[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-i-became-the-academy-s-final-boss":3,"chapter-i-became-the-academy-s-final-boss-i-became-the-academy-s-final-boss-chapter-51":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","I Became the Academy’s Final Boss",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1319770,1753,"Chapter 51","i-became-the-academy-s-final-boss-chapter-51",51,"\u003Cp>Chapter 52\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At his words, I couldn’t help but tilt my head in confusion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He wasn’t a possessor like me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That meant the “preparations” he spoke of couldn’t possibly be about the event that would happen then...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In other words, he must’ve been talking about things to bring for the Field Trip.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s not even a school excursion, why make such a big deal out of it? You just need your body and your card.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[No, but it’s still a field trip. Like, a lunchbox. Or snacks to eat on the bus.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“We’re not kids anymore.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wait—actually, was he still a kid?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing the word “preparation” reminded me of something I’d forgotten.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just in case, it was better to check.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hey, you still have that spear you got last time?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Out of nowhere? Yeah, I’ve been keeping it safe.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You know weapons are mandatory for the Field Trip, right? Bring that spear.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Why suddenly tell me to bring the spear? What for?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His clueless response made me rub the back of my head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Was that really a question that needed explaining?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Good thing I asked—if I hadn’t, it could’ve been disastrous.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You got yourself a good, strong weapon just to display it? You got caught off guard by that Devil Knight last time and couldn’t even react.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Well, it’s not exactly mine, and it’s such a good weapon that... it feels wasteful to carry it around carelessly. Besides, it’s not like only cadets are going—our instructors are leading us. What could possibly go wrong?]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You’ve still got a long way to go before becoming a Hero. Stop saying nonsense and make sure you bring it.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I recalled the events that took place at the Beast Farm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>During the Field Trip to the Beast Farm, the beasts went berserk, the high-grade ones fighting in the Colosseum escaped, and countless casualties followed—a true hellscape.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One fortunate thing was that no Demon appeared directly in this event.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The cause of the beasts’ rampage was a Demon, but Pandemonium had thoroughly concealed this fact, aiming to undermine the Academy’s influence and weaken its power.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That’s why Park Siwoo absolutely had to carry that weapon this time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That spear was an overwhelmingly powerful weapon—especially fatal against Demons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If used properly, it could catch the Demon who caused the beast rampage and slipped away unnoticed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Make sure to bring it. I don’t want to see you flailing barehanded again while I’m knocked out.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Park Siwoo spoke in an annoyed tone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[You seriously have to phrase it like that every time... By the way, aren’t you just keeping your sword stored away too?]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Of course, I’m bringing it.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sword he meant was the Barrier Sword I’d obtained in the Guardian Battle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[You, a martial artist?]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Did you forget that my original main weapon was a sword?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Yeah, but you don’t even use weapons now.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“They said carrying one is mandatory. I’m not about to waste my strength outside the Academy, so I’ll at least bring it as decoration.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Carrying a weapon was mandatory during outings.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After incidents like Seo Da-hee’s death and the Demon’s attack, the Academy had announced a new rule, acknowledging that even an immediate response could sometimes come too late.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was yet another change brought about within the Academy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Okay, okay. I’ll bring the spear. But you—make sure to pack lunch! I even bought ingredients and made my lunchbox last night.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Why are you so obsessed with lunchboxes?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That kind of thing was only meaningful when you had proper cooking facilities. Everyone was living in dorms—what kind of lunchbox nonsense was this?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But I didn’t bother saying that out loud. It would only drag out the conversation. I simply said “okay” and hung up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next day, I came out carrying the Guardian’s Sword and my lunchbox.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Following the familiar road toward the Academy, I saw cadets looking cheerful here and there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The difference was that they weren’t wearing their uniforms today—they were in casual clothes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Groups of students walked together, chatting as they headed for the Academy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And the large buses parked near the lot made it clear: today was indeed the day of the Field Trip.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As I walked slowly toward the Academy, I sensed someone’s presence behind me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Turning around, I saw Park Siwoo aiming for my back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He quickly turned his raised hand into a casual wave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yo, did you bring your lunchbox?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I did, but seriously—why did you make me bring one?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Pretty much everyone else brought theirs too! Come on, having a lunchbox during a Field Trip is common sense!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He opened his cross bag and showed me what was inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was filled with snacks—chips, candies, and all sorts of treats.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing how excited he was made me feel oddly guilty.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, this Field Trip wasn’t going to be the fun kind he was expecting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When we got to class, the early arrivals were already gathered in small groups, chatting animatedly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unlike usual, they wore heavy makeup and uniquely styled clothes—it was a sight to see.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But among them, one person stood out unmistakably—Helena.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A white t-shirt tucked into jeans—the very definition of “classic style”—and curves that carried it flawlessly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her silvery hair shimmered in the sunlight as it cascaded over her chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She’d let down her usual ponytail, and the loose hair gave her a cool, dignified presence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Already famous as the top beauty among the freshmen, seeing her all dressed up now was practically blinding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, the reason I looked at her wasn’t her appearance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since I could never resolve the beast rampage alone, I desperately needed help from others.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because of the monsters’ type advantages, this event required party play.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And the key members of that party were, of course, Park Siwoo and Helena.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their roles differed, but both were indispensable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In fact, for this particular event, Helena was even more important than Park Siwoo.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, our eyes met.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Helena frowned, as if irritated just to see me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘That insignificant pest?’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I hesitated, wondering if I should respond to her provocation—but before I could, our instructor entered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instructor Kang Jae-seok, after a quick head count, began speaking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You all look... quite splendid. I almost didn’t recognize my own class.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The cadets laughed politely at his unfunny joke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Soon, we’ll be heading to the Field Trip site. But before that, I’ll go over some quick safety rules and etiquette.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ughhh!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The cadets groaned, but Instructor Kang Jae-seok ignored them and began his lecture on safety protocols.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I know you’re not thrilled to hear this, but pay close attention. Since this Field Trip requires everyone to carry a weapon, it’s essential that you understand these rules.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While he droned on about safety measures, I began scanning the other cadets.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I’d already memorized all these rules from countless playthroughs in the game.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If they asked me to lecture on them myself, I could’ve done it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What mattered more right now was, as I said before—forming a party.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was something I could never handle alone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That’s why I needed comrades to fight alongside me—but just Park Siwoo and Helena wouldn’t be enough.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Among the freshmen, excluding those two, there was honestly only one other person worth considering.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>My gaze turned toward that annoying long-haired guy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A handsome man with sharp eyes, his shoulder-length hair tied halfway back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dan Chun-woo.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His strength, aside from mine, was undoubtedly the best among the freshmen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In terms of overall combat power, he’d actually be more useful than Helena or Park Siwoo.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, unlike those two, whether he’d even listen to me was another story altogether.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Helena, though snappy, still paid attention to what I said—but Dan Chun-woo didn’t even consider my words human speech.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Getting someone who looked down on others by default to cooperate and fight together...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, it wasn’t as if I had no way to do that.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He did want something from me, after all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That was a duel with Park Min-seo.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>More precisely, he wanted to expose Park Min-seo’s true identity as a Demon—something no one had proven yet—to earn recognition from the Academy and force his family to acknowledge him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I intended to use that to lure him in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before I knew it, the instructor’s dull lecture had ended.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>We left the classroom and headed toward the parking lot where the buses were waiting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As we walked, Helena noticed the sword hanging at my waist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You’re carrying a weapon?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“They said it’s mandatory, so I brought one. Looks good on me, right?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“If nothing else, it definitely looks... old.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She wasn’t wrong.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Guardian’s Sword hadn’t been properly maintained; rust covered several spots, and the blade had dulled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Helena extended her hand, as if wanting to take a closer look.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Curious to see if she’d recognize it, I handed it to her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After examining it closely, she finally spoke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hm? I thought it was just a piece of junk, but its balance and weight distribution are surprisingly decent.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“And?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“And… rather than restoring it, you should probably just get a new one. It might’ve been a fine blade when first made, but now it’s nothing more than an old relic.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I merely nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She couldn’t recognize this sword’s true nature.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If she had Dragon Eyes, she might’ve seen it differently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Still, I hadn’t expected her to recognize it anyway—that’s why I’d handed it over without worry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If even someone like Helena couldn’t tell what it really was, there was no reason for suspicion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As she returned the sword, she added,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“If you’re carrying it just for show, at least get something that looks impressive. That one looks like you yanked it off some statue.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Oh…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sharper than I expected.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though she’d probably said it without thinking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just then, an unexpected voice came from behind me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Still as short-sighted as ever, Helena.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That unexpected voice belonged to none other than Dan Chun-woo.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before I noticed, he’d appeared behind me and brazenly snatched the sword from my hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Helena, looking incredulous, asked,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Does your oh-so-superior eye see that sword differently?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Of course. This sword closely resembles the one wielded by Hero Baek Hyun-joong, who once surpassed even my grandfather and was hailed as the strongest of them all.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What did you just say?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Do I need to repeat myself?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“That’s not what I meant. You’re saying this sword is Baek Hyun-joong’s White Wing Sword?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>White Wing—that was Baek Hyun-joong’s epithet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dan Chun-woo shook his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Unlikely. It’s probably a replica. Still, judging by its state, it might very well be from the same era when he was active.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I didn’t know the full backstory of this sword, but he wasn’t wrong.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This sword had belonged to Guardian, a fragment of Baek Hyun-joong himself, so calling it a replica of the original wasn’t far off.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dan Chun-woo lifted the sword to eye level and studied it as though it were a piece of art.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His gaze traced every ripple and line on the blade, examining its balance before sliding down the grip and guard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hey, why are you smelling it now?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was an unsettling level of obsession in his movements.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The quality of this imitation is impressive. If it possesses any special ability similar to his, it could sell for quite a high price.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, he looked straight at me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It could sell for quite a high price.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He repeated the same words again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What was that supposed to mean—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wait.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Are you thinking of selling it to me?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I might not even need to dangle Park Min-seo’s duel as bait—could I actually lure Dan Chun-woo in this way?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lucky me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dan Chun-woo—he was quite the sword fanatic and collector.\u003C\u002Fp>",1947,"2026-06-05T19:04:26.866Z",1,"novelbin.me","512f92970de8efa836dc5601639ad7bdbd0b0258e7ec41ce9a33d59b3190d6aa","i-became-the-academy-s-final-boss-chapter-52","i-became-the-academy-s-final-boss-chapter-50",137,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fi-became-the-academy-s-final-boss-cover.jpg"]