During the afternoon break, I should have found a nice spot and flashed over to level up. After all, the Abyss journey before made me realize my inadequacies, so now I need to hone my skills even more.

Plus, dear World seems to have disappeared to who knows where, triggering tasks becoming scarce. At this point, I can only hunt down some high-experience monsters that are easier to eliminate and gain some experience points myself.

However, for those of us who grind monsters year-round in various online games, this isn't a big deal. The only issue is that the number of certain monsters is quite limited, and we can't endlessly respawn them like in the game, which significantly reduces our efficiency.

Nevertheless, the results are quite good. After half a month, apart from slacking off in class as usual, our group's levels have increased considerably. Not to brag, but my leveling up during this period is still the fastest, probably because I can use a variety of skills. My level has now reached 71.

Well, I must take responsibility for the endangered nearby monsters.

However, due to various reasons, my leveling plans have had to come to a halt since three days ago. It's not because of anything else, but because of a large-scale summer event... no, it's because the academy unexpectedly decided to hold an event called the 'Realm Treasure Battle.' This event requires students to explore deep into the Kranjahbo Forest to enhance their abilities. While it's meant to train the students, I'm feeling quite pressured.

Some of you students are quite special individuals. Is it really a good idea to send you into the forest like this?

Even though this forest is just a dense forest in the northern part of the Witte Empire, if I'm not mistaken, there were reports of a dragon appearing there one week ago.

Yes, a report of a dragon appearing. That means the most mysterious race in this world, dragons, suddenly started showing up in human inhabited areas.

According to records, dragons had moved to the fractured mountain range far north a long time ago. So, why are they appearing now?

But this is probably the academy's main motivation, as most people in this world believe that where dragons appear, treasures follow.

The main focus here is that this treasure hunting activity is divided into two parts: competition between teams and the actual search for the treasure.

This means that even if you find the treasure, it could be snatched by another team before leaving the forest.

At this point, I can only chuckle. Snatch it? Are you joking? Can you stop me when I flash past you?

But it's best not to do such things unless absolutely necessary. After all, as teachers, we should set a good example, right? Always taking advantage is not correct.

Okay, unless I really want that treasure, I can't be bothered.

Because of this, we need to mobilize all 18 students in the class to act together.

But this is the key point.

What class am I in?

The Problem Student class!

Among the 18 people, eight of them don't show up for class in the morning and are just registered. When I carefully checked the class roster, I realized how extraordinary my class truly is.

All four major noble families of the Witte Empire are in our class, not to mention descendants of generals and offspring of founding national heroes. Even members of the medical association and church are here, along with a successor to a Sword Saint. This is unbelievable!

What's even scarier is that I think I saw a familiar name at the top.

Ona Fran.

Well, maybe not everyone remembers this name, but if I say Ona Maple, you should know who I'm talking about, right?

Yes, she is the spy in the Ais Empire, and also Fran's sister. As a member of the magical forces, she seems to have been sent here by her superiors under the guise of mutual learning among allied nations.

Goodness, what have I gotten myself into? These students truly come in all shapes and sizes, with such a variety in styles, and they all share a common characteristic.

They are all so unfocused!

Look at the young man from the General's family, instead of focusing on martial skills, he enjoys playing chess? And he excels in concealed weapons! I can just imagine his father's expression of frustration.

And then there's the boy from the Adams family, instead of properly inheriting the family business and managing internal affairs of the country, he goes off to paint. Still, quite remarkable.

However, these individuals have acquired some special skills due to their unique talents. Despite seeming carefree, after discussing with Ms. Mary for a long time, we decided to mobilize them one by one. Our class is already short on people, and it would be a big problem if there are still some who refuse to participate.

But here comes the problem, these people are not easy to mobilize, especially the one from the Adams family. I still don't know where he went off to paint.

So, for now, we can only work with the people we can find.

That's why I've come here for the third day in a row to play chess with this young man in front of me.

Ben Gerard

Chess player Level 98, Concealed Weapons Level 45

Tactful Strategist, Chess Master, Skilled in Concealed Weapons, Unfocused, Military Strategist, [Unrivaled in Concealed Chess]

"Teacher, give up, it's impossible for you, who has only been learning for three days, to defeat me."

The young man in front of me is dressed in noble attire, with a deep blue slender copper inlaid 'general' chess piece hanging from his waist. He sports a flaxen short hair, and his narrowed eyes always carry a hint of a smile.

But I have to admit, this guy's chess skills are truly fearsome. I don't even need ten minutes to lose to him.

From three days ago until now, my record is 498 losses and 0 wins.

Even though I know a bit about chess, I'm basically hopeless against him.

"I'll return the favor to you."

I smile at him and say, "You can use what you're good at to compete with me, winning is a given. How about a change? Shall we go outside and have a showdown? Let's see who wins and who loses?"

"Ah, Teacher, you really flatter me. How could I defeat someone like you who can defeat giant magical beasts."

As the young man speaks, he picks up the tea by his side.

"But without trying, don't you feel regretful?"

The young man smiles bitterly at this remark.

"Teacher, as you know, I never do anything without certainty. To maintain eternal victory, one must only engage in things one is certain about."

"Never regretted it?"

"No failure, no regrets. Oh, if you depart like this, I'll be the General."

With that, the young man moves a chess piece, and as expected, I lose again.

499 losses.

"Sigh, lost again. Well, let's end it here today. I'll come disturb you again tomorrow."

"Is that so? Teacher, you are truly persistent."

The other person seems quite happy.

"But it's also good, rather than playing chess alone, chatting with the teacher while playing chess is also nice."

"As long as you're happy. By the way, are you really not planning to come to school? I specially allow you to play chess underneath during classes. How about at least interacting with your classmates?"

"......"

The other person smiled faintly.

"When I feel it's time, I will go."

As I stepped outside, I felt a headache coming on. This guy's pretentiousness is on par with mine. Talking to him is truly exhausting.

"Teacher Lin, you must be tired."

Just as I stepped out, General Gerald came towards me.

"It's really hard to educate my unruly son, he's been spoiled too much. Thank you for your efforts, Teacher."

"No worries, after all, your son and I are about the same age, we get along fine. Let me put in a little more effort."

"Thank you, Teacher. By the way, Teacher Lin, are you not considering seeking a position within the army?"

Oh my, you're trying to poach me.

"General, thank you for your kindness, but don't forget, I'm still the Ais Empire's National Mage."

"Ah, that's true, I forgot. Well, if you ever feel like other positions are not suitable, feel free to come find me anytime, hahaha."

"Alright, will do."

Oh, talking to these people is so tiring.

But that's not the only thing that's tiring.

Once I walked out of the General's house, I pondered my next destination.

"Next up... is the headquarters of the Medical Society, sigh, this is going to be tough."

After saying that, I vanished from the spot with a swift movement.