethan Whiskers would soon be teaching major courses.


    Some students believe that the principal has raised a secret weapon of Ivecar Academy. Its because his skill was unbelievable. They think Ethan Whiskers, whoes from the local aristocratic Whiskers family, was weak and couldnt do anything beforeing here to Ivecar.


    That was publicly known information. He double-checked because he doubted its validity, but it was definitely true.


    So, he thought someone might be trying to create confusion with the information, and many suspected it was the principal.


    Um, is that true?


    Are you asking if I secretly raised a secret weapon?


    The principal asked incredulously.


    If there were a secret weapon, I would have used itst year.


    Last year was the worst year.


    Ivecar Academy lost to their rival, Freya Academy.


    They relinquished the first ce they had held in the exchange festival and also lost in the friendly studentpetition.


    Furthermore, they werepletely defeated in the subsequent battle between the teachers, shattering their pride.


    I received so much criticism during that time.


    It was unbelievable that students would think that way.


    Thats the whole story of what happened, Principal.


    The student council executive quickly replied and bowed his head.


    .


    After listening to the story, the headmaster stroked his chin.


    He had anticipated that Ethan Whiskers would cause a stir.


    The way he appeared during the interview, and the impact he had on the Knightly Department Head.


    In fact, the Sword Saint had even subtly requested that Ciron be given the position. But the principal had higher hopes for Ethan.


    He believed that in one way or another, Ethan would bring a new breeze.


    However, he hadnt expected a storm.


    The principal was greatly taken aback by the results. It was more than he could have hoped for.


    Well done. Keep attending his ss and report to me regrly.


    Um, when do you think Teacher Ethan will start teaching the specialized courses?


    The student council executive asked with shining eyes.


    He looked like hed be the first to sign up for it if it was scheduled.


    The principal nced at the student council executive, remaining silent.


    If youll excuse me!


    The student council executive hurriedly left the principals office, sensing his expression.


    Alone in the room, the principal thought about moving up the schedule for the parent observation sses, which were originally nned for a couple of monthster.


    Since things turned out this way, I should emphasize how great my insight is.


    And it would be good to dere in advance that this years inter-academypetition would be different.


    How thrilling.


    Having won big in a high-stakes gamble, the principal clenched his fist firmly.


    * * *


    Mason was undoubtedly a troublemaker when it came to swordsmanship at Ivecar Academy, but that didnt make him a fool.


    That was why he sought out Ethan alone.


    The words spoken during ss.


    He knew something.


    But he was neither a central figure nor a noble from a prominent family. Mason couldntprehend how he knew about these matters.


    What do you want, teacher?


    So youre calling me teacher without hesitation now, Mason Yeld. Im moved to the point where tears should be shed.


    Ethan gestured for him to sit down.


    Sit, Mason. If this is a personal conversation, I can amodate.


    Mason clenched his jaw.


    He felt like he was constantly losing control.


    So, why did youe here? What do you want to talk about?


    Mason stared at Ethan without saying a word.


    He was one of the three siblings vying for the session of the ducal family, and as the one with the purest bloodline of the Duke, he exuded a different atmosphere when he put on a serious expression.


    What do you mean by saying those things to me?


    Mason.


    Ethan gazed at Mason with emotionless eyes.


    Be careful with your words.


    Mason was taken aback by the sudden force emanating from Ethan.


    He felt like apletely different person from just a moment ago.


    An overwhelming power that could overpower people.


    Mason had felt this kind of pressure before, from none other than his own father, the Duke.


    Just being in front of it made his body stiffen.


    What do you mean by saying those things?


    Its for your motivation. Youre a student who doesnt listen in ss, so I wanted to motivate you. Is that why you came here?


    Are you saying that talking about the sessorship, discussing my family history, was merely for the sake of motivating me?


    Mason Yeld, you must be well aware of the situation in the swordsmanship department, right?


    Why are you suddenly saying this?


    The pride of Ivecar lies in the Department of Swordsmanship, right? Most of the famous individuals that Ivecar has produced were from the Department of Swordsmanship. But recently, things have been changing. The departments of magic and alchemy are also achieving great results. Above all, who is currently the top-ranked in the academy?


    The Department of Magic.


    I heard youre in your third year, and the top-ranked student is in their second year.


    Ethans words were clearly provoking Mason.


    And this time, an excellent teacher has joined the Department of Magic.


    In the Department of Magic, there was a newly appointed teacher who was the granddaughter of an Archmage, Nadia von Tschernkastel.


    There was no doubt about Nadias skills. That meant the level of the students in the Department of Magic would rise even further.


    .


    Whats the reason for motivating you? Theres only one reason, isnt there? I intend to restore the Department of Swordsmanship to its former glory.


    Currently, the Department of Swordsmanship was only known as a remnant of past glory and the pride of the academy.


    In reality, the current pride of the academy lies in the Department of Magic.


    Do you think you can do what even Teacher udie couldnt, Teacher Ethan?


    Teacher udie is an incredible person. Hell probably be a master before me.


    Ethan also agreed willingly.


    But Teacher udie has a w. He only takes the ones who will seed and doesnt even look at those who wont.


    Saying that, Ethan looked at Mason.


    In an instant, Mason felt a pang in his heart.


    Was he considered one of the ones who wont seed?


    He tried to protest, but Ethans words were faster.


    Thats why udie couldnt bring the Department of Swordsmanship back to the top ranks. He decides too quickly who will seed and who wont.


    Ethan pointed at Mason.


    udie evaluated you as one of the ones who wont seed.


    Damn it.


    Mason couldnt hold back and cursed. Then he immediately stood up from his seat.


    But Im not like that.


    However, Ethan casually said as if throwing it out.


    udies failure was in evaluating you as one of the ones who wont seed. Youre currently the strongest force in the Department of Swordsmanship. He discarded the strongest card, judging that it would be difficult to utilize you properly.


    Youre saying Im the strongest force?


    Masons voice trembled.


    Mason didnt overestimate himself. It wasnt like there were a lot of students in the Department of Swordsmanship who were more skilled than him, but there were a few who could be considered on par.


    But to say that he was the strongest force?


    Of course, Im not talking about you as you are right now. Mason, listen to my sses diligently. Then, Ill help you break through your limitations.


    Ethans voice carried a strong determination.


    To restore the glory of the Department of Swordsmanship.


    Leaving Mason frozen in ce like a statue, Ethan stood up from his seat.


    I need you.


    Masons heart beat fiercely.