Dragon-Devouring Mage Chapter 6

Episode 6

EPISODE.03

Dang, dang, dang, dang-.

Russell woke up in bed to the sound of the wake-up bell.

Immediately after, I frowned and trembled at the sudden pain.

“Off.”

Muscle pain is due to overuse of muscles that normally do not move much.

“Ugh-.”

A moan came out naturally. My arms, legs, abdomen, etc. hurt as if they were going to break off at any moment.

I feel like I want to take sick leave right away.

Nevertheless, Russell stood up.

As if crawling, I walked to the desk and picked up five reports.

‘It’s been a day now.’

Yes, one day at most.

If you choose to rest after being so exhausted by work, it will be impossible to move forward.

You have to learn ‘Overlord’ and ‘Wizard Body’ repeatedly for at least three months to see the effects.

‘Morning, let’s have breakfast.’

Exercise isn’t the only thing that’s important in building physical strength and muscles.

‘A balanced diet.’

Although it was a breakfast that didn’t necessarily need to be eaten, Russell decided to go to the restaurant.

I had breakfast.

Corn soup that appeared to be freshly boiled and a piece of bread the size of a fist.

And a plate of salad made with vegetables. Russell first tore the bread into small pieces.

After soaking it in the soup, I started chewing it along with the salad.

‘I think I read somewhere a paper that says it is absorbed much better if you break it up into small pieces in your mouth… … .’

Not only that, but you also feel fuller for longer than usual?

After eating carefully, Russell headed straight to the next class.

Of course, the content of the class was not that great.

After all, it was something I had repeated several times while repeating my graduation.

To exaggerate a bit, I could gradually remember what the professor was going to say next and even his habits.

‘You’ll be scratching the bridge of your nose in a little while.’

just as expected.

“Eh, the magic power conversion formula for this part is… … .”

The professor who was giving an explanation adjusted his glasses and lightly scratched the bridge of his nose.

‘hmm.’

As this happens, it is natural for the desire to take the class again, even just for review, to wane.

‘At this rate, I don’t think it would be a bad idea to bring another book and study on your own.’

The problem was how to get the book.

When I read the books in the library used by the academy’s cadets, it seemed like there were no books worth reading.

‘Still, I guess I should take a look around just in case.’

However, when it came to getting a pass to go out, advanced theories were not that easy to obtain.

‘Then in the end, all that’s left is a library that only professors can use.’

Consists of a total of 3 floors.

A library exclusively for professors, where only the more excellent and difficult theories are collected as you ascend each floor.

However, as the name suggests, the library was generally open only to professors and a few teaching assistants, unless there were special cases… … .

“Write.”

Russell lightly licked his lips.

I need to find a way, but for the time being, I have no choice but to take classes that are more like a review.

‘I can’t help it.’

And finally.

After one of the supplementary classes scheduled for the morning, it was time for lunch as promised with Professor Hubert.

smart-.

“This is Russell. professor.”

When I knock on the office door, a voice comes from inside as if I was waiting.

“Please come in.”

When he opened the door, Professor Hubert greeted Russell beyond the familiar scene.

“okay. What was it like when you studied on your own? Even though it is a basic study, it is an in-depth section. I know your written score is not bad, but it must not have been easy to understand it all at once. So, did you have any questions?”

Russell made a meaningful expression in response to the professor’s question.

Instead of answering, he took out five reports from his pocket and spoke.

“I would like you to see it for yourself and judge for yourself.”

“Hmm.”

It was Hubert who was taken aback by Russell’s confident attitude.

But that was only for a moment, and Hubert accepted the report.

I nodded.

‘I know that he is a very intelligent student and doesn’t neglect his efforts, but… … .’

Still, it can’t be helped that I’m young.

That’s right, it is said that Temple Sohak belongs to the basics, but the advanced part was different.

There were many cases where not only the students expected to graduate but also some of the graduates and teaching assistants who had already graduated did not fully understand the in-depth content.

That was precisely the reason why I taught the advanced Temple Sohak class once to my 3rd year student and again to my 4th year student who was expected to graduate.

I don’t know, but Russell may also be showing confidence by reading only what he sees in a situation where he doesn’t even fully understand everything.

‘If it weren’t for a situation like that, there’s no way I could be so confident.’

Of course, the fact that I understood it to a level where I could express my confidence felt positive.

I wanted to at least praise him for doing a good job if he understood this much at that age.

However, it is also the educator’s duty to let people know that there is a world outside the well.

‘I’ll definitely use this opportunity to warn you.’

I certainly started reading the report with that thought in mind.

however.

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‘her. Was it like this?’

I already knew that if you teach one thing, you have the talent to learn more.

‘But, this goes beyond that-.’

A talent that is literally close to being a master of knowledge.

‘By using only an academy-level textbook as a framework, you can increase the depth and draw higher-level theories and conclusions.’

Even if I submitted this report as a thesis right away, it could have been published in an academic journal.

In other words, this report in my hand is at a level that can be compared to that of seasoned wizards belonging to the Magic Tower.

I couldn’t believe that he wrote it as a student.

Also, how well was it organized?

‘There will be no problem if I use this report to lecture to students right away.’

This is a result that is absolutely impossible without a deep understanding that goes beyond simply knowing.

That’s why I asked.

“Are you sure you wrote this report yourself?”

“yes.”

Contrary to his usual strict attitude, Russell responded to Hubert’s above-mentioned question with a confident expression.

“There is nothing wrong with the fact that you did not receive help from anyone, right?”

“I can swear on mana.”

Unless it is verbal magic, swearing on mana is essentially just lip service.

However, for wizards, mana was as important a power as life.

The act of swearing on it also customarily carried great sincerity.

Professor Hubert, who read the sincerity, nodded.

“Huh, if you understand this much, there’s nothing more I need to explain to you at the student level.”

Professor Hubert’s eyes changed as he looked into Russell’s eyes.

‘I knew right away that he was very intelligent, but I never thought it would be like this… … .’

Well, if you think purely about Russell’s written performance, it was quite understandable.

‘I’ve never been out of the rankings.’

However, there is also evaluation of circle ability, magic manifestation, etc.

As the scores related to the actual exam increased, even the low-performing students who had to take supplementary classes fell.

It was a negative effect of the current education system that places more emphasis on practicality rather than theory.

‘It may be because of this educational environment that this talent has not been able to see the light of day.’

A talent like this should be buried.

A magical system in which there is a world that cannot be seen without raising the circle.

And the academy’s discipline has never been as resentful as it is today.

Naturally, a sadness that could not be hidden flashed along the corners of Professor Hubert’s eyes.

‘If only I had the slightest talent for mana… … .’

There are three main ways to enter Walkerhill Academy.

The first was a letter of recommendation based on talent.

Wizards belonging to various magic towers spread across the continent recognize the talents of young children and recommend them to enroll.

In fact, because these children are highly talented, it is this group of students who mostly achieve excellent grades even after entering school.

And the second.

‘Contributory admissions.’

Children from famous families or prominent families pay a contribution to enter the school.

Or, there were some people who went out of their way to enroll even if they were not from famous families or outstanding families.

And the third.

‘Admission through merit… … .’

Those who enter school through the merits of their parents or ancestors.

If I were to be specific, Russell’s case was the third.

‘Count Raymond, who died in the war against the Empire. A child who was admitted as a special recipient of a medal received by the count.’

And in the Magic Tower-.

‘Even if you were admitted through contribution or merit, we have at least an idea of ​​your talent at the time of admission.’

How great is your brain?

How strong is the mana rod and how excellent is its mana sensitivity?

‘Of course, we don’t pass it on to the children separately.’

Among them, evaluation of Russell.

He has good intelligence, but his mana sensitivity is average. but… … .

‘The mana rod is too thin and weak to become a wizard.’

Even if you become a wizard, it is impossible to reach an outstanding level.

That was precisely why regret flashed in Professor Hubert’s eyes.

‘Despite having such outstanding talent, I can’t believe I was born with a Mana Rod gift.’

I didn’t believe in God, but I was curious if there really was a God.

Is the fate given to this child fair or unfair?

It was only a brief moment, but Russell also recognized those eyes.

Ordinary people his age might not have noticed, but it wasn’t that difficult for him who had memories of his past life.

‘I know what you’re thinking. professor. but-.’

This time it will be different.

Although it wasn’t noticeable yet, his body was being changed through ancient magic.

As well as-.

“Anyway, the content of the report was good.”

It was then that Professor Hubert changed the topic.

“It was a much better report than I imagined. “The level of understanding is also impeccable.”

Russell clenched his fists at the subsequent praise.

‘Good.’

Additional rewards that vary depending on the completeness of the report and Professor Hubert’s evaluation.

I don’t know if it’s 100 points, but wouldn’t this be around 90 points? It was out of anticipation.

A translucent green window appeared before Russell’s eyes.

[Mission completed. Compensation will be paid.]

As soon as the first spear disappeared, I felt something like a small particle inside my grip.

It was obvious what it was.

‘The lowest level magic stone!’

It’s edible too.

It felt like it was a little bigger than the last one when it touched my palm.

It wasn’t that big of a difference, but the amount of magical power that could be obtained would also be a little more.

[I received a very high evaluation from Professor Hubert for my in-depth understanding of the Four Elements of Learning. Additional compensation is being calculated.]

Next, several green spears appear, one after another.

[One additional magic stone of the same size will be provided.]

‘Additional gemstone payment!’

As soon as the window disappeared, the sensation inside my palm changed into two.

Moreover, the settlement of compensation had not yet been completed.

[Understanding of fire attribute magic increases slightly.

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[Understanding of water attribute magic increases slightly.]

[Understanding of the entire Sawon Sohak has slightly increased.]

‘Understanding Sawon Sohak?’

What is this reward for?

As soon as he could question it, another window blocked Russell’s eyes.

wizard who swallowed a dragon