Legend

Seeing the corpse on the ground with an expression of excitement on its face, Jamir stood up and recited a passage from the scriptures for it, then said with great piety:

"May you return to the embrace of God."

The Knight Commander who had killed the man with a single sword also said with the same piety, "May you return to the embrace of God," showing no guilt for having personally killed him.

"This time, Huidun's accumulated strength around him has been almost completely depleted. If it weren't for that old fellow Achilles constantly instigating Huidun from behind, he wouldn't have had to meet the great God of Light so soon."

"The loopholes outside this matter have been cleaned up. Although Tofis's words might expose some issues, Huidun can't do anything to the church without concrete evidence."

At this moment, the Knight Commander beside Jamir subtly drew the sword at his waist and said:

"Even if Huidun really wants to do something to the church, he'll have to step over my dead body."

Jamir clasped his hands together and said:

"God is with me."

"God is with me."

After the Knight Commander of Light retreated with the corpse, Jamir's gaze turned towards the Count's castle in the city. He wondered what unexpected actions the ambitious Count would take next.

Inside Huidun Academy, this was the largest academy in the entire Earl Huidun's territory. The students who studied here were all children from wealthy and influential families.

The education these students received was also the best in the entire territory, so naturally, their perspectives differed from ordinary people.

And today, a legend had spread within the academy, or at least, it could be called a legend.

Miss Fini, Baron Kekebor's daughter, had a young slave named Brown beside her. During the practical class, this young slave encountered a level six Earth Tyrant Bear. Upon seeing the bear, the slave immediately fulfilled his duty as a slave and drew the fierce beast away from his master.

The rumor was still normal up to this point, but what truly made this event a legend was what happened next.

This slave not only could create glasses that broke divine curses but also possessed astonishing magical talent.

He alone circled the Earth Tyrant Bear in the forest, releasing various spells to attack it. In the final moment, this genius slave unleashed a super-tier magic, directly killing the level six Earth Tyrant Bear.

Those who could unleash super-tier magic were considered legendary figures in historical records because a normal person's physique could not contain such magic; it would directly explode the mage the moment the magic runes formed.

Therefore, after this incident, it became a rumor within the academy.

However, this slave who could unleash super-tier magic was still alive and well. The school authorities also issued an explanation, stating that the rumors were not false.

They also informed all students that the academy did not care about Chen Cheng's slave status; he was a part of the academy, and they would do their best to treat his injuries.

This announcement caused a huge stir because the academy was clearly supporting Chen Cheng, explicitly stating that Chen Cheng was a genius student of the academy, and therefore, the academy would protect him.

This also dispelled the ill intentions of many who were secretly jealous. Although they were the sons and daughters of certain nobles, compared to the academy, their fathers were nothing.

At this moment, in Chen Cheng's magic class, his classmates, who had previously dismissed the rumors as mere gossip, were now gathering around him.

They had all been scared when they heard about the Earth Tyrant Bear appearing in the camp earlier.

But now that they were back, they remembered that Brown was someone who could unleash super-tier magic – a living legend.

Meanwhile, Chen Cheng cursed inwardly. He knew that the emergence of these rumors was definitely related to Coles. That little brat was truly desperate to kill him, trying to use such jealousy to get rid of him.

However, Coles, who was hiding in the shadows and cursing about who could have spread the rumor, sneezed.

This guy wasn't that foolish. If it were outside the academy, he would definitely spread the rumor. But now, it was within the academy.

The rigid professors and the principal within the academy were all old fellows who cherished talent. If they knew that Chen Cheng, who had already been enrolled, possessed such talent, they would protect him rather than let other students persecute such a genius out of jealousy.

It was precisely because of such clear-headed scholars that humanity became the rulers of the entire continent.

Otherwise, if they were all so brainless, wouldn't a genius among humans have to hide in the wilderness, or else, upon discovery, be killed by someone with higher authority?

Given his disposition, he would keep this matter as secret as possible, and then he would quietly leak the information to certain aristocratic proponents. That way, even if the academy reacted later, it would be too late.

However, at this moment, Melinda in the academy principal's office was beaming with a smile. In front of her, Principal Adolf sighed and shook his head:

"Melinda, you spread this rumor within the academy, didn't you?"

Melinda nodded and readily admitted it.

Seeing her like this, Adolf shook his head again:

"Why did you have to do this? Even if the academy can protect him now and get him the attention of the professors, do you know how much pressure he will face after graduation?"

Adolf had no doubt about Melinda having any malicious intentions towards Chen Cheng. Because of years of care and upbringing for Melinda, Adolf knew her heart thoroughly. When she came to him last time to show off the glasses, she kept mentioning Brown. He knew that Melinda, who still had a girlish heart, had a hint of love.

And the fact that her smile hadn't stopped since returning made Adolf realize that there must have been emotional progress between the two.

"Teacher, I know all of this, but I believe in him.

He is the only genius who survived unleashing super-tier magic. I believe that by the time he graduates, his status will no longer be a restraint."

"Moreover, there's something fishy about the appearance of the Earth Tyrant Bear. Although it's impossible to find out who did it, for his safety now, he needs to attract attention, especially from you seniors."

Melinda said this with a playful smile towards Adolf.

Although Adolf disliked Chen Cheng, who had stolen the heart of his adopted daughter and disciple, he was silently blessing the two.

In his eyes, there was no distinction between "wild people" and nobles; in his eyes, there were only humans.

Because in this world, humanity had many enemies, and many powerful races were eyeing humanity, especially since humans occupied the richest and most beautiful land in the world.

"Don't get so excited. I think his mind must be in a mess right now."

Adolf's words were like a bucket of cold water, leaving Melinda speechless. Seeing this, Adolf shook his head and said:

"Professor Pempes will be back from the Royal Academy of Magic in a few days. I'll put on a brave face and beg him for help."

Melinda was so happy at this that she stood up directly and said:

"Thank you, teacher. I believe with Professor Pempes' help, Brown's condition will improve quickly."

Without waiting for old Adolf's face to darken, she then darted out of the principal's office.

When she returned to her own office, she saw Isabel looking at her with an expression of someone enjoying a good show.

"How did it go? Did Principal Adolf scold that kid? I still want to warn you, I can help spread rumors this time, but who knows what will happen next. If that Earl really discovers anything, you'll truly have to flee with your little slave lover."

Melinda nodded to show she understood, then went up to hug Isabel and whispered in her ear:

"It's my luck to have a best friend like you. I was thinking of asking the old man to treat Brown, but Professor Pempes is returning soon, and Brown's injuries will surely get better right away."

"Is that true? I remember Professor Pempes' exchange period isn't for another half a year. Why is he coming back early?" Isabel exclaimed in surprise.

Melinda shook her head and said:

"I don't know about that either. The old man didn't tell me. But you know Professor Pempes' personality; perhaps he's made some new research progress."