Magic Academy Bans Harem

Chapter 233 Revenge Drama

Refers to a doll.

Simply put, it's a small, hollow doll that can be slipped directly onto your finger.

Because they need to fit the shape of fingers, finger puppets are mostly cylindrical in shape. As a result, finger puppets generally have a cute and endearing style.

If you were to ask why these thoughts would quickly come to mind for Ritas, who is currently hiding in the shadows.

It was because, in the distance, Langna, who was hiding in the garden of her dormitory, opened a small box on the table and took out a row of finger puppets, which she then put on her fingers.

The reason Ritas chose this roundabout approach instead of directly contacting Langna was because, after gathering information from various sources, he had a general understanding of the problems Langna was currently facing.

"Amania."

Whether this can actually be considered a disease is still under discussion, but it is undoubtedly something that mages throughout the magical world tremble with fear.

The term "magic loss" is a very broad and general term. Any inability to use magic due to any factor, even specific types of magic, can be categorized as "magic loss."

Therefore, strictly speaking, Ritas, who is unable to use offensive magic, is also a seasoned sufferer of magic loss syndrome.

That's probably why Livis asked Ritas to come up with a solution. After all, Ritas has a lot of experience in this area.

But is it possible that his derangement was also not cured, so his experience was completely useless?

While questioning the unreliable teacher in his mind, Ritas continued to observe Langna.

So far, everything about Langna's condition is speculation. The reason is that since being suspected of having derangement syndrome, Langna has almost completely shut herself off, alienating everyone around her and refusing to communicate with anyone. Therefore, it's even less likely she would discuss her condition with anyone.

In fact, it is not surprising that such a situation occurs in patients with derangement disorder.

For a mage, especially one aspiring to become an archmage, the sudden inability to use magic is akin to being stripped of everything. A renowned archmage in the magical world once said, "It's like opening your eyes and finding yourself naked and stranded on a deserted island. In that situation, a person is capable of anything."

Therefore, Langna simply refuses to communicate with others, making her a milder type among the various extreme behaviors of those suffering from derangement.

Generally, once the patient with delusions accepts reality after a period of time, their condition will stabilize in all aspects. However, this is not entirely a good thing. Because, even if a cure is possible after entering that "stable period," it usually takes a very long time.

Therefore, the optimal treatment period for Mingming's Disorder is when symptoms first appear. However, during this period, the patient's emotions are extremely unstable, and any sudden stimulation can worsen the condition. Thus, both contact and neglect are potentially misguided choices.

So, what action should be taken now?

Ritas continued to stare in the direction where Langna was.

It probably won't work to simply reveal his identity and tell Langna that he was entrusted by the headmaster to solve the problem.

Langna has never described her condition to anyone. Under these circumstances, even uttering the words "demonic disorder" would likely severely aggravate Langna's already fragile nerves.

Even though she doesn't look like anything on the outside, Langna is now a full-fledged patient.

After thinking for a while, Ritas felt that Miriam's approach to Langna might be surprisingly good.

After all, compared to Langna's previous responses of driving her away or hiding her, she could be said to have opened her heart a little more to Miriam.

However, Ritas didn't know if this situation would only apply to Miriam.

“Lingling~ Daddy’s home~” “Daddy, Daddy~” “Was I a good boy/girl today?” “Yes~ Mommy, Mommy, Daddy’s home~” “Darling~ I missed you so much~” “I missed you so much too—”

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what sound?
Ritas paused for a moment before realizing that the sounds were coming from the small garden in the distance.

Langna was mimicking the voices of a family of three with remarkable skill, and then she was having a great time playing with the finger puppets on her fingers.
Even while seated, it was clear that Langna was quite tall. Although not quite as tall as Elise, Ritas initially judged that the girl was probably taller than him.

Moreover, even if she wasn't the top student in the advanced department, the sight of Langna, who held various titles and was admired and looked up to by many in the academy, playing with a doll in a baby-like tone, was something that could never be seen.

Although, it is definitely not illegal.

Ritas couldn't help but rub his forehead.

So it turns out that Miriam accidentally stumbled upon this scene, which led to his acquaintance with Langna and the fact that she opened up to him?
How on earth did he do it!
“I will always love you, my dearest family!” “I love you too, Dad!” “Darling~”

In the small garden, Langna was happily playing with the finger puppets in her hands. The three puppets, which weren't exactly lifelike but whose roles could be roughly identified, were hugging each other and constantly saying cheesy things.

Judging from the quality of the finger puppets, Ritas had some doubts that Langna herself made them.

And where did this family of three come from that they would hug each other near the gate on ordinary days?
"'You...you really do have a family, you liar!'"

Just as Ritas was complaining, the style of the puppet show suddenly changed.

The previous family of three was on Langna's right hand, while the newly introduced character is on her left hand.

"'Let me explain, Mary!'"

Upon hearing the name "Mary," Ritas nearly lost his composure. Indeed, it was a very common name.

"'There's nothing to explain! So, it was all just a game with me after all? Then you'll pay the price for your deception!'" "Ah—!" "Daddy!" "Watch out! Lingling! Ah—!" "Mommy!"

Why is this family drama developing so intensely?

"'Mary! I will never forgive you! Even if you are one of the Four Heavenly Kings under the Demon King, I will defeat you!'" And so, the girl embarked on her journey of revenge—

It's a revenge drama, actually.
Rather, who exactly is this "father"? How could he have an extramarital affair with one of the Four Heavenly Kings?
While constantly criticizing Langna's script, Ritas looked at the finger puppet that had entered the "training chapter" and had a general idea in mind.

Langna couldn't remember exactly when it started, but others began to perceive her as somewhat strange.

From a young age, she was much taller than her peers. Although she often heard the saying that girls grow faster at first, but are eventually caught up by boys.

But it doesn't.

Besides always being noticeable, height also brings its own set of problems with clothing.

Before being sponsored by the Latras family and sent to Earls Academy, Langna's family was not well-off. She often had to wear her older siblings' hand-me-downs. However, her sisters' clothes usually didn't fit her well, so she often had to wear boys' clothing. In addition, to keep cool, Langna always kept her hair short.

Then, coming to her senses, she realized that she had unknowingly been identified as a boy.

That's why Langna was so happy to arrive at Erles Academy. At least, with a magic academy featuring uniforms, she no longer had to wear men's clothing.

However, the good times didn't last long.

Not long after enrolling, after she sternly reprimanded and reprimanded several male students who were always playing pranks on female students, the way people looked at her gradually returned to the familiar way she used to be.
Everything has become exactly the same as before.

If there is any change, it is that the young ladies of Earls College are much more unrestrained than the girls back home.

The "best friends" who always clung to Langna's arm, some wanting her to become their housekeeper and return to their family home with them, others jokingly, but with a certain frequency and serious tone, saying they wanted to marry her.
In reality, Langna never felt like a man, nor did she ever think about becoming one.

She loves cute things, especially dolls and small animals.

However, for some reason, almost everyone who knew her felt that she wasn't suited for these things. And because she was more concerned about what others thought, she found it increasingly difficult to express her true self and preferences.

For several reasons, Langna felt she needed to maintain the image she projected to others.

However, the longer this situation continued, the more depressed and confused Langna felt.

It was during this period of greatest confusion that she had a "fateful encounter" with that thing.

Refers to a doll.
They are portable, easy to hide, and incredibly cute, allowing for the play of multiple toys at once. Crucially, they are relatively easy to make, enabling her to create her own unique dolls.

However, perhaps it's because they've been suppressing their feelings for too long.

Whenever she is faced with those "little people" that seem to grow on her fingers, she can't help but reveal her "unknown" side.

And if, now that her fame is growing, this side of her is accidentally exposed, what's that saying again?

Social death!
Therefore, in order to "live," Langna absolutely cannot let others see her unbearable side.

Although she had recently been bumped into by a silver-haired student who somehow wandered into her garden, her reaction was quick, and her excuse was plausible enough. Besides, the boy didn't seem particularly bright, so everything should be fine!
With this mindset, Lingling, having completed her training, began her battle against the three-headed dragon in Langna's other hand.

Just as the two sides fought to the point of chaos, when the sun and moon reversed and the Great Dao was destroyed.

Suddenly, Langna saw a green light streak across the sky and rush into her garden.

Upon closer inspection, it turned out to be a blurry figure about the size of a palm, with a pair of wings that looked like they were made of pale purple petals, and its appearance was somewhat like that of a legendary fairy.

Behind this fairy was a semi-transparent, falcon-like monster.

The monster is baring its fangs and claws as it attacks the fairy that emits a green glow.

Help!

It seems that after seeing Langna, the fairy immediately asked Langna for help.

Without much thought, Langna decided to help. Although she didn't use magic, she easily shooed away a small falcon by simply standing up and making a few shooing motions.

The green-light fairy breathed a sigh of relief as the strange-looking falcon fled in panic.

"Thank you, kind student, you saved me."

"Mmm."

"To repay your kindness in saving me, let me do something for you! If you've been having any troubles lately, you can tell me everything, and I will do my best to fulfill your wishes!"

The fairy hovering in front of Langna clasped her hands lightly across her chest and spoke with utmost sincerity and devotion.

Langna remained silent for a while.

"Don't you think this kind of development is a bit too forced and too fast?"

As she spoke, Langna turned her head and fixed her gaze on the direction of the mansion. After a long silence, a figure slowly emerged from behind the wall, looking quite reluctant.

"Please don't misunderstand, Cadet Langna. I am not a suspicious person, and I have a perfectly good reason for coming to your dormitory."

A young man with black hair, looking embarrassed, raised his hands to show that he was harmless.

“You are certainly not a suspicious person. Professor Ritas Elson, there is no one in this college who doesn’t know you.”

Langna, who was initially a little nervous, relaxed her guard slightly when she mentioned Ritas's name.

She noticed that Professor Elson's gaze remained fixed on her hands. Her hands.
Langna immediately put her hands behind her back and hid the female lead of the revenge drama, as well as the three-headed dragon raised by the Four Heavenly Kings.

"Professor Elson, you saw it?"

For a moment, Langna felt her vision go black, and she didn't realize that it was actually inappropriate for Ritas to appear directly in her garden.

"Although I don't know what you're talking about, Student Langna, I naturally didn't see anything. Therefore, Student Langna didn't see this either."

As Ritas spoke, he waved his hand, causing the green fairy to vanish, leaving only two petals on the ground.

Langna recalled the delicate and weak voice of the green fairy and couldn't help but glance a few more times at the young professor whose voice was deep and whose face was serious.

"Furthermore, I did not trespass into the students' dormitory area and spy on their private lives. Rather, I was conducting a formal visit."

"nature!"

Although she didn't know why, it turned into a situation where she seemed to have signed a secret agreement with Ritas.

But it was precisely because of this strange "contract" that Langna inexplicably felt a connection with Ritas. As a result, her wariness actually decreased considerably when facing such a suspicious professor.

(End of this chapter)