[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-the-royal-military-academy-s-impostor-owns-a-dun":3,"chapter-the-royal-military-academy-s-impostor-owns-a-dun-the-royal-military-academy-s-impostor-owns-a-dun-chapter-208":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","The Royal Military Academy's Impostor Owns a Dungeon [BL]",{"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},630268,871,"Chapter 208: Registration Woes","the-royal-military-academy-s-impostor-owns-a-dun-chapter-208",208,"\u003Cp>And that might be a good call considering this generous chipmunk’s current trials in parting with his reserves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Maybe he’ll feel better after being thanked for his generosity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But why was this even a problem?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was because a huge expense was about to drain his current stash.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Well, technically, it was the group’s stash of 779,100 CP that everyone’s been working on for the past few days.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That was why he felt a little bit guilty; it wasn’t something that he had earned himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This all started after learning about mecha registration. The main objective was to ensure that when a pilot was missing, they could be identified by more things, such as the mechas they were using.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Especially with the current death tolls, the risk was too high, and sometimes, all that was left were wreckages.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And this was eye-opening knowledge for the newbie who had just gotten his combination license.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, the problem actually arose when the staff discussed the positive aspects of mecha registration, which included the accolades that would be given to a pilot’s mecha.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In fact, Luca was shocked to learn that there was a whole ranking dedicated to the mechas alone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Obviously, this attracted a watchful system because mechas only started getting points and recognition once they were registered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And Luca wondered about Sid, only to learn that Sid couldn’t be registered until the Imperial Crown Prince revealed his identity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But as a holder of many ancient titles and the receiver of the point accumulation award from before, Sid had no complaints.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The reward was apparently something that could push the mechas to graduate into full-on guardian mechas. And many of Sid’s brethren were actually awakened by winning these.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was just that these mechas had long sacrificed themselves for the sake of the people, and no new guardian mechas had emerged because they couldn’t handle that unique prize.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now, If a system could twitch, then D-29 would probably be experiencing that, as the little system wanted in on it and has learned to use animated tears for the sake of pleading.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And that was how Luca sat in front of the mecha materials lab while trying to figure out what to do with D-29, who handed him a mecha design.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To be fair, Luca was actually thinking about what to do with the blueprint they had since it was just a framework that could be used to build upon a personal mecha.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only to be handed one, which was more like a conceptual drawing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But it was just a design without an actual shop drawing or detailed schematics.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And this was the source of the problem.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When D-29 estimated half a million CP, the hopeful system still could not factor in other components beyond those described in the tooltip.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, after recalculating the estimated costs after unlocking the blueprints, even D-29 glitched in panic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For even Luca could do an estimate, given that the Synapse Reactor alone, sans the blueprints they already own, costs 109,000 CP.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then what more for the entire thing?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Apparently, a staggering 724,000 CP without the cosmetics upgrades of roughly 68,000 CP.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If Luca’s estimates were correct.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And that makes what of the grand total?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>792,000 CP.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This meant he would be short 12,900 CP if he delayed the need for a weapon other than his precision tools.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sigh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luca mulled over this problem.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In his opinion, D-29 deserved all the good things, but they were limited by time and financial constraints.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Also, when he attempted to convince the system to temporarily alter the design, the penny-pinching mechanic received a vehement no that bordered on alarm, considering all the pings he received.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And all through this, Sid actually remained silent as he figured this was Karma finally working its way around the Empire, albeit late.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But then again, the guardian mecha figured that Master Luca would try his best to accommodate D-29’s request, and so he contemplated solving the issue for them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At least in this way, the bully would be the first to experience a major cosmetic change and can be the gauge for the guardian mecha’s future.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So, Sid decided to help by calling on the resident problem solver.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Current capitalist Xavier, who was also the husband of the rolling mechanic who currently had CP problems.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And this was how Xavier witnessed the live wilting of a golden dragon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luca sat there, his normally bubbly presence visibly deflating, as he stared at the estimated costs again, as if sheer willpower could shrink the numbers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not because he wanted to shortchange D-29, but because he knew he was bound to make mistakes as a first-time mecha maker.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So, how would he be able to finish the build considering such likely expenses?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And the little system understood as it had calculations for the probability of failure but opted not to show the Host who already looked like a sheet of ancient paper.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So, all it could do was ping every few seconds like a guilty pet that had accidentally destroyed a shoe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And this was Xavier’s view when he walked in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright. What happened?\" He leaned against the nearest desk, trying not to intimidate the already despondent mecha maker.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luca gave him a hesitant look, torn between explaining and pretending like everything was fine. Unfortunately, D-29 had no such reservations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Especially not when its body was on the line.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[ERROR: CRITICAL CP SHORTAGE]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The system’s projection flashed in bright, bold letters, accompanied by a sad little sound effect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xavier’s eyes flicked to the projection before returning to Luca. He didn’t say anything, just waited.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luca sighed and finally explained. \"The biomecha...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The calculations were wrong by a lot. And with a perfect build, we’d still lack a minimum of 12,900 CP.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Which was really a shame considering the effort it took for everyone else to gather their current reserve.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I should’ve double-checked sooner.\" His voice dipped lower.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xavier didn’t react immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, only after a moment did he reach out and lightly tapped Luca’s forehead with his finger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luca blinked up at him, startled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don’t worry about it.\" Xavier’s voice was calm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Steady.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And, as usual, devoid of any indicators of annoyance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’ll get you the CP.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A hand landed lightly on Luca’s head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xavier’s fingers barely applied any pressure, but the coolness there made the panicked leader’s breath catch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s not a problem.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A pause.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, softer, \"You’ve never built a full mecha before, and mistakes are expected.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The little dragon swallowed. \"But you’re busy with—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xavier shook his head once. \"Not more than you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, as if sensing Luca’s lingering doubt, he added, \"Focus on building it. I’ll handle the rest.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The worried penny pincher opened his mouth, only to close it when he saw the way Xavier was looking at him—steady, patient.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Like this was never a question, to begin with.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because it really wasn’t.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...Okay.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xavier nodded, pulling his hand away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, after a brief moment, he reached out again—this time fixing the collar of Luca’s slightly rumpled school jacket with precise fingers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don’t think too much.\" His voice was quiet, a rare moment of something like fondness slipping through his usually detached tone that would’ve scarred Kyle’s ears.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just build it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luca’s face warmed slightly, but he nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was an odd feeling, having to depend on others and having someone say that they’ve got it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But by now, even when his brain could not wrap around the still unusual concept, his heart seemed to feel better.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For just like that, the weight on his chest felt a little lighter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But more importantly, D-29, who had been silent until now, immediately switched to celebratory mode after realizing that it won’t have to walk ’naked’ without that cool golden trim!\u003C\u002Fp>",1299,"2026-06-02T06:16:21.520Z",1,"novelbin.me","51edc3fd9624487cb985ce6e224fd5176ade5d8eb17ecd4c3b54856a9999b4df","the-royal-military-academy-s-impostor-owns-a-dun-chapter-209","the-royal-military-academy-s-impostor-owns-a-dun-chapter-207",1073,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthe-royal-military-academy-s-impostor-owns-a-dun-cover.jpg"]