Chapter 74 - 74: Desires Beckoning And Plans Advancing (2/2)
”I don't see any fourth years or rather any rank fours.” Aron replied as he noticed the highest rank returning students were rank threes.
”Well that's no surprise, some returning students have been here far longer than four years but haven't attained rank four. It's a very demanding rank and the competition is fierce. As for those who do have rank four, they aren't obligated to return to the academy unless called for. Most of them are out there searching for ruins and such.” Xavier explained with a smile on his face and Aron nodded at his words.
”Makes sense I suppose. It at least explains why the returning students haven't caused trouble publicly with commoners.” Aron muttered before exiting the assembly hall with Xavier in toll. ”Well yea, I hear most influential rank threes are two busy trying to rank up to pay attention to commoners while the troublesome are scared because there's a rank four commoner present. They're smart enough not to act haphazardly.”
When Xavier explained that reasoning, Aron did notice quite the number of rank threes staring at him as he left the assembly hall. Waiting for him outside were Jin, Jagu and Evanora who joined him as he was walking.
”You two look terrible.” Aron nonchalantly pointed out upon seeing Jagu and Jin. ”Tsk, just one more he said, it will be fine he said.” Jagu growled in irritation and looked at Jin who simply shrugged him off.
”For someone who claims to be aiming for top spot you sure complain a lot. What's a warrior who can't handle his booze?” Jin's logic was enough to make Jagu go silent and ponder his words carefully as if he had said something wise. ”Hmm?”
”By the way the we've secured the documents for the property that will act as our factions base. The noisy busty woman also said she'd have the cloaks ready by the end of the day.” While Jagu was pondering, Jin updated Aron on the progress they'd made so far.
”Good, the quicker we have everything in order the better. Have everyone gather there later today for the faction's first official meeting. I'll be taking my leave now.” Aron instructed as he got ready to make a turn, however Evanora quietly followed him like a shadow.
”I'm going to Academy's library.” Aron told her but Evanora just stared blankly at him like it had nothing to do with her.
”You can't eat in the library.” Aron added and finally she decided to respond ”Evanora will be home then.” She responded before walking away, just like that.
What a strange girl. Everyone thought as they each dispersed and went to carry out Aron's instructions. As for Aron, he made his way to the library, hoping to find some useful information and knowledge.
However just outside the door leading to the library, Aron found a large group of students lined up.
”What's this all about....?”