Chapter 130: Kimori Kage
The speeches of school leaders are always long and uninteresting. Even in a world where heroes are the main focus, and the old man on the podium was once a powerful hero ranked in the top twenty of the Association, the “Blue Demon,” it couldn’t change the fact that his speech made people drowsy.
“Lastly, I hope that all students can give their best effort while ensuring their own safety, and strive to achieve the best results!!”
The old man’s plain and monotonous voice was transmitted through the broadcast. Perhaps because the speech was nearing its end, even his tone became a little excited.
After the last sentence was broadcast, a moment of silence was followed by enthusiastic applause from the playground, as if everyone had woken up from a dream.
Looking at the students below, their faces flushed with excitement, clapping as if it were a New Year’s celebration, it was unclear whether they were celebrating his speech or their liberation from it.
Kazumi, holding the speech in her hand, couldn’t help but sigh. If it weren’t for such a large-scale event, as the Academy Principal, he would definitely have to be present to prevent any accidents. He usually had his clones handle such thankless tasks. After all, when he was a student, he also disliked the nagging of the bald principal during morning exercises.
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Enthusiastic applause erupted from all around. Kazumi, who had snapped out of her thoughts, skillfully raised her hands and clapped, celebrating the impending end of the boring speech.
She glanced at Sato Shinichi beside her. “Inu” was full of energy, his eyes eagerly fixed on the principal on the high platform. His spirited appearance even made one wonder if he had seriously listened to everything the principal had said.
As if sensing Kazumi’s gaze, Sato Shinichi turned his head, tilting it slightly with a questioning look.
Kazumi shook her head and pointed to Ishiryu Daito, who had walked to the front of the formation, signaling the boy to be quiet.
Actually, Kazumi wanted to talk to Sato Shinichi more. After all, when it came to exams, having someone with inside information by your side, you would naturally want to probe for more details. Moreover, Inu definitely knew more about techniques than she did, which might be helpful for the upcoming test.
Although Kazumi’s goal wasn’t to get a high score, no one would complain about getting a higher score, right?
“Ahem, ahem, everyone quiet down.”
Ishiryu Daito, the homeroom teacher who always had a stern expression, walked over from a distance and stood at the very front of the formation, stopping the students who were whispering among themselves.
The nature of young boys and girls was always like this. Ishiryu Daito didn’t scold them for it, just coughed lightly twice.
“Regarding this test, Principal Niannian has already briefly explained it to everyone, so I will not repeat it here.”
“Our class’s test this time will be conducted together with Class B-2. The teacher in charge of the test is a current Professional Hero, Master Kimori Kage from the Forest Hero Agency. However, I believe you are all aware of this to some extent.”
“The teachers responsible for the test will be here soon. Everyone, rest where you are and adjust your state. Don’t be too nervous; just perform at your usual level.”
Ishiryu Daito’s tone was gentle, and he even made a small joke while speaking. He seemed a bit worried that his students might be nervous about the test, and he was doing the pre-test psychological counseling that a homeroom teacher should do.
Looking at the stern-faced man standing before her, trying his best to soften his expression and comfort everyone, a smile flashed across Kazumi’s face. She had always had a good impression of Ishiryu Daito, a teacher who was always dedicated and considerate of his students.
Since she was in the front row, she gave Ishiryu Daito some face. Following the breathing technique he described, Kazumi closed her eyes and took a deep breath.
Actually, Kazumi felt no tension at all. Or rather, she seemed unable to feel the fluctuations of emotions now, at least when she was alone.
At first, Kazumi thought it was due to the emotionless attribute of the original body. But later, as she gradually developed her abilities, Kazumi realized that the real culprit was the trace of black gas that was continuously flowing into her body from the ability “Black Coffin.”
Recently, with the significant improvement of her abilities, Kazumi had felt the changes in her body. Her disposition, which already had few emotional fluctuations, had become even colder. When she was alone, there were basically no emotional fluctuations, and her body temperature could be felt to be further decreasing.
Although with the influence of energy, her body had been strengthened to some extent, it seemed that due to the nature of the energy, the bonus was not very large. At most, it could be considered within the physical stamina range of a civilian.
Compared to these, Kazumi was more concerned about her decreasing sleep time and her noticeably cold skin. Currently, she didn’t feel any physiological discomfort from these changes. Instead, her calm thinking greatly aided her studies and considerations for the future.
However, such changes were still unreasonable. According to the books, each person’s abilities, depending on their energy attributes, would produce more or less positive feedback on the body. For example, earth-attribute users were generally sturdy, while fire-attribute users had a volatile demeanor.
Of course, unconventional abilities like Kazumi’s were rarely mentioned in books. But based on Kazumi’s current findings,
She seemed to be becoming more and more like a dead person…
“Ohhhhhhh!!!”
The sudden cheers interrupted Kazumi’s deep breathing and thinking. She opened her eyes with some confusion and looked at the surging crowd beside her.
Following the direction of the cheers, Kazumi saw several tall, familiar figures walking in from a side door.
“Light Blade Samurai,” “Lightning Ball,” “Kimori Kage,” “Cloud Mist”…
Having read the hero manual thoroughly, Kazumi knew these frontline heroes like the back of her hand. Seeing these heroes, who usually appeared in textbooks or on television, appear alive before her, even Kazumi couldn’t help but swallow, staring at the tall, slender figure walking closer and closer.
Beneath the wooden mask was a robust and slender physique. The specially made combat clothing not only enhanced the user’s combat capabilities but also provided good protection.
As cheers erupted around Kazumi, the incredibly familiar man walked past the crowd and stood beside Ishiryu Daito and the homeroom teacher of Class B-2. After a brief exchange with the two homeroom teachers, Kimori Kage nodded and walked confidently to the front of the two classes’ formations. His cheerful voice transmitted from beneath the wooden mask.
“Hello everyone, I am your test teacher, my hero name is “Kimori Kage,” and I am currently a Professional Hero at the Forest Hero Agency. If you don’t mind, you can also call me Mr. Kimura.”
(Ps: The editor asked me to change the cover back. Resistance failed, FML.)
(Ps again: The specific details are all in the notice and updates. I’ve complained a lot, so I won’t say anymore. I’ve gotten over my anger, and I need to continue writing.)
(Ps again again: My state is completely shattered, I don’t even know what I’m writing. I’ll probably only have one update in these few days. Sorry.)
