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Chapter 55.2 - Why Did You Come Out There (4)
Chapter 55.2 - Why Did You Come Out There (4)
Chapter 55.2 - Why Did You Come Out There (4)
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After confirming the subjugation of the white wolf, Ulan briefly recounted the events he had experienced in the crypt from the moment the mist appeared.
However, as the story grew longer, he omitted the parts where the formidable White Wolf transformed into a spirit beast and he acquired the Axe of Gluttony, Gula. It all felt too bothersome to explain.
"That's all that happened to me," Ulan concluded, simplifying his narrative to entering a crypt, fighting a giant wolf, and emerging victorious.
No one questioned his account.
"......Hmm, I see," Roen nodded.
By the look on his face, he seemed to understand to some extent, "I see. Very well. Let's investigate the details further when we return to the guard post."
Roen rose from his seat; however, the way he looked at Ulan was anything but friendly.
And for good reason.
As far as he was concerned, Ulan was a troublemaker who flagrantly violated the rules and caused trouble every time.
"However, you clearly violated the suspension order by coming out here on your own. Therefore, I will take you to the guard post in accordance with the school rules."
As soon as Roen's words were finished, several guards approached with thick ropes. Ulan immediately opened his mouth at this sight, "I have broken no rules."
"Just admit it. The fact that you are here means you violated the rules."
"No, I was just......."
He was hungry because he didn't eat enough, so he came to the forest near the dormitory to find fruits; if he violated the rules, it was only when he met other people after coming out of the crypt.
But that was a force majeure.
It was they who came to the crypt, not Ulan.
Just as he was about to clarify the situation, someone unexpectedly intervened in the conversation.
"No, Ulan is not at fault."
In a firm voice,
a girl stepped forward to protect Ulan.
Ibella Elearde. Roen frowned at her sudden appearance.
"And who are you," Roen began, but Ibella cut him off.
"Ulan is in the realm of an Expert. So he must have noticed the wolf's existence before us and come to defeat it."
Ibella's voice was filled with conviction as she spoke, defending Ulan's actions.
"To prevent further damage."
When she finished, she turned to his side and smiled brightly. As if to ask, "Isn't that right?"
Of course, it wasn't entirely accurate. Ulan stared at her in confusion.
'I think there's a misunderstanding...'
However, he chose not to refute her statement. The reason was simple; rather than unraveling a long and detailed explanation, her answer seemed more plausible.
"But that's just an assumption..."
"I, too, think the same."
Just as Roen was about to retort, a new ally emergeda silver-haired girl draped in a mage's cloak. It was Dilia Arpen.
"If it's Ulan, then surely, he would," she asserted, her golden eyes filled with unwavering belief.
Ulan, of course, had a puzzled expression again. But this time, he didn't say anything either.
'I don't know why, but...'
He felt a deep certainty that Ibella and Dilia's actions were in his defense. The two actively stood up for him, and Ulan found himself in an unfamiliar position.
'It's a strange feeling.'
In his previous life, he had always been the one in the forefront of the group, protecting his comrades. Now, things were differenta reversal of roles where he was being shielded by his former comrades. The situation felt odd but not unpleasant.
Amidst this scene, Roen's voice resonated again. "Hah, I understand your desire to protect your friend. But it's a fact that he violated the rules."
Sighing, Roen approached with an intimidating stride, his presence becoming more imposing, "So I have no choice but to take him away. If you keep interfering like that, you will be taken away as well... ."
"That's a bit too much, isn't it?"
A sudden interruption appeared.
Roen frowned at the appearance of a new troublemaker. He was starting to get annoyed.
But only for a moment, as he realized the identity of the interrupter, his face hardened.
"Professor ......Arnoff."
Ethan Arnoff.
The professor of martial skill, and one of the men standing behind Ulan. He stepped between Ulan and Roen and asked, "What are you doing here? Even if he hasn't committed a grave offense, is it necessary to tie him up with ropes and haul him away?"
"He violated the rules," Roen reiterated.
"Yes, I admit that. However, Ulan didn't cause this incident; he actually helped resolve it," Ethan countered logically. Ulan had played a significant role in resolving the situation, making it absurd to apprehend him.
"But he still violated the rules..."
However, Roen's thoughts were different; even if he had helped resolve the situation, it was clearly wrong to break the rules. Therefore, it should be judged separately.
It was a kind of stubbornness and conviction that came with being a Captain in the Guard. But for once, he'd picked the wrong person.
"I think you're mistaken."
A chilling voice that tickled the ear.
Ethan continued with an impassive face, "It was the Student Counseling Division that imposed disciplinary action on Ulan. So the punishment for violating that will be the responsibility of the Student Counseling Division, not the guard."
".........."
Roen came to his senses.
This was a warning; a warning not to cross the line.
After a moment, regaining his composure, Roen nodded, biting his lip slightly, "......Okay, I'll do that."
"I'm glad you understand," Ethan smiled.
"It's getting late today, so let's do a detailed investigation tomorrow. If you really have to do it today, I'll have five inspectors accompany you to the guard post."
"No, the guard can step aside. The incident today will be investigated and documented separately by the Student Counseling Division before sending the summary to us."
"Haha, well, that makes things easier."
After ending the strange confrontation,
Roen turned around; with a face that had hardened to the point of being scary. A moment later, as he walked away, Ethan approached Ulan and tapped him on the shoulder, "You did a good job. Everyone, go back to the dorm."
With that, the situation was resolved.
But Ibella and Dilia seemed to have no intention of leaving. They were concerned about Ulan.
"Uh, Professor. I have a question about Ulan's punishment."
"Suspension, too long, "Dilia said, complaining.
Then Edan chuckled, "Don't worry about it. I plan to convene the committee immediately tomorrow and revise the punishment."
"Really?"
"Yes, and I'll just take today's punishment as a reflection paper, so don't worry."
Reflection paper. At that word, Ulan's expression hardened.
No wonder. Ulan had a hard time writing things, so much so that in his last life he'd asked Ibella to write his letters to the tribe every time.
So he asked seriously, "......Can I go to the guard post instead?"
"Haha, even joking."
He wasn't joking.
Ulan kept saying he would go to the guard post, but all he got was Ethan's laughter.
"Retreat! Everyone retreat!"
"Everyone return to the academy!"
As soon as the retreat order was given.
The group, with Noah and Sylphy, who were half-asleep, returned to the academy.
And just like that, everyone was gone.
The forest fell into a silent hush.
For a moment, though, a white mist suddenly drifted toward the crypt, and then it took the form of a wolf.
A white wolf with crimson eyes.
It was the White Wolf of Mimu.
[.......]
Bai Lang looked outside the forest wordlessly; more precisely, the place where the people had disappeared.
After staring at the place for a long time, the white wolf returned to the form of mist. Then it began to move silently with the night breeze
Toward the place where Ulan had disappeared.
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