Chapter 57: Noticing the Truth

As usual, once the students returned to the school after the summer holiday, the first week was dedicated for the preparation for Battle Fiesta. The lessons were limited to practical classes only and mostly it was self-study.

Some students were wielding their swords while others were practicing magic. And some with hidden ambition were putting effort on getting closer to their idol. Everyone was spending their time in their own way.

Around this time last year, Raz was doing muscle training. But this time, she was not even in the training ground. A red-haired student was running around the training ground, calling out Razs name.

Raz-saaan! Master Razee!

It was Ian Masse Durhua, the winner for 1st Year students in the previous winter tournament. Everyone still remembered how he fought brilliantly after changing his specialized weapon from sword to polearm.

H- How did this happen? Raz Granoli hid behind the school building nearby the training ground. She had a perplexed look on her face and felt this was the most embarrassing moment she had since joining the academy.

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Raz wondered how the red-haired young man was able to go around shouting her name in a childlike manner without feeling embarrassed. For her, this scene looked like a lost child shouting for their parents, or a child shouting for their lost pet, or maybe someone in a very dangerous situation.

Master Razee! Please shout back if you can hear meee! Ian was running around the training ground and dojo gym while calling her name.

Raz felt the situation was bad because she didnt want to attract attention. The other students were curious about this person called master by Ian. Since this tournament would affect their future career path, the students, especially those who wanted to join the Knights were secretly observing Ians actions.

Raz was initially on her way to the training ground after stopping by the library. She instinctively went into hiding and now she had missed the right timing to go out.

Aa-. How did this happen? Hmm. It was my fault Raz muttered to herself with a disappointment. In the distance, she could still hear Ian calling out her name. I already told him not to call me Master

She only intended to give him some advice during the winter tournament and had never thought it would cause such a troublesome situation. She felt that she hadnt done much for him but for some reason Ian was looking for her. Given his personality, most likely he wanted to ask her for a match.

Raz thought that maybe she could slack off and lose a match. But she had already won once. The single-minded and stubborn Ian wouldnt be convinced easily. She needed to be cautious with these types of people with good instinct. Raz hold her breath and stay perfectly quiet in her hiding spot while thinking of a countermeasure.

Well They already know my fake identity as an adventurer anyway.

There were many talented students in this academy, so it was not rare if some of them were registered as adventurers. After all, this was an aristocratic school. Most family paid extra attention on their childrens education. Of course, some of them would never allow their children to do dangerous thing. However, most young men preferred to excel in both literary and martial arts. Most of the students in this academy were likely have been taught by experienced tutors from an early age.

Is it okay if I show off a little bit of my power? But the opponent is Ian

When Raz tried to imagine what would happen if she defeated the top rank Ian, she groaned in frustration.

Besides, wont they notice that Im Wolf Fang if I show off my power?

She focused back her drifting thoughts. The cast members of this otome game were all impressive people. Most importantly, they were all good-looking. Whatever they did, it will definitely attract attention. In comparison, the commoner Raz Granolis specialty movement magic looked bland and dull.

After all, she was called the Ghost of the Executioner by other countries. Because of her fighting style of moving around freely and defeating enemies without showing her face, even some of Shians military personnel didnt know her identity, let alone other countries. Sometimes, when she met a new person in the military, some of them would look at her weirdly and wondered why was the kid wearing military uniforms. And sometimes, this kind of person would mess with her. Even if she was wearing a military uniform, even if she said that she was the leader of 537th SAB and had the title Wolf Fang, some people just wouldnt believe her because of her appearance. Then, all the more

Wait a minute. So, if I show off my power here, I dont think anyone would find out my identity. Isnt it?

Even if she took it seriously, if she went all out, she could accomplish her mission without anyone noticing her. She certainly had the capability. After all, Raz Orphan was the first person to receive the title Wolf Fang alive. Because she was a one-of-a-kind living legend.

Raz was stunned. Why didnt she ever notice such a simple thing before? Since she entered the school as a scholarship student and already made a fake confession that she was an adventurer, it wouldnt be strange if she was excellent both in study and martial arts.

Haha Raz laughed at herself for being too desperate trying to hide her identity that she couldnt even notice this.

She had met some precious friends when she entered the academy. When she interacted with Carna and Folia as Raz Granoli, she didnt want them to know she was a soldier. It would be even scarier if they found out about her title Wolf Fang.

It was pretty simple. Raz was afraid that her current relationship with them would be broken if they found out she was a soldier. For the first time in her life, she managed to meet friends that she could establish emotional bond with. It was not something that could be achieve easily. For Raz, it was more precious than any expensive magic stone. Unknowingly, she was very fond of this place.

Although her job was to protect the country, she rarely revealed her identity as the Wolf Fang who had made various military achievements. After reassessing this matter, she felt that her heart had become a little lighter. She had made up her mind to do her best as the bodyguard in this academy. Alright. Ill do my best. Oh, wait. What made me think about this again? Raz asked herself.

Raz-saaan!

Oh, right. Hearing the voice calling out her name reminded her of the situation. When she took a peek at the training ground, she saw Ian talking to Folia.

Her train of thought had derailed. She was confident that nobody would realize that she was Wolf Fang even if she showed off her power, but that was only when she acted as a soldier. She would never show off her power against the students. Besides, if she defeated Ian, the talent scouts would be chasing after her.

Hmm. For now, lets just pretend to know nothing. She had decided to ignore the situation. But then, she wondered whether she would be able to keep running away for this whole preparation week. She turned her steps while thinking about it and was surprised to see a young man standing right in front of her.

Found you, scholarship student. What are you doing here? Ian is looking for you.

She had detected his presence nearby but she thought he would ignore her. She didnt expect that he would talk to her. She watched Adis Lag Zars closely and was astounded.

Im pretty sure I was moving surreptitiously Acting furtively could arouse suspicion, so she made sure to blend in with the crowd. She didnt expect to be found out by a student.

You Please keep it a secret that Im here Raz said as she turned to walk away.

Wait! Adis stopped her.

Considering that he had managed to find her, he must have a reason to look for her. Yes? Raz waited for him to talk.

Hmm. Well You It was very rare for him stammering his words when he usually spoke sarcastically with her. He hemmed and hawed a bit, before finally making up his mind and looked straight into her eyes. Let me ask you a question.

Raz: What is it?

Adis: You did you get engaged with someone?

Huh? Raz was surprised by the unexpected question.

Looking at her reaction, Adis assumed it was a negative response, so he immediately said, Never mind. I must have heard wrong. Please forget what Ive s-

Raz: H- How did you know?

Adis: Huh?!

Raz was caught off guard because only military personnel should know about this matter. Did the Prime Minister tell him about this? She immediately doubted Welrian for leaking the news.

It wasnt just Raz that was surprised by this conversation Adis widened his eyes and grabbed Razs shoulders. Whats going on? Who is the person youre going to marry? Dont tell me youre getting married for money.

Raz stood stiff looking at his serious reaction. Thats not true! I did propose to get engaged. But the people around me persuaded me to think calmly, and in the end, the engagement plan was cancelled! Raz replied to him like she was making a report in the military. Her engagement plan with Julius couldnt be executed because her comrades begged her to reconsider.

Adis: So, you actually are not engaged?

Raz: Thats right.

Adis let go of her shoulder when he heard her answer.

Wait a minute. Did you say you propose to get engaged?

Yes. Raz replied with a serious face.

Adis looked at her doubtfully. Do you have someone you like?

No. I wanted to get engaged for a reason. Of course, I do like her. But it was not romantically type of like.

Her?!

To be precise, she is a man. But she has a maiden heart. Honestly, she is full of feminine qualities, so Ive always wanted her as my wife.

Wife

Other than her, I dont think theres anyone who wants to get engaged with me.

Adis was speechless. Raz explanation was quite bizarre, so it took him quite a while to digest the information.

So, you proposed to get engaged with her due to a situation. But in the end, the plan was cancelled. Did I get it right?

Yes. Exactly.

Can you tell me the reason why you need to get engaged?

For a moment, Raz hesitated to answer his question. But since Adis also knew about the Book of Prophecies, she decided to be honest with him. Just in case, she activated the soundproofing device.

Carna-sama is scared that her engagement might get called off. So, I was wondering if I should substitute her and get my engagement called off first.

Once again, Adis was speechless. He stared at her, saying, Are you seriously saying that?

Yes, Im serious.

Adis breathe out a sigh. Why are you always like this? Why cant you treat yourself well?

Raz could sense that he was worried about her from his tone, but she couldnt understand which part of this story caused him to be worried. She was puzzled.

In the memory of her previous life, getting a divorce was very common, let alone breaking an engagement. Since she was getting engaged with the premise of calling it off, she didnt feel anything wrong about it.

Looking at the puzzled look on her face, Adis scratched his head.

Just the other day, Welrian suddenly said to him, A commoner who goes to the academy most likely will have lots of marriage proposals waiting for them when they return home.

Vanessa, who was with them at the time, was shocked and replied, Could it be? while glancing at Adis.

It was a trigger set by Welrian to push his son, who was slow to take action. Vanessa responded, knowing that Adis had lost to a commoner girl. The only person she could think of was Raz.

Adis was doubtful about what Welrian had said. But it made him curious, so he decided to get an answer and verified it directly. He was glad that he asked her. Her reckless action always made him worried.

Dont try to solve the problem by yourself. I know you dont want to make her worried. If you think its difficult to discuss with Prince Ruben, then you can just talk to me. Ill definitely cooperate with you.

Y- Yes

Okay. Then Ill leave first. Adis left Raz at her hiding place. He went out and immediately called out to Ian making Raz thought that she was going to get busted.

Adis: Want to have a match? Im looking for someone to practice with.

Ian: Sounds great! Lets go!

After finding an opponent to fight, Ian stopped looking for Raz. She noticed that Adis was sneaking a glance at her while the two guys were walking to the training ground.

He meant to help me She hurriedly bowed her head. For the first time, Raz thought that Adis might be a good guy.