The representative educational institution for Awakened Beings is none other than this place, Han-yul Military Academy.
Han-yul Military Academy is one of the nationally accredited institutions of higher education, functioning as a university.
In addition to major courses, it conducts research in related fields of study, provides various combat training programs, and upon graduation, offers degrees just like any other regular university.
It must be common knowledge that if you’re born as an Awakened Being in the Republic of Korea, attending Han-yul Military Academy is standard practice.
“That’s all old talk. In the end, what truly matters for Awakened Beings is real combat experience. And the only place that can offer that is our Guild Academy.”
However, not all Awakened Beings enroll at Han-yul Military Academy. There are those who go straight into the field without additional training, known as street fighters, and others, like in Ryu Jung-min’s current situation, who choose Guild Academy.
Guild Academy refers to educational facilities run by guilds themselves, not by the state. You can think of them as cram schools. The Moonyul Guild Academy even has the title “Doyoon,” so its educational standards should be beyond reproach. It’s surely staffed with all-star instructors.
“How about it? Instead of wasting your time sitting in a lecture hall, why not come to our Guild and learn something real?”
Right now, I’m receiving a recruitment offer. Not just any offer, but directly from Ryu Jung-min, the Guild Leader of Doyoon.
But am I really that valuable? I’m only a C-rank.
I decided to at least ask why he picked me.
“Why me specifically?”
“I saw potential in you.”
What exactly did he see potential in me for? All I showed in the physical test was a 1.80-meter long jump.
And I don’t have any special skills that could make up for that result in the remaining period. This body isn’t just weak physically; it’s also a complete novice when it comes to magical powers.
I don’t understand why he’s pushing for a contract just two days into the physical tests. I’m not some super-valuable asset like Arna…
“I can clearly see it. Your latent potential.”
Ryu Jung-min is different from other scouts. He doesn’t rely on data; he finds talented students based on his own intuition, and he’s extremely skilled at it.
Surprisingly, it’s thanks to his keen eye that he managed to develop Doyoon into a large guild.
You might say he has the Midas touch.
“By the way, our Doyoon hasn’t made any contract offers to anyone yet. Meaning, you’re our first pick.”
Ryu Jung-min confidently puffed out his chest as he said this.
The atmosphere around me began to stir.
— Did you hear? Shin Yoon-seong is the first pick…
— Not even Arna… or Rashid, who dominated the physical tests yesterday… it’s Shin Yoon-seong…?
If we compare it to sports, it’s like kicking out top prospects in the first round of the draft and instead picking someone who normally would only get chosen in a lower round.
It was downright crazy behavior.
And Ryu Jung-min went and did it, right here, right in the middle of the outdoor training center, where all the students are watching.
…
Is this some kind of hidden camera show? He’s seriously going to pick me as his first choice? Did this lady have a bit too much to drink at lunch? This is clearly a major misjudgment.
No matter how hipster he might be, what makes me so special?
All I know how to do is hit people’s heads with a spoon, tease Arna about being a chest-monster, head to the community boards to talk about killing Arna when I’m bored, and make emergency room trips every time I get into a fight.
That’s about it.
“Haha, you’re making quite an interesting face. I see it often. People who make that kind of face…”
At that moment, someone delivered a hard blow to Ryu Jung-min’s head, punching the leader of Doyoon without any mercy.
“Daring to try to poach our precious students? We clearly announced that no contact with students in their first or second year.”
The same silver hair as Ryu Jung-min. Though, it was more like white hair that’s lost its color due to age.
Upon closer inspection, it was Instructor Kim Dong-hak from the Technical Division.
“Ugh… Kim Dong-hak…”
“Shin Yoon-seong is still in his second year. If you want to make an official contract, come back next year. For now, be satisfied with the showcase, Ryu Jung-min.”
“This old geezer!”
Infuriated by being hit by Kim Dong-hak, Ryu Jung-min didn’t hold back and charged forward, wildly flailing his fists.
“Die! Die! Die! Die! Die!…”
But his punches didn’t land. Kim Dong-hak had grabbed Ryu Jung-min by the forehead.
Apparently, there’s quite a size difference, and in terms of reach, Ryu Jung-min couldn’t compete.
“You still have that temper even though you’re already 40.”
“I’m only 38! Don’t recklessly add years to my age!”
The Ryu Jung-min who had captivated everyone with his words just a moment ago was now reduced to a mere child, flailing around while clinging to Kim Dong-hak.
Kim Dong-hak, still holding onto Ryu Jung-min’s forehead, looked around at the students.
“What are you all standing around for? Physical testing begins soon, so get ready.”
The students returned to their respective spots to warm up, quickly restoring order.
“And Shin Yoon-seong.”
“Yes, Instructor.”
“You’re still in your second year.”
Joining the Guild Academy would require leaving Han-yul Military Academy, meaning I’d need to drop out.
Kim Dong-hak warned me that it might be too early to make such a decision.
I nodded to show I understood.
“Yes, I understand.”
“Good. That’s fortunate.”
Kim Dong-hak finally released his grip on Ryu Jung-min’s forehead. With a scowl, Ryu Jung-min confronted Kim Dong-hak.
“Hmph! Since when did this old geezer start caring so much about students? It’s laughable!”
“Ryu Jung-min, have you forgotten the debt of gratitude you owe to your teacher?”
“What? Are you talking about me? That I owe you, Kim Dong-hak, some kind of favor?”
Ryu Jung-min stared blankly at Kim Dong-hak, a question mark visibly floating over his head.
“If you don’t remember, I’ll have to remind you.”
Kim Dong-hak gave a faint smile. He began to dig up an old buried memory from the past.
“It must have been over 10 years ago, probably when you were a first-year. During a training exercise where you wet your pants…”
“Aaah…! Aaaaargh…! Stop…! Noooooo!”
Ryu Jung-min desperately tried to cover Kim Dong-hak’s mouth. It must have been getting close to time for the physical tests, as Kim Dong-hak took Ryu Jung-min away from the outdoor training center to prevent further embarrassment.
— Do you know what would happen if you said that to someone else? You’d die by my hand, understand?
— Do you still have the underwear I bought for you?
— SHUUUT UUUUPPPP!!!
As a result, the contract discussion never really went anywhere.
Frankly, I never intended to join the Guild Academy from the start.
Because Arna wouldn’t be there.
“Hmph…”
Meanwhile, Arna had quietly approached me. She was standing awkwardly nearby, clearing her throat uncomfortably. She clearly had something to say.
“What is it?”
“Ah, um, well…”
Arna awkwardly scratched her cheek. Then she hesitantly spoke.
“Are you… going to drop out?”
“Drop out?”
So it was about Ryu Jung-min’s proposal earlier. She was wondering if I was really going to join Doyoon.
“Why? Do you want me to leave as soon as possible?”
“N-no! That’s not what I meant!”
“Then what is it? It’s all over your face.”
“…”
Arna’s flustered expression gradually turned cold. She abruptly turned her head away.
“Hmph! Well, good riddance! The only thing you’ll do by staying here is cause harm! So please leave as soon as possible!”
Arna continued without stopping. Her tone was harsher than usual.
“Probably not just me, but everyone probably thinks this way. No one wants you to stay here! No one!”
─── EveryHunter Han-yul Military Academy ───
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[Breaking] Combat Division 2nd Year Shin Yoon-seong, About to Sign with Doyoon!
Lol, Ryu Jung-min showed up at the outdoor training field.
He went straight up to Shin Yoon-seong and suggested a contract.
Since official contracts can’t be made yet, he just wants Shin Yoon-seong to drop out and come to their Guild Academy.
The funniest part? Doyoon’s first ever 1st pick is Shin Yoon-seong lololol. They didn’t even go to Arna lololol.
Passed on Arna for Shin Yoon-seong lololol.
What the hell is this??
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└ Shin Yoon-seong as the 1st pick? This guy’s trolling. Reporting this thread.
└ How could they pass on Arna for Shin Yoon-seong? I really can’t understand, just asking.
└ This guy with 0 wins and 24 losses is Doyoon’s 1st pick lololol. Does Ryu Jung-min have some Yasuo video or something?
└ Seems like Doyoon’s out of bullets… They don’t have the contract money for Arna so they’re just grabbing the nearest scrub…
└ So what’s Shin Yoon-seong’s reply? Accepting the contract?
└ If I were Shin Yoon-seong, I’d drop out immediately and join Doyoon lol. Straight into a big corp, absolute honey.
└ Definitely the right choice here.
“Aah…!”
BANG!
But there was one person. Someone who wanted Shin Yoon-seong to stay at the school.
That person was Choi Soo-eun.
