Academy's Second Seat [part 2 Complete]

Chapter 203/204: Final Exam 2 (2)

Ian and Astina sat across from each other, facing one another.

Astina was the first to speak.

"I regret the outcome of the last meeting."

The content of the meeting held in the central region.

The discussion revolved around Rudy and Ian, primarily focusing on whether Ian should be the uncontested successor.

The conclusion of the meeting granted Rudy a chance to compete, considering his achievements thus far.

Ian narrowed his eyes as he looked at Astina.

"Do you really regret it?"

Everyone knew of Astina's close relationship with Rudy.

So, it seemed absurd to Ian that Astina was expressing regret.

Of course, Astina wasn't actually regretful.

Why would she express regret when Rudy had just been given a chance to inherit the family?

But she had her reasons for saying so.

"I spoke as a colleague with a common goal."

Ian had been appointed as the Commander of the Royal forces against the Rebels.

Although young to be a Commander, Ian had been a promising figure from his academy days, receiving much expectation from the Empire.

Right after graduating, he had taken over his family's affairs on behalf of his father and enjoyed overwhelming support from the nobility faction.

Ian was old enough and deserving of such a position.

Though Ian as the Commander and Astina as the Deputy Commander might seem like a weak combination, the Royal army was full of veteran nobles, not necessarily involved in frontline battles.

Ian nodded without much change in expression.

"Alright, let's go with that. Now, shall we get to the main point?"

Ian spread a map in front of Astina.

"It seemed like you knew a lot about the Rebels last time. I'd like to hear what you think should be done?"

Astina looked at Ian.

His eyes didn't seem to be testing her; he genuinely seemed curious.

Though they might become enemies later, for now, they were allies.

Just as the saying goes, 'the enemy of my enemy is my friend,' Ian and Astina shared a common enemy in the Rebels.

Collaboration was necessary.

"Then let me explain."

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Raei Translations

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Rudy, wearing glasses, sat at his desk.

He turned his head while studying.

Behind Rudy was Yuni sitting.

"Aren't you supposed to study too?"

Yuni had spread her study books in front of her but was only staring at Rudy.

Rudy wondered why she was behaving like this.

Yuni shrugged nonchalantly.

"I can study here, too."

"Still, your concentration must be different when we're together compared to when you're alone."

It had been a few days since Yuni decided to assist Rudy.