𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬
The next day, classes to become a summoner began.
Opening the distributed textbooks, Oswald on the podium began his explanation with a stern face.
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“First, what is a summoner?”
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Oswald poses the question to the entire classroom.
Despite his demeanor, Albero feels reassured that Oswald is keen to teach.
Rachel raises her hand and answers before being called on.
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“A summoner is one who creates and commands Summoned beasts. In other words, it refers to the humans living in this world.”
“That’s incorrect.”
“Huh. . . . . .?”
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Oswald bluntly corrects Rachel.
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“A summoner is an existence meant to eradicate the 『Demon Emperor』 lineage and their Summoned beasts. What you’ll learn in this summoning academy is the power to annihilate the Demon Emperor lineage and their minions, the demons.”
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Demon Emperor.
The most powerful and wicked summoner who once nearly destroyed this world.
And the most wicked Summoned beast that the Demon Emperor is believed to have summoned is the 『demon』.
Although the Demon Emperor was sealed away by summoners once called 『heroes』, he broke the seal decades ago and has been amassing power to regain his lost strength.
Currently, the world is embroiled in a battle against the Summoned beasts of the Demon Emperor, the 『demons』.
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“Listen well. I have one expectation for all of you. Train yourselves as summoners, hone your skills, and climb the ranks. F-class weaklings are nothing but shields against the demons.”
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The classroom is deathly silent.
Oswald’s description of the demons’ strength is beyond imagination.
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“Currently, there are 666 A-class summoners. Among them, only eight are students at this academy. Not many can overcome the barrier from B-class to A-class. That’s why I don’t want to waste my time and effort on the likes of you F-class bottom-feeders. . . . . . If you want to be treated like everyone else, strive to increase your rank with all you’ve got.”
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After saying this, Oswald takes a breath.
The students remain silent.
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“This afternoon, I will check your Summoned beasts. Now, let’s continue the lesson. . . . . .”
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The morning lesson is a lecture.
They delve deep into the history of the Demon Emperor and demons, the ranks of summoners, and Summoned beasts.
Then, it’s lunchtime.
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“Here’s your ration. Take it.”
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A man dressed like a worker brings in a large tray.
The tray is piled high with bread.
The one sighing at the sight is, of course, Ratts.
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“See that? This is the reality of F-class. . . . . .We get leftover bread for meals. Even C-class and D-class students are allowed to use the cafeteria.”
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Albero takes his bread and returns to his seat.
The drink is tap water, which is freely available.
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“Hey, this bread has cream in it. It’s pretty tasty.”
“You really. . . . . .”
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Howl nibbles on his bread, slightly exasperated.
Marlon has already finished eating but seems unsatisfied.
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“Sigh. . . . . .It’s not enough.”
“Marlon, when you feel it’s not enough, chew your food many times before swallowing. That’s what my mom said; it’ll make you feel fuller.”
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Saying this, Ratts splits his bread in half and shares it with Marlon.
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“Eh, ehh. . . . . .”
“Eat. I used to be pretty poor, so not being able to eat was a common thing.”
“Ratts. . . . . .”
“Come on, eat.”
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Marlon, with a bow, accepted the bread from Ratts.
After finishing his bread, Albero noticed someone’s gaze.
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“Hmm. . . . . .”
“Ah. . . . . .T, Thank you.”
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The pink-haired girl Laby was watching Albero.
While nibbling on bread, she was talking to Rachel.
Albero nodded lightly and looked outside the window.
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“Sigh. . . . . .Need to raise the level, huh.”
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Muttering that, he summoned Mog in his right hand.
The pitch-black mole was lively as ever today.
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『MogU!』
“Mog, do you think your level will go up?”
『MogU?』
“Haha, never mind. . . . . .Well, don’t rush.” “Cute!”
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To his surprise, Laby was right next to Albero, looking at Mog.
She reached out and touched Mog gently.
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“Wow. . . . . . so fluffy.”
“Hey, what’s the sudden interest?”
“Hehe. Sorry. . . . . .I just love cute summoned beasts.”
“C, Cute?”
“Yep. Oh, let me introduce. My summoned beast!”
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Laby joined her hands and summoned a tiny pink rabbit.
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“Her name is 『Momo-chan』. Cute, isn’t she?”
“Momo-chan. . . . . .”
『MogU!』
『Kyuui!』
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Mog and Momo-chan instantly got along, rubbing their bodies together.
Watching them were Ratts, Howl, and Marlon who also joined in.
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“Hey, hey, isn’t this fluffy? Hehe, maybe I should balance it with my cool summoned beast.”
“Stop it. Isn’t it just a lizard?”
“S, Shut up!! Hey, Marlon, bring out your mini pig too!”
“O, Okay.”
“Hey there! Don’t bully Laby!”
“Shut up, Rachel! I’m not bullying her!”
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Before they knew it, people had gathered around Albero and Laby.
“Ahaha. This is fun, isn’t it?”
“Yeah. . . . . .Haha, Mog and Momo-chan are getting along.”
“Yep!”
『Mogu!』
『Kyuui!』
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This was the genuine first encounter between Albero and Laby.
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