[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-the-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy":3,"chapter-the-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-the-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-chapter-29":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","The Strongest Student of the Weakest Academy",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},1027085,1339,"Chapter 29 The Academy's Competition (XI)","the-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-chapter-29",29,"\u003Cp>\"Aha...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A soft sigh slipped from my lips as I settled down among the lifeless bodies of the demon beasts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sight was both gruesome and oddly satisfying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Gosh... there were hundreds of them. This should make some money.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I smiled to myself as I imagined the amount of money I'd get for these corpses and cores.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unfortunately, I didn't have any spatial ring to store their corpses, and my system was quite useless—except for the part that could foresee a potential 'outcome'.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>〖Oh, really...?〗\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly, a panel popped up in front of my eyes, interrupting my thoughts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ah... you can also appear when you're not needed,\" I muttered, not even bothering to take a second glance at the panel.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>〖...〗\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Come on... I don't even know your functions, besides, even though you helped me, I don't really trust you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I had read enough novels to know how these systems usually worked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They often turned out to be some kind of power-granting machine for the main character, and I wasn't about to fall into that cliché.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If anything, I shouldn't rely too much on it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But I shrugged it off.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It shouldn't be a big deal. I could handle things on my own, and besides, this system was practically useless anyway.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>〖Aestrea.〗\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mhm?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>〖Why do you think you've transmigrated into this world?〗\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I froze at the question.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was something I hadn't really thought about until now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I mean, I had been so caught up in living Aestrea's life that the idea of why I was here hadn't crossed my mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, with Aestrea's memories flooding my mind, it felt like I belonged here, like this was my new world, my home.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But honestly...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I don't see the need to know the reason. I'm having fun in this world.\" I replied, trying to brush off the question.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>〖I see...〗\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In my past life, I was an award-winning actor, one of the most famous faces in the world.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I had experienced the glitz and glamour, but I also had a front-row seat to the darker aspects of human nature.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>People can be incredibly selfish, driven by their desires and ambitions. I had seen friends turn into rivals and vice versa, hiding their gaze of envy and betrayal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The industry was filled with backstabbing and manipulation, where loyalty was often just a word thrown around to gain favor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a world where people would do anything for fame, even if it meant stepping on others to get there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, this also applies in this world.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But unlike my past world, this one is actually fun.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I'm not a particularly important person, and I can live my life freely. Never had I imagined that I would be able to frequent school again, it's more than refreshing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>〖Then, I hope that you can have fun here.〗\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Another panel appeared in front of me as if trying to express empathy towards me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Well, anyways... I have things to do.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『Judgement Eye (✦ S-Level Skill ✦)』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I jumped out of the pile of corpses as a faint symbol of a balance scale appeared in my now returned-to-normal pupils.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This pile of wolves wasn't nothing compared to that vision I had.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not to mention, that named demon beast that I saw.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From its ominous eyes and the most prominent feature that I saw... its horns that curled back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After that day, I spent quite a few hours in the library, trying to find a named demon beast that could fit that description.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And the only one I found was the...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bloodclaw Spirit Wolf.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A demon beast that was on the lower stages of the S Rank, but it was more than enough to destroy an entire country alone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If they didn't have S-rank awakeners of course.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Normally, someone like me, who wasn't even an A-Rank awakened, wouldn't stand a chance against such a beast.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I had needed Lucas's help just to take down the Bulking Demon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So why would I even think about challenging a Bloodclaw Spirit Wolf on my own?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was simple.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bloodclaw Spirit Wolfs, are a very, but very rare species. The kind that even in a hundred years, wouldn't have a chance to appear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because of that, their bodies are naturally resistant to any kind of danger, not to mention their bloodline ability.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If I had to give a reason as to why I wanted to kill this demon beast so madly other than protecting my classmates...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was because of their bloodline ability, their blood claws could inflict damage, and open wounds with just the slightest touch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I wanted that ability, really badly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Even you, Lumi... you're excited to get stronger, right?\" I said, glancing at the sword in my hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To my surprise, it quivered slightly, as if nodding in agreement. I couldn't help but chuckle at the thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even if I couldn't kill it...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I was going to kill it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I had to.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And soon, I found myself in a strangely familiar place.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The trees were tall, which didn't allow sunlight to pass through.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their twisted roots sprawled across the ground, making it hard to move without falling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A faint mist hung in the air, growing thicker the farther it stretched, and in the distance, the sound of a running current of water could be heard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ground was a mess, with broken branches and scorched patches of earth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The smell of burned wood was strong, mixed with the metallic smell of blood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ah...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I looked forward, and there, a group of red eyes emerged from the ominous mist as they came from the shadows of the trees.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Growwll...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their low growls rumbled through the air as they formed a wide circle around me, leaving a massive space in the center.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, from the mist, a creature stepped forward—more than five times the size of the other wolves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It had a blood-colored horn that curled back and diamond-shaped red pupils that seemed to pierce right through me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ahah... I found you...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I muttered coldly to myself, feeling my pupils shift into vertical slits. I tightened my grip on the sword's handle as I noticed the weaker wolves surrounding me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The named demon beast was clever; it didn't approach directly and instead sent its underlings to wear me down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But I wasn't here to deal with those weaklings. I was going straight for the boss.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mana surged through my legs as I pulled my sword back, shifting into a stance that would allow me to slice through anything in my path.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rumble!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Like a bolt of lightning, I dashed toward the named demon beast.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clang!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>My sword met its blood-colored horn with a resounding clash, the impact sending vibrations up my arm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>ROAARRRR!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>.....\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ladies, and gentlemen!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The announcer's voice boomed across the entire arena, cutting through the chatter and excitement of the crowd.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Welcome to the final phase of our annual academy competition! This last phase will be quite simple, so listen closely.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As everyone turned their attention to him, the announcer gestured toward a small portal that shimmered in the center of the arena.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Both academies will be entering an artificial dungeon, and the elimination process will work like a team battle royale.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He paused for dramatic effect, letting the anticipation build.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Each student will wear a special bracelet that acts like a second life. If a student is killed, they will be teleported out of the dungeon, confirming their elimination.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The crowd murmured in excitement, and the announcer continued, his voice rising with enthusiasm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Finally, the last student or students standing will declare the winner for their academy!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, with enough built up energy, he continued:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"From our left! We have the prestigious Eternum Royal Academy!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The crowd erupted into cheers, their excitement palpable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the left side, Ella led her classmates in her Leader's Suit, confidently striding toward the arena.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The students behind her waved their flag high, their spirits clearly lifted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And on our right, we have the dark horse of the competition, the Silverleaf Academy!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The cheers grew louder, but then they began to fade as the crowd noticed something unsettling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea, the leader of Silverleaf Academy, was missing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The students from the Silverleaf Academy walked slowly to the arena, their heads down, and they didn't even bother to wave their flag.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One would think that the way they were acting was pretty exaggerated, but no.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For them, Aestrea was like their shining light, the one who took them out of a world full of darkness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Like a parental figure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without him here...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Would it really matter if they won the competition or not?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing the lack of enthusiasm, the announcer tried to rally their spirits.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Remember, any late student can still enter the competition as long as they step into the portal before all their classmates are eliminated!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But his words didn't seem to have the desired effect, and he let out a resigned sigh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, everyone, please enter the portal. The crowd will be watching on the gigantic screens that will appear once each student steps inside.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the students began to enter the portal, multiple screens flickered to life, showcasing their faces.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, two much larger screens stood out from the rest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One displayed Ella, while the other... was completely blank.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was supposed to show Aestrea's figure, but instead, it was just an empty space.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Without further ado, let's begin the final battle to determine who is the strongest!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The crowd cheered, though the energy wasn't quite as electric as before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was astonishing to think that the absence of a single person could have such a profound impact on the atmosphere.\u003C\u002Fp>",1616,"2026-06-03T09:18:17.018Z","2026-06-03T09:18:22.334Z",1,"novelbin.me","283269ebf0a54a40565bc7b3406032667d5d7fbce068d9e1ead63c20abe9d5cd","the-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-chapter-30","the-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-chapter-28",547,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthe-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-cover.jpg"]