Chapter 107: Someone Always Wants to Clip My Wings
The dean and vice dean of the college were sitting in the office, discussing this year's College Cup.
"Last College Cup, we won the upperclassmen's Best Magic Device and the freshmen's top spot in Potion Studies. It's been three years already, we must bring back more trophies this time."
Morris, the dean of the Magic College, used to be the director of the Royal Institute of Magic, and now serves as the dean of the Royal Academy after stepping down. He has received numerous medals, is highly respected, and has a good reputation.
He touched his white beard and smiled, saying, "These past three years have produced many talented students."
Sitting beside him was a strict-looking old man in black robes, wearing glasses, with a stern face. He was the world-renowned Alchemist Master Wick, also the honorary dean of the college.
He snorted, "At least my students must win two awards in Alchemy, they should excel even in team competitions, even if..."
Wick's face darkened, "If I could team up with the hero and the princess, winning the championship would be a sure thing. No, I must..."
Morris glanced at him and said lightly, "You better not think about it. The last incident has upset the queen and the princess."
Upon hearing this, Wick's face turned completely black and he muttered, "Just a meaningless playboy, compared to a future Alchemist Master with great potential and impeccable character... I really don't know what the king is thinking."
"Even if Fenix is unpleasant, he is still the princess's fiance in name, and his strength is not bad either."
Morris sounded a bit helpless, not towards Fenix, but towards his own talented yet arrogant and solitary old friend.
Last time when he went to another academy for an exchange, he found out upon returning that his old friend had assigned the princess to another team. Luckily, the Sword Saint intervened and reassigned her back; otherwise, the Fenix family would have caused a big fuss about it.
"Speaking of which, their team will definitely take first place this time."
The other two vice principals also joined in the conversation, but as they were chatting, a teacher came in and handed a list to the principal.
Morris glanced over it and nodded in satisfaction, "Good, Fenix, the hero, the princess, and a new 11th-grade spear warrior, victory is already in the bag. Also, Wick, your student has formed a team as well: an 11th-grade knight, a 10th-grade magic swordsman, and a 10th-grade mage, a very good lineup."
(Rayne's "two wings" are currently in second grade, so they can't be put together)
Wick's eye twitched, although still somewhat unsatisfied, but didn't say anything and walked away.
After he left, a deputy head sighed, "Old Wick values his apprentice more than all his previous students."
Morris laughed, "After all, besides being extremely talented, that child is more adept at socializing than others, very popular, has Wick's talent, and complements where he lacks. So in his eyes, he should be the most perfect student."
"It seems like the headmaster has high hopes for Rayne?"
"You could say that, but I'm worried that Wick might do something foolish for his students again."
...
The next day's practical combat class, a young teacher entered the training ground, spoke a few words to the temporary combat instructor, and then Emilia and Elise were called over.
Rin glanced, feeling slightly curious, but didn't pay too much attention, instead blatantly showing off his fire magic skills to Christo.
"Stop daydreaming, hurry up and run! If you run slowly, I will turn you into roasted chicken! Run fast!"
"Yes... Young Master Rin!"
Christo quickly wiped his dirty face, looking very messy as he dodged and ran around, appearing very determined.
The extremely cruel act of "bullying" naturally caused outrage once again.
Rayne quickly appeared again, standing directly in front of Rin. Rin's hand shook, almost releasing a fireball that could have hit the fish pond.
Rin immediately became very angry, glaring at the other person.
"Fenix!"
Rayne looked stern, still facing Rin with righteousness, "Is bullying others really fun?!"
Rin sneered, continuing in a disdainful tone, "Of course it's fun, am I like a boring person with no fun?"
"Enough! You saved Christo last time, so what's the point of doing this now! I know you're not bad at heart, you can't continue like this! Doing evil is always a dead end in life!"
Rin's head was buzzing a bit, but mostly he was confused.
He thought Rayne would come out and duel with him, but to his surprise... she actually used words to persuade him to turn back?
"I think there's something wrong with your brain, can we duel already? Are you as annoying as a chatterbox and an old witch? Don't you know I have no patience? And, Rayne, do you have the memory capacity of a goldfish? It was Emilia who saved Christo last time, idiot!"
Rayne's blood pressure rose instantly, he could barely control his fists.
He kindly advised Fenix to repent, but he still refused to admit his mistake and spoke harshly.
While they argued here, the atmosphere on the other side was also unfriendly.
"Actually, Teacher Wick asked me to find Miss Hero and Princess, there are some things to discuss."
Emilia stood still, not saying anything, her lifeless gaze had long passed through the men in front of her, landing on Rin.
As for Elise, she politely asked, "May I know why the master is looking for us?"
"Your Highness, have you finalized the team members for the group contest?"
"Hmm, do you have any questions?"
"The teacher meant to say that Fenix has a complicated background and may not be suitable in some ways, so he hopes Your Highness and Miss Hero can consider it carefully..."
Before he could finish speaking, Emilia rudely turned and walked away.
Elise's friendly smile disappeared, and a stern expression appeared between her brows. She said, "Please tell Master Wick, I and Little Rin are engaged, and Emilia and I have teamed up before. We don't want any interference or advice from outsiders. This is the last time."
The royal's sternness and directness in speech, contrasting sharply with their usual warmth and kindness, startled the young teacher.
His face turned pale, realizing he had taken on a difficult task. He quickly said. Apologies for disturbing Your Highness, I will convey the message to the teacher.
Elise nodded, returned to her friendly demeanor, and left eagerly.
It's been a few minutes since Little Rin disappeared, and I can't wait to see him!
Ugh, why do some mean people always try to break me and Little Rin apart, it's so annoying.
That Alchemist Master is really annoying, but he's in a high position so we can't just kick him out directly.
No, when I go back I'll find my sister and quickly figure out a way to get rid of him!
