How to Survive as the Academy’s Villain

Chapter 110

That’s right.

Everything that happened was part of my plan.

As the situation worsened and things escalated, it meant I could deviate from the original storyline.

‘Up to this point, everything has been intentional.’

Of course, I didn’t expect Kyle and I to be summoned to the disciplinary committee at the same time.

But it doesn’t matter.

Because I got the result I wanted.

‘I prevented the boss battle between Professor Beroen and Kyle.’

That alone was enough to make this the best possible outcome.

Now, only one thing remains.

‘Whatever proposal they make, I have to find a way to escape it.’

To prepare for any unforeseen circumstances, I have taken some precautions.

A ‘Honor Duel’ cannot be held unless both parties agree.

In other words, I had Kyle promise not to accept any proposal after we met, effectively eliminating the ‘Honor Duel’ from the original plot.

What? Am I not afraid of the butterfly effect?

‘If I worry about that now, this world could fall apart.’

Any future problems can be dealt with later.

For now, let’s resolve the immediate issues and chaos.

‘I’m in enough trouble as it is, why worry about the future?’

Of course, I don’t know what kind of punishment awaits me.

At least while the faction fights continue, there will be people who will protect me.

Then, suddenly.

“Kamon.”

“…Kyle?”

Surprised by Kyle’s sudden call, I responded with a puzzled expression.

Maintaining his usual bright smile, he continued speaking.

“Sorry. I didn’t mean to get you caught up in this mess because of me…”

“It’s fine, just keep the promise you made with me. Remember?”

“Ah, yes.”

Seeing him nod in agreement, I then looked in the direction of the committee members.

“Reject any proposal they make. Got it?”

“…”

“And even if I am forced to accept due to circumstances, it won’t happen unless both sides agree, so there’s no need to worry.”

“Yes, I understand. It’s because of the support funds, right?”

“What? You knew?”

Slightly taken aback by his knowledge, I nodded and continued speaking.

“Yes. So…”

“I understand, Kamon. Don’t worry.”

It might sound selfish, but…

‘After going through so much pain, I need to look out for myself too.’

Refusing here could result in Professor Phelan cutting off support.

Moreover, since I receive support from the magic community, I also wanted to help in some way.

‘And I can take some credit for it later.’

Bang! Bang!

“Let’s continue.”

The Unified Disciplinary Committee meeting resumed.

“First, defendant Kamon Vade. Do you accept the committee’s proposal?”

As the representative committee member asked, I briefly glanced at Kyle.

He nodded with a smile still on his face.

‘Yes, Kyle. I must not accept this.’

Slowly shifting my gaze towards where Professor Phelan and Professor Beroen sat, I noticed the magic community members glaring at me with intense eyes.

‘Accept it now!’

Anyone could tell what they were demanding of me just by their eyes.

“Yes, I accept.”

As I nodded and answered.

“That’s right!”

“As expected of Kamon Vade.”

Cheers erupted from the magic community.

Then next.

“Defendant Kyle Perrion, do you accept the committee’s proposal?”

All eyes turned to Kyle, the protagonist, standing opposite.

Still wearing his characteristic smile, he looked at me.

‘Reject it, Kyle.’

Keep your promise to me.

Then suddenly, Kyle clasped his hands and looked at me apologetically.

“Sorry, Kamon.”

What?

This bastard is apologizing out of nowhere?

Why? It can’t be, right? Please!

“I also accept the committee’s proposal.”

“Hey, what the fuck! Kyle, are you out of your mind?”

Bang! Bang!

“Defendant Kamon Vade, remain silent.”

Everyone’s gaze turned towards me as I yelled out in disbelief, but I couldn’t understand.

‘No, damn it. Why suddenly?’

Kyle wasn’t the type to care about the swordsmanship community or political fights.

So why did he break his promise and accept?

At that moment, Kyle looked at me directly, his expression genuinely apologetic.

“Sorry again, Kamon. But this is going to be so much fun. How could I refuse?”

That truly crazy bastard…!

* * *

“Amazing, what a huge incident!”

“Hey, did you guys hear about this?”

For the first time amidst the chaos caused by the conflicts between the magic and swordsmanship communities, a piece of news spread through Flance Imperial Academy that everyone cheered for.

That was.

“Kyle and Kamon are going to have a proper duel!”

“What? Why are they fighting all of a sudden?”

“It’s an honor duel. The loser gets disciplinary action!”

“Hey, but if Kamon gets punished again, isn’t he expelled?”

“Right. So this duel has expulsion at stake.”

“Wow, but didn’t Kyle completely defeat Kamon last time? You know, that incident.”

“Which makes it more exciting. This is an official rematch!”

Soon, almost all students became extremely interested in this new and sensational news.

However, in Professor Phelan’s office, where the parties involved were present.

“Well done, Kamon.”

“…”

Professor Beroen patted my back, but I sat there blankly, saying nothing.

“With this turn of events, You just need to crush their pathetic attempts with your skills.”

Professor Beroen spoke with an excited tone, and Professor Phelan, standing beside him, chimed in with a gleaming face.

“Yes, that’s right. Kamon. We will all support you fully in this matter, so don’t worry and focus on the duel.”

But inside, I was thinking…

‘This is just ridiculous.’

I was holding back the hot curses that were about to burst out.

Looking at the results alone, I did succeed in avoiding the worst-case scenario of a boss battle between Kyle and Professor Beroen.

But now, I’m in danger instead?

What? I have to fight Kyle, and if I lose, I get expelled from the academy?

‘Instead of the original story falling apart, I have to sacrifice my life?’

This is just too much.

What kind of unfair twist is this?

I thought about Kyle, who suddenly stabbed me in the back, and shook my head hard.

‘Hoo, fine. Now that it’s come to this, I have to find a way.’

When have I ever walked an easy path? I can’t just sit here and whine.

“This time, we need to utterly crush those swordsmanship guys.”

“Kamon, defeat is not an option. Victory is the only way. Understood?”

Other professors approached me with fierce eyes, adding to the pressure.

Then, Professor Beroen shouted coldly.

“Don’t put unnecessary pressure on him. Just representing us is already a huge burden…!”

“Ehem, it’s just a manner of speaking.”

“Yes, Kamon is a very promising talent, that’s why we’re doing this.”

As other professors replied sheepishly, Professor Beroen made eye contact with me and spoke.

“Kamon, don’t feel burdened. Just do your best. Understood?”

Like doing my best would solve anything.

The moment I lose the duel, those who want to tear me apart will be the first to pounce on me…

But I kept these thoughts to myself and nodded outwardly.

“Yes, I understand, professor.”

Then I looked alternately at Professors Phelan and Beroen.

“I will do my best as you said. But please support me in every possible way as you promised.”

“Of course! Just focus on the duel a week from now. You can skip all other classes.”

Professor Phelan nodded eagerly as he spoke.

“Then I will be going now. I’m a bit tired.”

“Ah, yes. Go and rest.”

After quickly bowing and leaving, I looked up at the dark sky and sighed deeply.

“Haa.”

Dealing with all sorts of ridiculous and unfair situations is the norm for me in this world.

“Why do things always turn out like this?”

I still couldn’t understand why Kyle, that crazy bastard, did what he did.

But.

‘I got caught in my own trap, so honestly, I can’t complain.’

Of course, there were parts that felt unfair, but…

Slap!

“Kang Hyunsoo, get a grip.”

There was no time to argue about who was right or wrong now.

What I needed to do was not find the cause and reason, but find a solution to the problem.

Yes, I am a problem-solving type.

The next day, at first light, I went straight to Professor Genjin’s office.

Thud, creak!

“Master!”

As I burst through the door, familiar faces greeted me inside.

“Oh, Kamon. You’re here?”

“…Kamon?”

Besides Jamie who greeted me warmly, the other person who called my name was Chelsea.

“What’s the sudden visit without notice? Today isn’t even a regular check-up day.”

I looked at Chelsea sitting beside her and then shook my head urgently.

“Please save me.”

“Huh?”

“Please help me. You heard about the honor duel, right?”

“Oh, that? Yes, I did hear about it…”

I poured out my honest feelings to Jamie, who was the only one not present in Professor Phelan’s office yesterday.

“If this goes on, it’s really over for me. I’ll be expelled from the academy. So, please…”

“Hmm. But Kamon, I have a thought.”

“Yes, Master.”

“Wouldn’t it be better to just get expelled from the academy?”

“What?”

What kind of nonsense is this?

“At this point, wouldn’t it be a happier ending for both of us if we revealed that you are my disciple and then went into research together?”

Seeing her speak with a chilling gleam in her eyes, my determination to stay in the academy only grew stronger.

“No, I will stay here.”

My firm reply made Jamie click her tongue regretfully but she nodded.

“Oh, really? That’s a shame.”

“So, Master, please help me. Are you just going to watch as your disciple loses to some idiot with a sword?”

“Well, the world doesn’t know you’re my disciple.”

“That’s…”

I was at a loss for words due to Jamie’s rebuttal, so I quickly added.

“Chelsea knows.”

“Me?”

Chelsea, suddenly pointed out, tilted her head in confusion.

“I don’t mind.”

“No, even if you don’t mind, I do. No, we all do!”

Desperately shouting like that, I turned to Jamie with persuasive words.

“Master. This might be a matter of your reputation. How can you just stand by and watch one of your only two disciples get defeated by a sword-wielding fool? So please…”

At my desperate plea, Jamie smiled faintly and called my name softly.

“Kamon.”

“Yes.”

“Stop this useless fuss and go out.”

“No, Master!”

“Ah, really. Just fight and win. Why are you so scared and whining?”

“How can I beat Kyle?”

He’s a monster.

He’s a cheat character created by the damn author who created this world.

“…”

Seeing me speak as if it were the most obvious thing, Jamie was momentarily speechless before she chuckled and nodded.

“Well, you couldn’t even beat Chelsea, so there’s no way you could beat Kyle.”

“Master, so please…”

Just as I was about to beg Jamie again desperately.

“Chelsea, what do you think?”

“Huh?”

“Do you think Kamon has no chance of beating Kyle?”

“Um…”

At Jamie’s sudden question, Chelsea fell silent and seemed to be in deep thought.
Seeing this, I reacted quickly.

“Master. I’m serious. If there’s a way, as the Yellow Mage Jamie, there must be…”

“I think he can do it.”

At that moment, Chelsea’s voice interrupted, and everyone’s eyes turned to her.

“What?”

“What is it?”

Jamie and I almost shouted simultaneously.

Chelsea looked back and forth between us and spoke.

“I don’t know if he can win the duel, but I think I know a way for him not to lose.”

Chelsea’s clear voice made her look like an angel descending from the heavens.