Magic Academy Bans Harem

Chapter 289 Correcting the Future
"Hmm, taking advantage of my negligence and my indifference. They angrily lamented how the academy was riddled with holes, yet secretly they were the biggest parasite. My dear student, you and that little John seem to have done exactly the same thing—"

"Because we were taught by the same teacher. And the teacher also knew very well that I was better at borrowing than creating something."

"Hmph~ So this time, who will be the one secretly manipulated by you to become your public spokesperson and replace that old man Gran?"

"It's Congressman Martin."

Above the academy, Livis and Ritas, teacher and student, seemed to be having a leisurely conversation.

Although the content of their conversation wasn't exactly friendly, if you closed your eyes and only listened to their voices, it wouldn't be surprising to imagine that the two were talking about this while throwing snowballs and having a snowball fight on a snowy field.

But in fact
Various magic circles, grouped in sets of dozens, appeared continuously in batches, relentlessly bombarding Ritas and the pseudo-World Tree Giant.

The previous sword strike seemed to have backfired on the pseudo-World Tree Giant as well. Thus, even with an endless supply of magical particles for Ritas to freely cast spells, he was constantly on the run.

"Martin? Hmm, I seem to remember him. But it's easy to understand how John, with his 'demonic' nature, could bewitch those brainless ants. How did you manage to bewitch such rational little things?"

As if to show that she had spared no effort, Livis, who occasionally changed her clothes, wagged her finger, curious about something that had nothing to do with the master-disciple battle that had already begun.

"I can only say that it's all thanks to the teacher's help. And Congressman Martin seems to be too outstanding and too upright. So, as long as I sincerely explained what the teacher was planning to do, he chose to help without hesitation."

As he spoke, Ritas raised his wand and spun around in place.

As soon as Livis drew the numerous magic circles in the sky, they began to self-destruct the moment Ritas touched them. Most of them collided with a new batch of magic circles, causing widespread explosions in the air.

Since Livis can summon a large number of magic circles in an instant, the "security" of these magic circles is naturally questionable. Livis herself probably doesn't care much about such things, just as she hasn't paid much attention to Erles Academy in recent years.

However, this lack of security is relative.

Therefore, it was not easy for Ritas to "tamper" with them, and he could not "take them all away" in a short period of time.

"Oh? He really doesn't know what's good for him."

"Really? What the teacher is planning to do is, in my opinion, far more serious than what Mr. Susola is doing. Because, unlike his situation, which is highly likely to fail with uncertain consequences, the teacher's plan has a very high chance of succeeding!"

"Ritas shouted, his brow furrowed."

He planted a portion of the "World Tree" as a seed within an alternate dimension under his absolute control, allowing that dimension to sprout and transform into a new world—a new world that inherited that absolute control.

Livis's plan was actually very simple, so simple that it was reckless and even outlandish.

Perhaps, if anyone else, including the Sage, had proposed such a plan, Ritas would have found it laughable.

But this plan was devised by Livis.

Therefore, no one can laugh.

No matter how incredible the fantasy may sound, once the Tree Witch takes action, it is very likely to become a reality.

"But what would happen if that plan succeeded? Would the fluctuations of power at the creation level really be stable? If that power erupted not only in Teacher's alternate dimension, this place would definitely be reduced to nothingness. Moreover, even if everything goes more smoothly and peacefully than imagined, as long as Teacher's new world has not truly been born and the entrance to the alternate dimension has not been completely sealed, this matter will be watched by the whole world."

As Ritas's voice rose, he seemed to have gained the upper hand in the sky.

In addition to destroying Livis's magic circle, he also devoted some energy to rearming the pseudo-World Tree Giant.

Even in this situation, Ritas is unable to use offensive magic normally. He must rely on the pseudo-World Tree Giant to unleash his attacks.

"No one can guarantee that our current world won't be affected by the new world that emerges in the neighboring space. No, even if someone could guarantee it, most people would ultimately refuse to believe it. Moreover, nipping the source in the bud is far wiser than taking the risk! Therefore, the people of the old world that the teacher intends to abandon are destined not to stand idly by and watch a new world be born in a place they can see and touch!"

Do I need anyone else's permission?

Livis paused her work slightly and frowned a little.

Previously, the series of attacks she had launched were undoubtedly so powerful that even a legendary mage could be instantly annihilated if he wasn't careful.

But for the "Tree Witch," that level of activity was merely a pastime.

She was, to some extent, facing a rebellious child who, having gained a little power, was challenging his parents.

This mindset might initially seem somewhat "funny." But the more persistent the child becomes, the less patience the parents have.

In the sky, Livis stretched out her hand and pointed her palm at Ritas.

In an instant, a large number of magic circles surrounded the pseudo-World Tree Giant. However, before these magic circles could be fully revealed, they were completely eroded by Ritas's magic.

"It's no use, teacher. Trying to change the structure of the magic circle now is already..."

"Change?"

Livis suddenly raised her arms and laughed.

In an instant, the number of magic circles that would normally appear at once increased to more than ten times.

Faced with the sudden, dense display of colors surrounding him, Ritas was momentarily stunned. In that brief moment of surprise, the hundreds of magic circles multiplied tenfold, and then another tenfold!
Completely enveloped by the colors of the magic circle, Ritas could no longer make out Livis's face.

The entire pseudo-World Tree Giant seemed to be completely imprisoned by the dome-shaped spectacle that had been built in the blink of an eye.

"Why go through all that trouble when there's an easier way?"

Livis suddenly clasped her hands together tightly in front of her chest.

A white beam of light, seemingly capable of destroying even sound, shot into the sky.

The northern part of Erles Academy has sunk deep into the ground, and the terrain has been completely changed when viewed from above.

With only about one-fifth of its original size remaining, the treehouse section completely gone, and only one arm left on the shoulder of the pseudo-World Tree Giant, Ritas lay on the ground with bloodshot eyes.

He raised his head slightly, and a few streaks of blood trickled from the corners of his eyes and ears.

"What, not going to use that 'Elson Style' swordsmanship to put up a fight?"

After falling a little distance, Livis started shaking her fingers again.

Now, she is a valiant swordswoman, clad in light silver armor. "Even the Sword Saint's swordsmanship is just a toy to my teacher. So, my 'fake,' which only knows how to use tricks, is just out of the question."

Ritas, his vision stained crimson, spoke weakly, yet remained stubborn.
"If Mr. Susora's plan only has the potential to cause the destruction of the world, then the teacher's plan is the beginning of the world's destruction. Regardless of which world will ultimately be destroyed."

"Hmm~"

Livis gave a long snort and raised her right eyebrow.

She had clearly lost patience with Ritas, who, despite having suffered enough and clearly understood the gap between them, was still pointing fingers and making pronouncements.

"Actually, I don't need to tell you; you should know it yourself. Even I used to think you were a very intelligent person. But now, I might have to retract those judgments. Because you seem to have started to think that you are irreplaceable in my eyes, my beloved student."

Hearing the coldness in Livis's tone, Ritas lowered his head and stopped staring at her, closing his blurry eyes.

People are easily influenced by their elders. No one is an exception.

"Hmm? What are you suddenly saying? If it's a plea for mercy, it would be best if there was something new to come."

Seeing Ritas suddenly start muttering something, Livis, who had been too lazy to argue with him anymore, started listening with renewed interest.

"Teachers are naturally elders. Therefore, if a teacher makes a 'wrong' move, the students may either imitate it or it may leave a psychological scar that they will remember for life, forever holding a grudge."

"Oh? You mean, the reason you and John took over someone else's college without permission and treated it as your private property is because you learned it from me?"

The wicked tree witch couldn't immediately figure out what bad things her students had learned from her. She only made a rough deduction based on the two's obvious betrayal.

"Therefore, it's best to keep your promises to others, especially to your friends. This is especially true in front of students."

Ritas, who had raised his head again, looked at Livis with eyes that were once again filled with clarity.

"Are you serious?"

At this moment, Livis seemed unsure how to respond.

Not only did they point fingers at me, but they also lectured me. Are you serious?
You came specifically to sabotage my plans and stand in my way, just for that reason? Are you serious?
In the end, you're talking about something so trivial and ridiculous. Are you serious?

"Come to think of it, I don't think I've ever asked you this before. What exactly do you want to do?"

"It seems like everyone is asking me this question."

Ritas said, standing up.
"I've made it so obvious and given so many hints, why can't you even guess? Oh well, at this point, all that's left is the most impatient teacher, there's really nothing I can do."

He dusted himself off and stretched out his arm in a gesture of demonstration.
"I just want to protect this academy."

The location where Ritas's arm was displayed was the part of Erles Academy that had been reduced to ruins in the magical war.

Perhaps realizing this, Ritas, feeling somewhat embarrassed, switched arms and showed the intact academy section to Livis.

".?"

"Is it hard to understand, teacher? Didn't I say this is my academy? Why is it that when I talk nonsense, people are always convinced, but when I tell the truth, I'm constantly questioned? For a mage, a stronghold is indispensable. And you know my background, and you know that I would never try to seize the Elson family or the Western Regions. So, I don't have many places to stay for long. Therefore, choosing Erles Academy as my stronghold is the most logical thing to do."

Ritas withdrew his outstretched arm and shrugged.

“Teacher was right about one thing. That is, I don’t know what John thinks about your influence on me. But at least I know that after you took over and made Earls Academy your own, you were already planning to follow suit. I’m really good at ‘learning’.”

As the words fell silent, the pseudo-World Tree Giant, which had been kneeling, slowly rose to its feet with a heavy thud.

On the shoulder of the pseudo-World Tree Giant, Ritas smiled at Livis.

Looking at Ritas's white teeth, Livis couldn't help but smile.

"How can there be a student like you who respects and loves their teacher so much, Ritas?"

Seeing that Livis was smiling but no longer wanted to call him "my beloved disciple," Ritas suppressed his smile and put on his usual calm expression.

"Although this is pretty much what I intended, since I must confront these two wise men in order to achieve my goal, I will come up with a plausible explanation to match their reputation."

"The purpose of my standing here today"

"It's about correcting the future of this world!"

Ritas's other wand, "Rhythm," also shattered completely into ashes. At the same moment, countless layers of protective barriers unfolded around him.

"And... I won, teacher—"

While Ritas bought enough time.

Centered around Earls College.

The location of Elenfield and the Elven Guard.

The location of the Crown Council led by Representative Martin and the Gendler's Office.

The location of the princess's faction, with Adeline at its core.

And, where Platina Latras is, who is in charge of the Star People members in place of her second daughter, Misri.

Four identical ritual arrays in four directions began to operate.

In harmony with the ritual arrays in all directions, the ritual arrays in the "World Tree Space," which should have dimmed after completing their mission, now radiated dazzling light once more after gathering energy clusters.

As the energy orb split into four and flew in all directions, the energy of the four-directional ritual array rapidly began to change color, no longer being the pristine "pure" energy it once was.

An extreme sense of danger finally surfaced on the Tree Witch's face.

"As a form of flattery, this gift of yours is a bit too much!"

(End of this chapter)