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“Why are you acting like that, making me feel bad?” Princess Rie looked at him with interest before saying her goodbyes and leaving. The princess’s gaze was alluring, but it felt like she was peering into his soul. Being around her only made me feel sick. Luckily, it seemed to have passed without much issue. This part of the story can change anyway. It was a necessary action to change the image of ‘Rudy Astria,’ an unlikeable human being. One of Rudy Astria’s deaths came from when all the members of the academy turned against him. Furthermore, the short speech given at the top of the stage should be to everyone's liking. One of the things I disliked the most when I was a student was listening to the speeches or lectures given by the principal or teachers. 'Take care of your health' or 'study hard' - hearing about these simple things was annoying It would be nice to say it briefly like this and be done with it. I think other students would have liked it too. I would have given a standing ovation after listening to such a short speech. Anyway, that's not the issue. Even if I focused more on that, there was nothing I could do right now. What I needed to do was to focus on my growth. The ‘Status window’ appeared before my eyes, just like in a game.

Name: Rudy Astria Age: 17 Abilities: Beginner Magic LV6, Fire Magic LV5, Wind Magic LV3, Swordsmanship LV2, Spirit Magic LV2

It was the first action I took after realizing I had transmigrated - checking my status screen. Luckily, it appeared normally and I was able to learn about myself. When I first saw the name, 'Rudy Astria,' I was taken aback. But the fact that I had a beginner magic level of 6 made me sigh in relief. In the game, the protagonist starts with a beginner magic level of 1. But this guy, had a magic level of 6 as if he had used cheats from the start. I wonder how the protagonist could have defeated someone with such an overpowered ability, but of course, it was a stroke of luck... However, even with fraudulent abilities, the top is difficult to reach. There are practical classes in the academy that teach magical abilities, but there are also theory classes. No matter how good your abilities are, it would be meaningless if you don’t get good grades in theory classes. I rummaged through the luggage left behind by the knight and pulled out some books. 'Basic Theory of Magic' 'Elemental Studies' 'Imperial History' I saw several books. "Haah..." I already have a headache looking at these thick books. But studying was the only way to survive. Anyway, I already knew what was going to happen with other academy-related matters, so all I had to do was study. I tore out a page from my notebook and wrote with my pen: ‘If you don’t study, you'll die.’ Study or die. It wasn’t an ordinary student’s resolution. It was more like a fact. I just wrote down the truth. I can’t afford to be lazy. I opened the book on basic magic theory.

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Next day I headed to the classroom with my book. The teaching style at the Liberion Academy was similar to that of a university. There was no morning attendance like in high school. Students could apply for the classes they wanted. The academy would then create a timetable for the students based on their entrance exams. For practical classes like magic practice, they divide students according to ability level. If students at different levels take the same class, it becomes difficult to pace. For exams, everyone takes the same test. There is no consideration for individual differences. According to the timetable created by the academy, my first class was basic magic theory. The theory class is also divided into separate groups, but based on the number of students. On my way to the classroom, I noticed someone who caught my eye. Familiar black hair, unlike the colorful hair of the other characters. It was Evan, the protagonist of this game. He was the guy who overcame all sorts of trials and became the top of the academy solely through his efforts. He was a character I empathized with. Seeing him gave me a feeling of joy, but it's not a good idea to approach him too familiarly. I need to think of him as my rival so that he will try harder to surpass me. I needed to think of him as my enemy so that I could push myself to excel. Come to think of it, several characters will be attending this first class together. After Evan went into the classroom, I followed him in. “Let’s get started with the class.” With the professor's words from the front, the class started. “I am Professor George Mackenzie, in charge of Basic Magic Theory. Today is the first day of class, so let’s start with self-introductions.” Self-introductions. I didn’t like it. It was an event that happened in games to introduce characters, but in reality, it was an embarrassing situation. Who would prepare a proper self-introduction like in a game or a novel? “Let’s start with our top student from the entrance exam, Rudy.” It was an event that occurred to introduce characters in the game. But in reality, this is an embarrassing situation. Who would be properly prepared to introduce themselves like in games or novels in real life? “Let's start with introducing students in order, starting with Rudy, our top scorer on this year's entrance exam." I’ve seen this scene many times before. I saw it many times to see all the endings in the game. Since there was no way to skip the opening event, I had to endure it. And there was an important point to this event. It was the first scene that started Evan's dislike of me. Sigh. To make Evan dislike me, I have to repeat the lines of ‘Rudy Astria’. Even if I ignore other situations, it was important to proceed with the stories related to Evan. I have to buy the dislike of Evan in the early stages. Of course, I have to fix his disfavor later, but for now, it was right to act according to the story. Evan’s initial motivation is his dislike of ‘Rudy Astria.’ His animosity towards me will make him put effort into overcoming me. The more Evan tries, the faster he will grow. Then he will be able to resolve the early scenes without any problems. But... it was so embarrassing. I had to say lines from the game, especially the lines that would make me unlikeable, like a chuunibyou villain. It's better to say the cool lines of a protagonist than to say the dislikeable chuunibyou lines. They're still cool lines, even though they are cheesy. I was hesitant, but I had to do it to survive. Okay. I have to endure this level of embarrassment. I stood up from my seat and took a haughty posture. “I am Rudy Astria of the Dukedom of Astria. You filthy and petty bastards. Be grateful that you're sharing the same space and breathing the same air as me, you dirty and lowly creatures .” I feel like I should summon the Black Flame Dragon from my right hand now. Inside, I wanted to pull my hair in self-reproach, but I didn’t release my arrogant attitude. Looking around, some people frowned at me, and some people glared at me. From the first class, I made enemies of my classmates. I had to change this image, but at the beginning, I couldn't help it. Especially in front of Evan... “Um... okay" "Next student.” The professor listened to me and moved on. I was able to sit down after hearing those words. If I had stayed a few more seconds, wouldn't I have died of embarrassment... It was an action I had to take to survive, but it felt like they could also kill me. “Ahem. I am Luna Railer from the Railer Viscount family! I’m not very skilled, but please take care of me!” Upon hearing the name 'Luna Railer', I regained my composure. 'Luna Railer' This girl was also one of the main heroines of the game, like the Imperial Princess. Although she is one of the main heroines, she is the most difficult character to conquer. And the one I need for the plan I've set up.