"So, currently, there are a total of seventeen students in the class, with one still missing... Well, although it's similar, each person is a rare combat force, after all, unlike other classes with thirty or forty students."

Tomorrow is the day when the activity begins, so today in class, we went straight to the summary before the activity.

Well, it's quite a disadvantage to be missing one person, especially since it's the Sword Saint's apprentice. Such a person, even if not suitable for the Holy Knight role, could at least be a good tank.

Now, Ms. Mary is in charge of speaking, as I am still very uncomfortable speaking from the podium myself.

"However, I don't think it's a problem for you guys, after all, each and every one of you has abilities that are different from ordinary people. It shouldn't be difficult for you to eliminate other classes."

"Hey, hey, hey, Ms. Mary, don't you think your words are problematic? What do you mean by 'eliminate'? We are civilized people."

I immediately protested. It was simply unprofessional.

"Even if we have to take them out, it should be done quietly, right? 'Eliminating' is too general."

"Well, you have a point."

Ms. Mary nodded, then continued.

"Of course, that was a joke. Of course, you don't need to take out other people. And we have very good methods to neutralize their combat effectiveness, don't we?"

Saying that, she looked towards Alisia. With Ms. Mary's gaze on her, Alisia was also surprised, but then understood her meaning. However, she didn't show any reaction, just shrugged.

I was surprised. What exactly happened yesterday? How did these guys become so obedient overnight? I started to break out in a cold sweat, but I tried to remain calm. I didn't want to find out what happened exactly.

"Well, I already mentioned your strengths and weaknesses yesterday. You should think about how to make the most of your strengths. After all, starting tomorrow's activity, we not only have to deal with those monsters but more importantly, there are students from other classes waiting for us. According to the intelligence, some folks attracted by the dragon have already sneaked into that area. Although the teachers will help you take care of them when they appear, it is also crucial to protect your own lives."

I have already confirmed this with Mishua. Indeed, there are others who have received information about the dragon appearing in the forest, and they will probably also be there when we go. This is also the reward for exchanging battle information on humanoid arms with Beryl, after all, as the first person to attach humanoid arms to a human, I am curious about the outcome of my creation.

But those people... Well, it's best not to encounter them. If we do meet them, we'll have to try to reason with them.

Yes, we are civilized people; we should try to come to a peaceful resolution.

However...

The class was indeed quieter today. The usual noisy students seemed subdued, and the new additions, Geraldine and Kainan, were also quiet individuals, so the class remained peaceful.

But wherever Geraldine went, she always carried that huge accordion, and she wore a black suit, which looked quite eerie. However, her expression would occasionally suddenly turn into a mischievous smile, whether it was deliberately maintaining the quiet or Renata playing a prank earlier is unclear.

"But even so, we don't know what the dragon is carrying, do we?"

Beryl said expressionlessly.

"In the end, how do we determine who wins?"

"How can that kind of thing be okay?" Alykia said beside me.

"Just as long as we can get some treasure from that big guy with a sky-high sex drive but no reproductive ability, right?"

Sky-high sex drive... well, when you put it that way, it's not wrong. According to the records of dragons in this world's books, dragons in this world are quite... well, how should I put it, fond of mating? But the issue is their reproductive ability within their own species is quite poor, and their numbers are rather low. However, when it comes to mating with other species...

Ahem, it's similar to the dragons in our world after all, giving birth to nine different offspring, each with unique abilities and traits. It's pretty much the same situation.

Well, it is their ecology after all, so I won't dwell on it. I'm not a monster hunter, so I don't have the habit of lurking around and observing their ecology to come up with ways to deal with them.

But if tracking them could lead us to their treasure hoard, then observing might be justifiable, right?

"Seriously, can't you be a bit more subtle in your words..."

Beryl blushed slightly, clearly uncomfortable with this topic of conversation.

Well, isn't that the reason you all complement each other like this?

"The others just don't have as much going on as you, hmph."

Alykia's statement wasn't accurate; they were simply silent because they didn't know what to say, and with our group having so many dark sides, why would they speak up?

I won't mention that we have the Dark Elf Queen Begis, the girl Sally who inherits knowledge, the mature and savvy loli Ona, Melordo who avenged her mother by killing her father, and the rest who are descendants of princes and dukes. Their minds are much more mature than the average person's, to say the least.

As the teacher of such a group, it's quite stressful indeed. Fortunately, Ms. Mary seems to be able to handle them, whereas I might not be able to, as it's not like a game where they do as you say.

"Well, that's about it for the situation. But speaking of which, do any of you know how to find Canelia?"

Finally, Ms. Mary asked in this manner.

Everyone glanced at each other, all showing expressions of not knowing.

"Well then, let's wrap it up here for today. Gather at 9 a.m. tomorrow morning for departure, don't be late."

"Wait! I have something to add."

As soon as Ms. Mary finished speaking, I immediately interjected.

"The practical combat class this afternoon has been canceled. Make sure to prepare your things properly, as you'll be surviving in the wilderness; don't expect any hotels or the like."

"Can we bring anything we want?"

Herd asked.

"... I suppose?"

I pondered.

"Just don't bring the airship, it's too conspicuous."

"Ha ha..."

That wry smile on your face, don't tell me you actually wanted to bring it?

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"This list of yours... it's quite terrifying isn't it?"

In the afternoon, Lanya, who received my order, flew over in a airship. Normally, after opening her shop, she would attend to her business affairs, but unexpectedly, she arrived right after I sent her the goods order in the morning.

"Are you planning to go against a whole country with this arsenal?"

She looked at the list in her hand.

"Fifty bombs? Twenty hand grenades for each element? Bows and weapons for dragons? What's all this? I might be able to arrange the stuff listed earlier, but dragon-slaying weapons and such, how could I possibly get those?"

"Really? I thought there were specialized weapons for dragons."

"Since dragons no longer inhabit human territories, those weapons used to fend off dragons long ago have been preserved as relics in various regions. Their significance has shifted from practicality to commemoration, much like antiques."

"Well, that's not good news. It means it would be quite tricky to obtain such weapons, and we don't have time to search for them either."

"Well, you don't actually need to find those weapons, as they were just regular weapons enhanced with special materials to add a unique element."

"Oh, what's that?"

Lanya paused for a moment, then took out a small booklet from her backpack.

"Let me see... Dragon elixirs... 'The Song of Demise Dragon,' the illustration probably looks like this."

She showed me her notes, depicting a plant... surprisingly resembling ginseng, but with thorns on it, and the top part had jagged leaves like sawteeth.

"Well, I bet this thing is extremely rare."

"Apparently, the dragon units in the army used to have reserves, but who knows about now."

"Is that so..."

I pondered for a moment.

"I suppose... some people might still have herbs, right?"