A Wild Man Has Entered the Academy Chapter 36: Friend (2)

Whether she realizes it or not, Kara possesses a unique characterism; she is the outcast', or loner'.

Before founding the Tatars, Hector ruthlessly destroyed and plundered the neighboring countries, and his notoriety spread worldwide.

Even after establishing the nation, his infamous reputation persisted, and people would commonly revile him as a barbarian. Kara was no exception to this.

For this reason, academy students avoid getting close to Kara, and she is aware of this, conducting herself accordingly.

Of course, if any student crosses the line, she doesn't hesitate to beat them to a point where they can't even speak, and this contributes significantly to her negative reputation.

Nonetheless, the fact that Kara is a loner without a single friend remains unchanged. While she may be represented as a hedgehog bristling with spines, hedgehogs are known to be very docile and retract their spines for trusted individuals. The sa can be said about Kara.

The force of the impact was quite good too.'

Internally, I chuckled at Kara as she rambled, trying to appease in any which way.

The notion that I was truly hurt was, of course, just a joke. Knowing her character all too well, there was no real harm done.

It was just a prank. Though Kara would probably never find out the truth until her death.

"That I'll give you candy later! So dont be too sad, okay?"

"Yeah."

Now it seems Kara wants to train with candy. Nevertheless, not finding the idea wholly unpleasant, I responded affirmatively.

Breathing a sigh of relief, thinking she had lightened my mood, Kara then shot Hector a sharp look with her pointy eyes.

Hector was quietly observing , his expression showing deep thought. Had he caught onto my prank?

"Father."

"What is it?"

"I hope you don't mind that I'm friends with him?"

Kara seed to think Hector harbored unnecessary and precisely rude thoughts.

She had ntioned her single eting with Hector during Lunas hospitalization, so they likely discussed .

The wild man who entered the academy. Unlike the barbarians who exist within civilization, here was soone untouched by it.

"I didnt say anything to that effect."

However, Hector responded as if he harbored no such thoughts, with a nuance suggesting she was the one with preconceived ideas.

Kara, hearing this, hesitated for a mont before slyly glancing at , as if gauging my understanding of his words.

Indeed, even to the Tatar people, they may think, That's a bit After all, he is not even proficient with the language.

"Anyway! Just so you know, he is my friend. Got it?"

Kara hastily grabbed my hand and spoke assertively to Hector, her face still flushed.

Then Hectors expression subtly changed as he stroked his beard, as if pondering sothing.

It was unclear if his interest was simple curiosity or sothing more calculated, but the forr seed more likely.

People with strong physiques tend not to be thinkers, and Hectors physical condition ranks amongst the top in the Soul World.

It's no coincidence hes nicknad the Destroyer King.'

When assessed simply on destructive power,' there are virtually no beings comparable to Hector, with perhaps only two coming to mind.

And those two are entities fitting of being the most powerful in their world, illustrating just how formidable Hector's physical power is.

Even though his skill isn't quite on par with Rod's, as a mber of the Tatar, his combat prowess is exceptionally high.

"Well if thats how you feel, then it is what it is. It wouldn't be a bad idea for you to build relationships with nobility rather than commoners. It might greatly aid you in the future."

"I've had enough. I don't want to be near those with loose lips. I prefer him."

"It's not advice but a warning. Didnt I teach you that the more allies you have, and the fewer enemies, the better?"

Hector is wiser than he appears, despite often lacking explanation.

He established the nation sensing that his own people might eventually face extinction due to the abundant enemies around them.

Other countries, despite their irritation, recognized the Tatars based on geographical advantages and individual combat strength. Truly a wise move.

The problem is that it was rather rushed. Instead of taking things step by step, he rather hastily enrolled Kara into the academy. Hence, her current struggles.

"And who's responsible for creating those enemies? Don't even think about shifting that burden to ."

"I'm simply saying, don't create enemies."

"Forget it. I'll decide who my enemies are. For now"

Kara responded bluntly and then showed Hector the hand she was holding with .

"You see Sivar is on my side, right? You've seen how strong he is, haven't you?"

""

"So, please leave now. I want so rest."

"Alright."

Granting her request, Hector slowly rose from his chair with an imposing presence reminiscent of a mountain standing up.

Hector then fixed his gaze on , those green eyes reflecting a complex mix of emotions. I just looked back at him.

"We'll see each other later."

His distinctive deep voice echoed in my ears. Hector walked away with heavy steps.

Thump!

He lightly patted my shoulder as he passed by, leaving a considerable force in the gesture.

For an average person, the force would have been quite painful. But my body is sturdy, so it was no bother.

Guess I made an impression?'

I had been on his radar since defeating Kara, but based on todays events, Im certainly marked now.

In the Soul World, if Karas affection for you increases, Hector would react too. But the response depended on gender.

If the protagonist was female, like Luna, he would smile contentedly. But a male? Thats when the lasering begins.

It makes sense for him to be wary of his only daughter, beautiful even by objective asures, getting a male friend.

Especially since I'm a wild man with considerable strength, he can't help but be interested, and its not in a good way.

Thump!

Eventually, Hector stepped outside, and the heavy atmosphere in the room lifted.

Now, only Kara and I were left in the hospital room.

"Phew"

""

"Hey. No, Sivar."

After a deep sigh, Kara quietly called my na, a departure from her usual brusque Hey.'

Looking at her, she seed hesitant, moving her lips as if unsure about sothing.

Even her usual radiant green eyes were cast down, and her face slightly redder than usual.

"Do you know what a friend is?"

Kara finally spoke up but kept her gaze averted, apparently embarrassed by her own question. It was a complete contrast to her usual self-assured deanor.

Did it happen like this in the Soul World too?'

I don't clearly rember, but I think it was similar.

Due to her status as a princess at ho, and the title of barbarian' at the academy.

Kara's position didn't allow her to make friends easily. The more she tried, the more the stress piled up.

That's why increasing her affection was relatively easy, but betrayal would convert her into the worst enemy.

Of course, that would never happen. Acknowledging Kara's question, I nodded in response.

"Know. It."

"What is a friend Never mind. I'm being stupid for even asking."

Changing her mind mid-sentence, Kara chuckled dismissively and shook her head.

Then she lifted her head to et my gaze, our faces closer than they've ever been.

"Just rember this one thing: friends can joke around, but betrayal is sothing you must never do. Got it?"

I had heard that statent in the Soul World when Kara's affection grew.

Kara, due to her position as a princess, had encountered every kind of deception back ho. Having seen reflections of that at the academy, she had a disdain for it.

"Yeah."

"Good. Then let's promise not to betray each other. Alright?"

"Promise?"

I tilted my head, a notion like this hadn't been in the Soul World, as far as I rember.

As I pondered, Kara quietly extended her hand, and despite the cast, the tip of her pinky finger was free.

After struggling slightly, she offered her pinky. I think I knew what she wanted.

"Just cross your pinky over mine. That way we make a promise, a bond that shouldn't be broken until death."

This girl is instilling bizarre knowledge on .

As I blinked, she urged , perhaps embarrassed about it herself.

"Just do as I say, quickly, before soone sees!"

"Yeah."

It seed like I just had to go along with her wish for now. Ill find a way to make use of it later.

I crossed my pinky over hers, as she instructed. My finger hooked onto the arm I had broken; it felt strange.

Kara smiled softly at my compliance. It wasnt a beaming smile showing all her teeth, but one that seed sohow refreshed.

Knock knock knock

Just then, soone knocked on the hospital room door. Kara and I turned our heads towards the sound.

Thump

Soon after, the door swung wide open, and Kara quickly pulled her hand away.

Hector had just left, so who would be visiting now?

"Ah! Sivars here too?"

"You are?"

An entirely unexpected person made an appearance. Karas voice reflected an equal level of surprise, seemingly bewildered by the visitor.

Brown hair cut to a flattering shoulder length and eyes that glittered like gold. Not to ntion the notably prominent chest.

"Ellie?"

Ellie was visiting Karas room. It was surprising, more so because it was not Luna, but her.

Ellie glanced back and forth between Kara and , then walked over with her characteristic cheerfulness, asking lightly.

"Why did you co, Sivar? Werent you resting?"

"That's what I want to ask you. Why are you here?"

Kara asked with genuine curiosity. Ellie's visit was totally unexpected.

While it wouldn't have been strange for Luna to visit given their acquaintance, Ellie was different.

There were hardly any occasions for them to et, and apart from Lunas hospital visit, their relationship was practically that of strangers.

"? Of course, I ca to see Ms. Kara. I was watching the fight."

"And that's why you ca?"

"Yes. I was a bit delayed because I watched Lunas match too. Ah! Luna went to rest for a bit after visiting here."

She even kindly updated us on Lunas situation. That's right, Luna also had her fight.

The atmosphere would typically be awkward, but Ellie's infectious liveliness made it pleasant.

Even if Kara looked sowhat disapproving, she didnt appear troubled. Ellie might be sowhat oblivious, but she wasn't a bad person.

"But why did you co to see Kara?"

Ellie asked again, her expression filled with curiosity. I answered her, articulating each word deliberately.

"Friend."

"Friend? Who?"

"Kara."

"Ms. Kara?"

Ellie then turned to look at Kara. Her face flushed with embarrassnt, Kara fidgeted with her cheek.

"He said he was sorry for hitting , and he thinks of as a friend."

"Is that true?"

"Yeah."

I nodded while answering, making sure there was no room for misunderstanding.

Then Ellie approached with a bright expression and quickly closed the distance.

Squish

And she hugged my head firmly. Since I was sitting down, my head ended up buried in Ellie's chest.

As I was baffled by her sudden action, Ellie praised in an encouraging tone.

"You did good! You really did good! That's what friends are for. Sivar, you are really nice."

""

All good, but could you let go now? I thought about saying it, but decided not to.

It was just too soft. How can sothing be softer than a bed with just a person's body?

Porori wasn't jesting when he leaned against her like a cushion. I wanted to enjoy this comfort just a little longer.

"Hey. Let go of that quickly. You'll suffocate him."

Kara intervened from behind, her voice carrying a tinge of discomfort, letting know how she felt about the situation.

Ellie took notice of Karas interjection and gently pulled her face away from mine. Honestly, I wanted to keep cuddling, but I felt sorry.

Ellie would probably accommodate if I asked, but it would make Kara uncomfortable. Better to save it for later.

"I would give you candy, but I dont have any right now. I didn't know you would be here."

While Ellie was apologizing, Kara cut in with a question.

"Why are you looking for ? Just watching a fight doesn't explain your reason."

Ellie answered while standing behind .

"As you know, Sivar lacks a lot of common sense, right? I ca here to explain that he ans no harm."

As she said this, Ellie fiddled with my face. She let lean my head comfortably against her chest.

I savored the indescribable comfort. How could it be so relaxing?

During this ti, Kara looked at , chuckled dismissively, and replied with incredulity in her voice.

"Harm? You wouldn't know, but do you have any idea how much he teased ? Soone taught him really well."

"What? Sivar teased you?"

"Yes. Saying I was weak, and I would lose."

"Strange. and The Principal never taught him that"

Ellie said as she stepped back slightly and then ca to my side, facing directly.

Ordinarily, she would have looked down at , but the size of her chest seed to be getting in the way.

Poke Poke

Why are you pressing my face? Ellie gave a poke in the cheek with her finger as soon as our eyes t.

I just looked back at her without reacting, and she smiled mischievously before moving back behind .

Paw-Paw

Back to fiddling with my cheeks, she seems to have taken quite a liking to it.

Since I could use her chest as a cushion to lean on, it was a win-win situation for both of us.

"Maybe he learned sothing while attending classes. It would be bad if he picked up sothing not good."

""

Kara gave a guilty expression upon hearing Ellie's words, rolling her eyes to avoid contact.

The provocation was sothing I self-taught, but from Karas perspective, it would definitely be a sore point.

"Anyway, are you here to apologize? Because you're Sivar's guardian too?"

Kara hastily shifted the topic. Ellie nodded.

"Yes. I was the one who insisted on bringing Sivar from the forest. So, if Sivar gets into trouble, I feel responsible, like it's my duty."

"Hmm I see?"

Kara seed convinced, as Ellies reasoning made sense.

Initially, even Luna was skeptical about bringing in since I couldnt understand language, let alone speak a word.

But Ellie was adamant that a person should live like a person and insisted all the way, even when it ca to fighting Porori.

So, if I ever caused any trouble, it makes sense that kind-hearted Ellie would feel a sense of responsibility. Though she shared that responsibility with Rod, it didnt change her commitnt.

Soone could take advantage of that.'

I need to be careful. Porori might say he'll keep an eye on , but he can't always be around.

Moreover, Ellie is a character in the Soul World who could die unexpectedly if not careful. It's for balance, they say, but sotis her death is just ridiculous.

"I'm fine, so you dont need to feel like you have to take responsibility. I prefer soone with their head screwed on right like you."

"Really? That's a relief. If youd like, would you have this?"

Ellie soothed her chest and then offered a small bottle.

Inside a little cylindrical glass bottle, there was a red liquid.

"It's a recovery potion. I made it myself."

"Thanks. Can I drink it now?"

"No, you've just finished treatnt, so the potion's effects would be diminished. Wait about a day."

"Got it. Ill drink it well. Oh, wait."

Kara, who was placing the potion on top of a drawer, seed to have rembered sothing else.

Then she delivered a ssage to Ellie, who was still kneading my cheek.

"I'm going to be Sivar's guardian too, so you better rember that."

"?"

"I will be. I haven't received The Principals permission, but in practice, Im already almost like a guardian."

"What are you talking about?"

Ellie was flustered by the news of becoming my guardian. Her stuttering showed she was genuinely taken aback.

anwhile, Karas expression was quite nonchalant as she explained in detail.

"You know that I'm in charge of Sivar's training, right?"

"I heard from Luna."

"Listening to you, I thought I should take responsibility, too. It'd be shaful if he used the skills I taught him on the wrong person."

"Theres really no need to go as far as being a guardian"

"Well, the more guardians, the better, right?"

" That's true."

The more people there are to clean up after my antics, the better. Rod is bound to be clutching his neck in frustration more often, thats for sure.

As Ellie reluctantly agreed, Kara smirked triumphantly and decisively concluded the conversation.

"Lets look after him well. I think Ill visit The Principal's office this weekend, so Ill see you then."

"Understood. I look forward to working with you, Ms. Kara."

"You can call sister too, if you want."

"Is it okay to call you sister?"

"I didnt expect you to start using informal language too."

Kara chuckled. It seed like she didn't really mind.

"Anything to watch out for while hanging out with him?"

"Not really. I give him lessons on the weekends. Since you're involved with combat, just make sure to warn him not to use it recklessly."

"What if soone curses at Sivar?"

Kara asked with a slightly sharp edge to her voice. She resorts to violence when soone insults her as a barbarian.

The reason shes been able to continue attending the school despite that is thanks to the academy's strict rules against racial discrimination.

Kara's use of violence is seen as self-defense, not mutual fault, because of this.

"I've told him that too. Its okay to strike soone who makes discriminatory remarks."

"Wow."

Pleased with Ellies response, Kara exclaid. She almost clapped but paused, considering the state of her arm.

Then she smiled broadly and added earnestly.

"I like your thinking. I thought you might just tell to put up with it, like so people would."

"Directly contradicting the academys principles would be nonsense. Anyone who hasnt learned that isnt fit to attend."

"Hmm. Right. You're straightforward, not like Luna."

Hmm. Is this correct?

I pondered while Ellie massaged my cheek.

Even if it wasn't , she would have been led in strange directions.'

But seeing that they communicate well, they'll probably get along just fine.

As usual, I would go on, keeping the story in mind.

"But why do you keep touching his cheek?"

"Uh? Oh, this? I dont know the reason, but its incredibly soft. Want to try touching it, sister?"

"Cant you see my arm? He did this to ."

And so, the two girls made a connection, and with it, the sparring event concluded.

There had been a lot of tumult, but after long hardships, a sweet weekend awaited.

On weekends, I used to relax, studying various words.

But that weekend was disrupted by a visitor.

"May I interrupt for a mont?"

"As long as you dont demolish anything."

"That might be difficult."

The Destroyer King had co.