It's weird to apply for Witch Academy as a boy

My focus at this moment has gradually shifted to the Extraordinary Skills Research Association. Although the president has not yet responded to me, I have spontaneously begun to promote my extraordinary knowledge related to rune rituals there.

Coupled with my identity as an outsider and my curiosity for new knowledge, I have barely gained a group of "like-minded" people who are interested in this area. Although there are always many people stopping to listen to my lectures out of curiosity every time, I understand that there are not many people who are truly curious about rune rituals and decide to learn them. Most of them are just there to listen for fun.

I also received reports of people gathering in public places to disturb others. Not everyone likes this kind of thing, it's like street speeches.

It was with Sister Bai's encouragement that I had the courage to do so. Even though... this proposal was made by me, the idea must be executed and put into practice. This is a difficulty that must be overcome on the way to achieving the unity of knowledge and action.

The idea of ​​unity of knowledge and action is simple to say, but it is very difficult to put it into practice.

While I was talking about rune literature, I also noticed that there were always a few regulars at these sessions, and the one who impressed me the most was Ning Lanqiuyue, the young girl who was with the president before, and also the daughter of the city lord. I didn't expect that she would be so supportive and willing to learn from what I was talking about. Even when she was standing, she would take out a small notebook and record everything bit by bit.

Of course, she also helped us suppress the reports about us to the association and informed me.

This went on until the president brought me good news. He had communicated with the city lord and agreed with my idea. The president also provided me with a teaching venue and related publicity for the rune ceremony.

And I also gave a formal explanation of the rune rituals as soon as possible, or was it... teaching?

In short, the form is not the point; the point is to attract like-minded people who are willing to learn.

Moreover, my personal teaching is by no means the main way to spread the content of Rune Ritual. There are also recorded teaching videos, printed introductory books like Extraordinary Skills, etc., which are their main ways to learn.

I can't do everything by myself, right? I don't have the energy. People who are interested will naturally learn by themselves through the channels I provide. For those who are not interested and just want to watch, it will be useless to take my classes again and again.

And I want them to help me learn, not just give them extra lessons out of kindness.

"Teacher, I would like to ask what is the advantage of your extraordinary runes compared to our extraordinary inscriptions?"

"There is no superiority or inferiority, they are essentially the same thing, but the runes I am describing are more systematic..."

"Since they are all the same thing, why do you have to distinguish them with such a sense of superiority? In my opinion, your runes are just useless decorative symbols, unlike our inscriptions, each of which has its own unique meaning and does not have those long-winded nonsense."

"Oh, what do you mean?" I asked indifferently to the person who stood up and found fault in the back row.

This kind of nitpicking behavior is not the first time, and this person is not the first.

"I just want to tell you outsiders, don't always think you are so great. Do you think it's fun to deceive us with those obscure terms? Do you understand what is the essence and what is the dregs? What is the meaning of these things you are talking about now, except for throwing us those confusions and problems? They are all empty and useless things. What use are you in talking about these false and empty things except satisfying your sense of superiority and vanity..."

"That's enough. If you don't want to listen, just leave."

At this moment, a female voice sounded, and everyone here fell silent immediately, because the person who spoke was Ning Lan Qiuyue, a person that no one in Ninglan New City dared to provoke.

"Let him out. Such people are never welcome here."

Even though someone took this person away spontaneously, he still refused to give in and kept making threats.

"I'm telling you, your little tricks can't fool me! You don't understand what Extraordinary is! You don't understand what Inscriptions are either..."

As I watched that person being taken away, I felt a little moved, but I quickly suppressed this emotion.

Unable to accept new things, I had expected that the professor of Extraordinary Runes would encounter resistance, but I didn't expect it to be like this.

The lower the level of cognition, the more absolute their ideas are. They do not have the breadth of mind to accommodate other people's opinions or ideas.

Most of these people are those who are not satisfied with their lives and want to rely on extraordinary skills to achieve a leap forward. However, even after learning extraordinary skills, they are still so stubborn... I can only say that he deserves all this.

The more ignorant a person is, the more arrogant he is. An arrogant character will only lead to self-destruction, without me even having to do anything.

If I was shaken in my heart by what this person said, it was all because of my immaturity.

But I can remember what he said, or learn from it, because I know very well that most of the people I am facing at the moment seem to be similar to that person, except that person is more extreme.

"Let's get started. We'll still use the fireball spell ritual as an example. When we try other ways to interpret the runes, chanting is another way to express the runes, just like you use inscriptions and use engraving methods on materials..."

Chapter 313 The Belated “Protagonists”

"Xiao Han, are you okay?"

After finishing her busy work, Sister Bai came behind me and asked softly.

"What do you mean it's okay? Because of those guys' interference? It would be really embarrassing if my decision was shaken just because of something like this."

"Actually, you don't have to be like this..."

"Do you also want to say that my actions are completely useless?" I looked at Sister Bai. Sister Bai did not respond, but judging from the results of these days, this is indeed no different from useless work.

But if you ask me what I have learned in these days, it seems that I have learned a lot. In addition to consolidating the knowledge points related to runes, I have also gained many other experiences, such as teaching, writing books, giving speeches, and so on.

If you ask me if there is anything else, I would just like to say that I have seen biodiversity, and the one I encountered before was just a very direct type, which was easy to deal with.

"I don't want to deny your efforts, Xiaohan, but the people here are not worthy of your efforts." Sister Bai finally spoke to me earnestly.

"Ms. Bai Yu, to me, all the efforts made by Teacher Xiaohan are totally worth affirming." At this moment, Ning Lanqiuyue's voice sounded at the side, interrupting Bai Yu's words of persuasion.

"Ning Lanqiuyue, aren't you leaving yet?" I turned my head. I had quite a lot of contact with this girl these days. After all, her eagerness to learn really met my initial expectations.

Originally, I was wondering if this girl was just a vase, but I didn't expect that she would be the one who could only fight at this moment.

"Well, Teacher Xiaohan, thank you for your efforts these days. I have indeed learned a lot. You don't have to care about the rumors of those people. Ninglan New City may be completely different from the world you live in. Their pursuit and yearning for extraordinary power may deviate from your cognition."

"Thank you. I know all this very well. You don't need to comfort me deliberately. By the way, what problems have you encountered in coming to see me?"

"Indeed, there are some discrepancies in your interpretation of the Fireball Chanting Ceremony that you mentioned earlier."

"Is there any discrepancy? This is normal." I nodded, put everything in my hands in order, and then prepared to explain it to Ning Lanqiuyue. After all, even though Ning Lanqiuyue had just started to learn runes, she had already shown excellent talent, and the questions she asked were very valuable, at least for me.

It would be great if there were more people like Ninglan Qiuyue in Ninglan New City.

After some explanation, I managed to make Ning Lanqiuyue's problem clear. I have to say that when facing Ning Lanqiuyue, I would subconsciously think of Tan Han.

Tan Han is the same when facing problems. He has too many questions about many things, and his angles are very tricky. Maybe this is a common problem of geniuses. They can easily find problems that ordinary people will not notice.

"Hmm? Ning Lanqiuyue, do you have any other questions?" After finishing the explanation, I looked at Ning Lanqiuyue who was still here and had no intention of leaving, so I asked subconsciously.

"Well... there are some things, but... they are not related to runes."

"Oh? What is that?"

"It's about what you are doing at the Extraordinary Skills Research Association. You may encounter some resistance."

"Is anyone dissatisfied again? I am just imparting some knowledge. Whose interests have been affected again?" I frowned. After all, if Ning Lanqiuyue could remind me of something specifically, it must be something really serious.

"Although I don't know whether you really don't know or are just pretending, the knowledge you teach is more like... weapons than knowledge. There are too many interest groups in Ninglan New City who don't want ordinary people to touch the scope of weapons. That would greatly undermine the stability and order in Ninglan New City."

"Just because of this?"

"Of course there is more, but the deeper things are no longer suitable to be discussed openly. I understand that your behavior is noble, Teacher Xiaohan, but maybe you should change your approach." Ning Lanqiuyue shook her head and did not go any further, but turned the topic to another development.

"Oh? Another way? You mean..."

"The Extraordinary Skills Research Association is no longer a suitable platform for you. As Miss Bai Yu said, everything you do here is very inefficient. I understand that you are not imparting this knowledge out of selflessness, but for a purpose. However, there is a place that must be suitable for you, and you are very welcome to come."

"Oh...you mean...the department in your Ninglan New City that specializes in the research and development of extraordinary skills?" I asked.

After all, Ninglan New City must have a department that specializes in researching extraordinary powers, and the previous Type III extraordinary killing weapon is the best proof.

"Yes, the Extraordinary Research Team."

"Oh, so you are also the person in charge of selecting talents for this research association and incorporating them into that group?"

"Just kidding, I'm just qualified to recommend."

"Is this what you mean or what your father means?" I continued to ask.

"It was my idea. I don't want people like you, Teacher Xiaohan, to be forced to stop your contributions because of the disputes in Ninglan New City. The knowledge you provide is of great value to Ninglan New City. If you continue like this, then I can already foresee what will happen in the next few days."

"Just curious, what will happen?"

"Perhaps someone is using your magic to carry out a vicious attack or even murder on the most crowded street in Ninglan New City, and then the public opinion will be guided. Maybe all this will not pose any threat to you, but it will be impossible for you to complete your idea here. Even the Extraordinary Skills Research Association will be investigated, shut down and rectified, and then guide the association members to target you. I have seen these methods many times, and they may even be more despicable."

"I see... I don't really mean it, but I also need an ending for the association. I can't just disappear like this, right?"

"Indeed, Teacher Xiaohan, leave the rest of the chores to us. I will come to you in person after everything is done."

"Thank you, thank you for your help." I nodded and agreed to this plan.

"No trouble." Ning Lanqiuyue smiled as if she really didn't mind the trouble.

After Ning Lanqiuyue left, Sister Bai came to my side.

"What's wrong, Sister Bai?"

"Nothing, I just encountered some troubles, about the reconstruction of the spells in the spell book."

"Hey?" I looked at Sister Bai's serious expression and inexplicably wanted to laugh, "Sister Bai, are you jealous?"

"No."

"Okay, that's eating it." I said with a smile, "Come and let me see which spell book has stumped such a powerful Sister Bai~"

I pushed Sister Bai's back and prepared to leave, completely losing the indifference I had just shown when talking with Ning Lanqiuyue.

Even if Ninglan New City is doing something weird, so what? I don't care, so everything is meaningless.

It seems that after I acquired the dream rewriting spell, my attitude towards Ninglan New City has changed a little. I have become a little tougher, but more of a nonchalant attitude. Although I have been busy these days, I still have time to study this rewriting spell.

I told you this spell is useful, I just haven't made good use of it yet.

"Sister Bai... you have too many spell books. Do you want to simplify them all into simple spells to cast with your bare hands?"

"Well, isn't it you who said that, Xiaohan? It is really important to understand the nature of magic."

"Indeed." I nodded in agreement.

Looking at these dazzling array of spell books, I can't help but sigh that Sister Bai's wealth is truly terrifying. When will I be able to have such a wealth?

But on second thought, my wealth seems to be quite considerable. This is Sister Bai's assets accumulated over so many years. I feel that it won't be long before my wealth exceeds Sister Bai's.

My eyes swept through these spells one by one. Although they were full of envy, there was not a trace of greed.

"What's wrong? Have you found one you like? How about I give it to you when we get back?"

"No, no, Sister Bai, you should keep it for yourself. I have passed the period when I lacked spell books. More spell books will only add new means. You can increase your foundation slowly. There is no rush." ​​I refused quickly. Even if I wanted the spell book, I didn't want to take it from Sister Bai now.

However, when I was looking at these spells, I noticed a spell that I cared about very much, the teleportation spell. This reminded me of what Teacher Ji Niang said when she was teaching me teleportation, that space is a very fragile existence. Now that I think about it, there are indeed too many spells that can manipulate space at will.

Perhaps this is not quite accurate, but the property of space does have a very low lower limit and a very high upper limit.

But after accompanying Sister Bai to disassemble the spells in the spell book, I found that this method is also a good way to learn runes.

Just as Sister Bai and I were constantly deconstructing the spell book, the door was suddenly pushed open and a figure walked in hastily.

"Teacher Xiaohan, someone is looking for you."

"Hmm?" I looked up at the person who was talking to me. I had some impression that he was one of the people who had taken my class. I couldn't remember his name. After all, I never remember the names of the professors in my courses.

"Who?" I asked curiously.

"It's me, Xiaohan, long time no see." At this moment, a figure passed by this person and came in front of me.

"Oh...Tan Han, it's been a long time since we last met." When I saw him, a hint of surprise flashed across my eyes, and then I understood. I didn't expect that Tan Han would find this place so quickly.

"Well, I just came to Ninglan New City not long ago. I heard that someone here is teaching rune-related knowledge. I guessed it was most likely you. I asked around and it turned out to be you."

"Oh? Are you so sure? Your guess is so accurate?" I asked with a shrug.

"Among the people I know, you are most likely the one who can do such an outrageous thing. Xiaohan, why are you teaching them runes here?"

"That's a coincidence. Not long ago, due to some special circumstances, I no longer plan to teach."

“Ah? Wait, Teacher Xiaohan, why? You were teaching us all right, why did it suddenly…” The young man next to me asked in shock when he heard what I said.

"I'm sorry, I have to terminate it due to some special reasons, but I will provide the information I compiled to the association free of charge. If you are really interested in runes, you can learn it by yourself." I comforted him. It seems that this matter has not been notified yet, so it is normal for him to feel surprised.

Although he wanted to say something else, it was already impossible to change my decision.

"So, Xiaohan, are you okay now?"

"No, I have a lot to do, so much that you may not understand. If you want to drag me to fight the sleeping curse together, I can only say sorry. I may not be able to do as you wish." I was facing Tan Han and directly blocked any possibility she was about to say.

"You..." Tan Han was choked by my words. She stared at me for a long time before speaking again, "Can I ask why? You obviously chose to come in on your own initiative."

"It was my own choice to come in. If you came to me with the intention of letting me go with you, I would only call you naive."

"Naive..." Tan Han was also stunned by what I said, "Okay, I won't interfere with your behavior. In fact, I didn't have any hope at first about inviting you to investigate together, but I hope to learn something from you, okay? It will only take up a little of your time."

"Of course, just ask."

"Do you know how to remove the sleeping curse?"

"Clear all nightmares."

"How to clean up?"

"Haven't you encountered this before?" I asked with a frown.