I Became the Only Non-mage in the Academy

The story of the Savior spread quickly.

A figure whose name was comparable, perhaps even greater, than that of the great hero famed as the Returnee.

Everyone’s gaze was fixed on this person.

However, at first, the news spread slowly.

This was because an even greater event had occurred.

The Sword Saint had fallen to the darkness as a Mine, and the news of tens of thousands of deaths spread worldwide.

The city once known as the City of Snow was now so fractured that it could hardly function as a city.

Most buildings were sliced in half by a sword, and debris covered the roads, making them almost impossible to use.

The death toll hadn’t been fully counted, and hundreds of thousands were declared missing.

Thus, the Japanese government opted to spread hope rather than grim statistics.

Mines fed on humanity’s negative emotions.

It was better to release hopeful news than negative reports.

This was one way this crumbling world could hold itself together a little longer.

Everyone’s interests were entangled.

[Fallen Sword Saint Devastates Sapporo, Japan. Was He Stopped by a Korean Hero Academy Student?]

[Is the Savior the One Who Killed the Fallen Sword Saint?]

[Learn More About the Savior Who Single-handedly Defeated a Transcendent-level Force, Despite Being a Top-ranked Hero.]

-Who the hell is this guy? Even transcendent-level heroes are usually insanely strong, but he’s just taking them down solo?

-What’s scary is he’s still only top-ranked. And he’s just 20 years old. His stats are insane.

ㄴ How do you know he isn’t a transcendent?

ㄴ Isn’t there usually an event when someone reaches transcendence, you clueless kid?

ㄴ Yeah, when a new transcendent appears, the World’s Will makes a big fuss and celebrates it.

ㄴ The youngest transcendent Sword Demon appeared twenty years ago, so kids wouldn’t know…

-Why does he look like he has a halo around him? I heard he’s dating both the granddaughter of the Red Tower Master and a girl from the Merchen family.

-Please, 5 cm…

-If God gave him everything, it’s only fair that he’d be short by 5 cm.

-But can’t modern technology do something about that?

-Please…

-Please lolololololol.

-A Korean hero, huh? Even if we clash with Korea, it might be worth recruiting him.

-The Association will go crazy, but he’s already formed a guild. Should we make an offer through that?

-It’s one of the few guilds backed by Veritas. They’ve been handling a few tasks, but now their value is skyrocketing. Tsk.

The leaders of several nations convened a meeting.

And their conclusion was unanimous.

“Prioritize recruiting Lee Seo-ha. If recruitment fails, at least establish a good relationship.”

I stared out through the window of the convenience store.

My view of the world had changed.

A darkened night sky shrouded by black clouds.

Neon signs below on a ground without a single star.

A slight chill was in the air.

These things inspired all kinds of thoughts in my mind.

As if I could replicate them with my swordsmanship.

“Are you okay?”

“Sorry?”

The Sword Empress looked at me with worried eyes.

It seemed she thought I was hurt.

“No, I was just organizing my thoughts.”

“Organizing?”

“Yes.”

The talent I had honed as the Sword Demon had been entirely crushed by the Sword Saint.

Only after gaining it did I understand why the Sword Saint had turned out that way.

‘It’s too much talent.’

It was on a level similar to the Infinite Black Flame Star.

Like a poisoned chalice.

The structure of these abilities made one more bound to their talent or skill the more they’re used.

Ex-rank talents and skills all had this pattern.

The Infinite Black Flame Star granted near-infinite power, expanding one’s potential, but if the body couldn’t keep up, that power couldn’t be fully utilized.

The Sword Saint’s talent drove the user to become consumed by the sword, thinking only of the sword.

But I was the master here.

I erased everything.

With a mind close to detachment, I cut away unnecessary thoughts and sharpened myself.

‘This is fun.’

It’s one of the abilities I gained after obtaining the Sword Saint. The power to cut through anything I wished to.

As I sliced through lingering thoughts, I picked up a banana milk.

“Hmm? You’re having banana milk?”

“I’m a bit hungry, but I’ll just order delivery.”

“Delivery’s not bad. After all, this is what we make money for.”

The Sword Empress said this as she put a bento box back in its original place.

“Do you like drinking?”

“I drink occasionally.”

“That’s good.”

To be honest, I didn’t really like drinking.

Nor the atmosphere at drinking gatherings.

When it’s just guys, it’s fine, but once women joined, they all stared at me, which felt too burdensome.

As I picked up a blue lemonade and put it in the basket, I spotted Kim Ara.

She was looking around, sneaking a glance, and grabbing what looked like a box of condoms.

“…”

“…”

I should pretend not to notice at times like this.

But for some reason, I had a strange feeling she was thinking of me.

“Little brats.”

The Sword Empress glanced at us with a chilly voice.

And with that, she grabbed the box Kim Ara had taken and put it into the basket.

“Though I’d like to dissuade you… I doubt you young ones would listen even if I did. I’ve already tolerated the idea of you having a child, so I’ll buy it for you.”

“…What about my opinion?”

“…Isn’t she your girlfriend?”

“She’s a friend who’s a girl, but…”

“Well, I’m open-minded, so I don’t mind either way. In America, they even recognize both polygamy and polyandry.”

“Seems even you, Sword Empress-nim, have a problem with men.”

“…”

The Sword Empress closed her mouth.

Having no man in over 40 years was something she didn’t want to admit, so she kept her mouth shut.

“?”

Kim Ara looked at the Sword Empress with a puzzled expression.

I put the box of condoms back on the shelf and went to pay.

Although the Sword Empress offered to buy it, I decided to make the purchase myself.

I felt too sorry for her.

Beep.

“The total is 7,157 yen.”

I suppose it’s because I bought essentials. It was more expensive than I expected.

Clothes and basic necessities.

Normally, I would have bought them at a department store or supermarket, but they were all closed, so I got them at the convenience store.

‘Just have to make it until tomorrow.’

After completing the transaction and stepping outside, I felt gazes on me.

Glances sneaking over from all directions.

Some of them were oddly professional, as if they were concealing their energy with expert skill.

‘Looks like word is getting around.’

Just before coming here.

I had added the alias “Savior” to the Hall of Fame.

Partly because I was embarrassed by the nickname “Black Flame Dragon,” but also because I judged the timing was right. But the real reason was different.

I wanted to end things with that tiresome guy.

‘Hitler.’

The Nazis, that was.

Beep-beep.

My phone vibrated. When I checked, it was an alarm.

‘Ah, is it already time?’

I opened a subspace.

“Huff, huff.”

Phoenix was gasping for breath.

I activated the power of the Conceptual Stat “In” and grabbed Phoenix’s arm.

“S-stop, stop it!”

Flames enveloped Phoenix.

The fierce flames forcibly compressed and merged with Phoenix’s own flames.

‘Feels a bit like foie gras.’

Previously, I received the Summer Sword from Hong Yu-hwa.

Not only had I won our bet, but Hong Yu-hwa also said she’d be satisfied if I used it well. Still, I felt uncomfortable leaving it at that.

So, I thought about what I could do and decided to try something with Phoenix, whom I had abducted from the martial world.

Using “In,” I’ve already branded her with a master’s mark, allowing Yu-hwa to use her as she wishes.

“…What is this?”

“A gift for Yu-hwa.”

“…”

Kim Ara looked at me. I finished my work with “In” and sent Phoenix back into the boundary.

I didn’t look back.

I wondered what expression Kim Ara would have.

But there was something I needed to say.

“I probably won’t date just one woman.”

“…”

Hong Yu-hwa allowed up to seven, but I was not sure myself.

I hadn’t decided how many I’d date. Even if I tried to decide, I was unsure if my heart would follow.

In my past life, I didn’t have much desire, so I only dated one person at a time, which I could handle.

Now, I didn’t know.

I feel like I’d just be honest and openly meet multiple women who would accept me.

In fact, my possessiveness was quite extreme.

“And if they meet other men…I think I’d hate it.”

“Then it doesn’t matter.”

Kim Ara said nonchalantly.

“…Are you okay with that?”

Honestly, even though I said this, I didn’t expect her to accept it.

I was practically saying I’d cheat openly. And I’d subtly hinted that the women shouldn’t do the same.

“It’s fine.”

Kim Ara hugged me from behind.

“I don’t need anything else. As long as I have Seo-ha.”

“…”

Having said that much, I couldn’t hold back any longer.

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