“So that’s how it is. I understand that Alavenya will be coming to our academy and causing trouble. I’ll put that in mind.” Vivian nodded in understanding.
Nathan had just reported the problem regarding Alavenya, promising her he would take care of everything. He didn’t want any friction between her and the Dragon King after all.
“Then?” Vivian asked.
“Then?” Nathan tilted his head in confusion.
“I’m talking about the compensation. With your personality, you definitely get something from the Dragon King, right?” Vivian squinted her eyes.
“Oh. Indeed. He taught me the Dragon Fist.”
“!!!” Vivian widened her eyes in shock. “You… Do you know what kind of technique he taught you?”
“It should be one of his core techniques.”
“Yes.” Vivian was speechless. She thought he would be compensated fairly, but not this much. Crossing her arms, she contemplated.
Nathan raised a finger. “And according to him, I need something to strengthen my body even further. Just like what you have been doing, Teacher.”
Vivian froze before looking away. “What are you talking about?”
“Isn’t this too late for you to play dumb?” Nathan smiled. “You always told me to be independent, but are you just embarrassed to acknowledge you helped your disciple?”
Her cheeks slightly reddened as she couldn’t help but slam the table while shouting, “Is there something wrong with a teacher helping her student?”
“Of course not.” Nathan chuckled. “I’m really grateful for your help.”
Vivian looked embarrassed. She never thought the Dragon King would tell him the secret.
Since the secret was out, she said, “You can continue training the Dragon Fist. I don’t lack herbs.”
“Thank you very much.” A sly grin suddenly appeared on Nathan’s face. “While we’re at it, do you mind giving me some money? I mean, just a small amount to buy daily necessities or use it when I go on a mission. Even though I can stay in the inn provided by the academy, I might go to a place where there is no such thing.”
“Why don’t you earn it yourself?”
“I can. Maybe I should sell the water I drink just for pocket money. I don’t need a lot of money anyway.”
“…” Vivian rubbed her forehead and let out a long sigh. “Alright, alright. Just pocket money. I don’t really want you to be fixated on money, especially squandering it around for useless items or even brothels.”
“Ugh.” Nathan felt like his heart was being stabbed by a giant needle when she mentioned brothels. It seemed his reputation was already so low in her eyes.
“There are a lot of times when people don’t care about money and squander it as they please once they get a huge sum of money. This is not responsible at all. I want you to realize how hard it is to earn money, which will make you appreciate it.”
“I understand.” Nathan had a wry smile as he couldn’t help but mutter inwardly, ‘If not for the fact I came from another world, the original Nathan would probably think that way. Then again, I might not be so different. I have a lot of things on my bucket list.’
“Anyway, I’ll give you your pocket money. It’s not much, but that should be enough for a mission. If you want more, better earn it yourself.”
Despite saying that, Vivian would probably give him more money if he truly couldn’t solve that trouble and used it as a lesson.
“Yes. I’ll keep that in mind.” Nathan nodded.
“Since you have returned, I suggest you watch out for August and Rudeus.”
“Is there something wrong with them?” Nathan’s expression turned serious.
“They have completed two difficult missions. Now that they have joined hands, their target is rather obvious.”
“Me and Selena?” Nathan frowned.
“Indeed. If you don’t train hard, you might lose to them.”
“How about giving me the information about the event? I’m sure it’ll help a lot.”
“There’s no way I’m going to do that. I have to ensure fairness as the vice principal of the Frexia Academy. You know that.”
“Of course. I’m just asking to see your reaction.” Nathan smirked. “It looks like the event will be conducted in a pair. That’s why you are concerned about the other pair beating me and Selena. And considering it is supposed to be a survival test, I can imagine what kind of test it is.”
“Stop being smart. Wait, no! Stop being a detective.” Vivian facepalmed while Alisha smiled awkwardly. This was the exact reason she was forbidden to talk to Nathan, especially before the battle royale. This kind of mistake really didn’t escape Nathan’s eyes. “Just leave now.
I need to be fair.”
Instead of leaving, Nathan stood still for a moment.
He was facing a dilemma, wondering if he should ask this question or not. After thirty seconds, Nathan raised his head. “Teacher. There is something I’d like to ask.”
“Hmm? What is it? I will not discuss anything related to the academy or curriculum with you.”
“Not at all. This is unrelated to school.” Nathan started recounting the story of Risa evolving after sucking his blood.
Vivian frowned, but she didn’t look shocked.
“Do you know something, Teacher? Is it because of my parents that my blood is special?”
“The answer is, I don’t know. After doing a bit of a background check, there should be nothing wrong with your parents. In fact, I have suspected that your blood is somewhat special because you are able to summon a beast instead of a normal familiar. It’s just that I don’t have a single proof until now. All are just speculations.”
“Speculations? May I know what your speculations are?”
Vivian turned to Alisha. “Give him his evaluation paper.”
Alisha nodded, grabbed a paper on the shelf and handed it to him.
The content of the paper was actually quite shocking. Even Nathan understood what kind of speculation she had immediately.
Name: Nathan
Age: 15
Ena: Extremely High (S++)
Evaluation: Has an enormous amount of Ena in his body. Perfect to be a summoner.
Because of this very evaluation, a question rose in his mind.
‘Enormous amount of Ena? Where is that freaking Ena? Only someone like Selena can be described as such. Have I lost all that Ena without me realizing it? Is it related to the Soul Contract and me getting summoned to this world?’