The Max Level Hero Has Returned!

Chapter 444

Chapter 444

"I will never forget the contributions your parents made. Even if everyone forgets, I will ensure that I remember. Once again, I welcome you all. In this place, you will learn how to lead a better life in the future.”

If they did not know how to write, they would be taught. If they lacked knowledge of swordsmanship, they would be instructed on the ways of the sword. As for magic, they would be guided toward the truths.

“If we put our trust in you, Lord,” one of the astute children cautiously inquired. “What awaits us?”

“A future.”

“Stop lying! I'm sure there's no need for such grandiosity!”

“Just trust in me.”

Not many children grasped the full weight of Davey's imposing words, but they could all sense his sincerity. The entire auditorium became a sea of tears. The quick-witted older children wept as they looked around, as if remembering that their parents had already passed. Even the younger ones joined in upon seeing most people around them crying.

“Wow... What am I witnessing?”

“My goodness... So, he built this grand academy for these children?”

The students of Shakuntala Academy's Class F stepped back, their jaws nearly touching the ground.

“I always thought he was a completely crazy psychopath...”

“He's the kind of person who backs up his words with actions.”

“That's probably why he holds the title of 'Saint.' His ability to follow through is extraordinary.”

They realized that even if Davey lacked the funds or power to execute his plans, he would find a way to make them happen. That was the kind of person Davey, the eccentric instructor who had taught them for a short while, was.

Timmy Lendarouge, one of Class F's students observing Davey from a distance, glanced at his classmates when he heard their surprised murmurs.

He saw Alyssa Yosefov shedding tears, evidently influenced by the sobbing children. Loisa Foren and Serend Reta's eyes had reddened as well. Even the gruff and brusque Celvice avoided Timmy's gaze and cleared his throat. However, Timmy could see his pupils trembling.

“Our Instructor may usually come off as a crazy psychopath, but...”

“He's a man deserving of respect. Despite being only slightly older than us, we have much to learn from him.”

None of the students of Shakuntala Academy had ever thought or planned as deeply as Davey. Although they sympathized with these children, they lacked the courage to take action on their own. Their instructor, who was their age, was different. Perhaps that was the distinction between them and him.

Many things had changed for the students of Class F since they first met Davey. In a short time, Class F had become a formidable group that even Class A students feared.

If that was the case for them, what about Josiah Frances, the highest-ranking student in Class F?

"Slurp..."

Timmy, hearing a peculiar sound, turned to its source, his eyes widening. Josiah was gazing at Instructor Davey as if he were a delectable meal.

"I think he'd taste good if I could sink my teeth into his neck..."

Clearly, she was a girl who had previously shown little interest in anything or shared her troubles with others. But much had changed in this short span. Did she, by any chance, harbor inexplicable feelings for Instructor Davey?

Timmy couldn't help but shake his head. It appeared that the walls Josiah had constructed around herself were far more intricate than he had imagined."

***

The academy opening was a success. As for the students, they all completed their entrance ceremony successfully, marveling at their new, mysterious, and beautiful surroundings. Interestingly, there were more children from other nations than from the Rowane Kingdom. Since they had attracted people from outside of their own accord, they were now facing criticism.

"These are the complaints sent by each nation. Some nations didn't participate, but this thoughtless behavior cannot be seen as a good thing either."

Archbishop Alice, who had taken on the role of vice dean, handed several documents to Davey.

"Ah, wait... I only came here to teach. I didn't intend to interfere in the prince's politics."

"There's no avoiding it; we're just getting started. Just ignore their complaints. It's quite ironic, isn't it? These mean-spirited individuals normally wouldn't care if they lived or died. It's only at times like this that they take their time to criticize others."

She achieved early graduation. Josiah Frances, a genius who had amassed considerable power and prestige, suddenly challenged the faculty exams in pursuit of her goals. To everyone's astonishment, she not only passed but did so with flying colors, earning herself an early diploma.

For Shakuntala Academy, this development was both a source of pride and embarrassment. Few students had ever graduated early from the academy. In fact, the faculty exams they had administered were filled with questions and problems that were still far too advanced for students with limited experience and knowledge.

Since Josiah had aced the challenging math and mana control tests, which even faculty members found daunting, they couldn't justify making her go through middle and high school levels anymore.

Josiah Frances, now qualified to join Shakuntala Academy's faculty, chose to forgo the conventional path laid out for her and went straight to Davey after visiting the Mage Tower.

"Please give me a job," she proudly requested. "I'm highly confident that I can teach children now, considering I passed the exam."

Davey grinned at her request. Despite being close in age, he still viewed her as his student, given the short time they had spent together. Under Davey's guidance, Josiah's potential had grown exponentially. While some of her progress could be attributed to her exceptional lineage as the Vampire Lord, it was also the result of her hard work.

Observing her confident demeanor, Davey asked, "You want a job here? It won't be easy, you know?"

"I don't mind," she replied confidently.

Davey smiled warmly and teased, "Stop causing a commotion, Josiah Frances. Your interest lies not in the students but in my blood."

"Oh my, you got me," she replied, revealing her sharp fangs. "You didn't reward me earlier, did you? Well, then, give it to me now. Let me take a sip."

"No."

She frowned, a furious expression crossing her face at Davey's straightforward response. "No. Why?"

"Why? Are you going to spread rumors that you're a vampire just because you're experiencing withdrawal symptoms?"

"Ugh..."

"See? It's like this. Besides, you're not yet good enough to join the faculty here."

In essence, she didn't meet the standards.

Josiah glared at Davey, a resentful look in her eyes. "Other places are willing to extend an olive branch to me! Why can't I join this place?"

"All the humans here are much stronger than you, and they've all received lessons from me."

Josiah paled at Davey's words. "That... that..."

"I'll let you join if you really want to. However, you'll need to take special lessons from me for a month or two."

‘Don’t worry, I’m not such a scary person. At the very least, it would be more lenient than how I was taught.’

"I'm already content being a part of the faculty!" It seemed like Josiah didn't want to experience hell once again, given her anxious withdrawal.

"I feel ashamed whenever the instructor hits me! It's the first time I've felt disgusted with myself! Why do I even feel good even after being hit?"

"Then our conversation is over. What about the others?"

"Everyone already had a goal in mind. As for me, well, I don't really care about goals. But everyone seemed sad when they heard that I would be joining the instructor."

"I'll have to set aside a day to speak with them, then." It was quite amusing to see Josiah smirk at his words.

"So, what should I do?"

"If you head east of the academy, you'll find the Magic Department. Go there and report."

Josiah wouldn't have to worry about her salary. Davey assured her that she would receive various benefits and even a bonus.

After sending Josiah away, Davey turned his attention to the remaining issues he needed to address.

"Please let us enter the academy!"

"That's right! Why can commoners enter and not us?"

"Are you telling us that those lowly commoners can come before us?"

Davey realized he needed to deal with these clueless and naive individuals sooner rather than later.