The Deeds Of An Extremely Arrogant Villain Aristocrat

Chapter 35: The Unseen Path to Supremacy

I said we will crush them completely. Is it really necessary to have such an incompetent academy that exposed my son to such danger?

Looking into his fathers eyes, Luke immediately understood.

( Oh, Father is serious)

The flames of genuine anger burned red in Claudes eyes. However

W-Wait, Father that may be a little hasty decision.

Luke raised an objection to his father.

Hmm how unusual. You want to give me your opinion? Fine, lets hear it.

Thank you very much.

Luke didnt wonder why. Even though it was quite extreme, he understood the legitimacy of his fathers anger. But

(No I absolutely cant let the academy be crushed right now.)

Due to his extreme arrogance, Lukes emotions that he could never restrain raged within him.

In response, Claude was delighted that his son had voiced his opinion to him. 

He desperately tried to hold back from grinning broadly, as he couldnt lose his dignity even though Luke was right in front of him. 

Claude simply wanted to be a father that his son could respect. Therefore, his gaze became even sharper than usual. 

His overwhelming pressure was like an invisible arrow that pierced through every inch of Lukes body.

He would listen to Lukes opinion, but his boiling fury over exposing his beloved son to danger will not disappear. 

If it was Lukes wish, Claude wanted to make it come true as much as possible from the bottom of his heart. However, he still couldnt easily tolerate this incident.

There are three benefits to keeping the academy alive.

Hmm

Luke realized he had said this without thinking, as his thoughts raced rapidly. 

He didnt have any ulterior motives, he just felt that it would be better to summarize the benefits in three points. 

It was something he unconsciously picked up from the Lonsdale siblings persuasive tactics.

First of all, its said that Aslan is the best magic school in the kingdom. Certainly, theres no way to defend the failure this time. I think that any incompetent person who bothers me should die. However, it is also a fact that this school has nurtured many excellent magicians so far. With a small number of elite educations, excellent teachers, and ranking systems even in my eyes, it seems very reasonable.

All we need to do is improve the security issues that have been brought to light. It would be a bit of a waste to destroy everything.

In fact, the attack incident this time could have happened anywhere. The attackers target was clearly Luke. 

It just happened to be Aslan Magic School, and if Luke had gone to any other magic school, this attack would have happened.

The reason was that the Kingdom of Myrstia had been too far away from danger due to its overwhelming magical power, and had fatally lacked a sense of crisis. 

To put it bluntly, it had become complacent due to peace

Next, it could be a great opportunity to make the Gilbert family and the noble faction even bigger.

Hou.

Regardless of the faction, the anger of the nobles towards this matter must be significant. Thats why I think Father, who is the head of the noble faction, should work to calm the situation. By doing so, we can create a significant favor to Aslan Magic School, the Kingdom Knights, and ultimately the Myrstia Royal Family. It will surely be beneficial to the Gilbert family and our faction.

Upon hearing Lukes words

Amazing.

Claude exclaimed in admiration. 

In truth, what Luke had just said was something Claude had also been thinking. 

However, that was the thinking of an ambitious person who aimed for the throne, not that of a father. 

Claude had a clear priority. 

His feelings of anger towards those incompetent people who had exposed his son to danger far outweighed any great ambition.

( As expected, thats my son!)

The joy and emotion of his son Luke reaching the same conclusion as himself shook Claudes heart intensely, making his chest warm up. 

He was on the verge of tears, it would truly fall down if he let his guard down. 

However, this was also an ironic situation.

Luke was unwittingly walking the path of unwanted domination.

Finally this academy has high utility value in proving that I am superior to anyone else.

Im sorry, Father. This is nothing but my selfishness. But I just cant stand the thought of someone inferior to me being considered better than me. Therefore, I want to prove it. That I am the strongest.

After hearing Lukes words,

Kukuku Fuhahaha

Claude murmurs and quietly laughs. And then

Ahahahaha!! Thats my son!!

He laughed loudly.

There was certainly joy in the fact that Luke had spoken his mind to him. But more than that, he laughed because he understood Lukes feelings.

To be looked down upon by someone who is far inferior to you its an unbearable humiliation.

Claude thought to himself that they were truly father and son. And Luke had conveyed his will to him to this extent. Claude no longer had any doubts.

I understand. Lets do it your way. But I will have a say in the security arrangements.

Thank you, father.

Actually, Claude intended to vent his anger towards the school to some extent, but he didnt say that.

I have to apologize to Julia.

To mother? Why?

Kukuku I promised to show those incompetent fools who endangered my son the depths of h**l.

Luke looked tired. In fact, he was tired. 

After managing to calm his fathers intense anger and feeling relieved, exhaustion suddenly overwhelmed him.

Relax, Ill make sure the academy continues to exist as you wish. Leave it to me.

Thank you, Father.

Very well. Also, well leave for Gilbadia in a few days. Keep that in mind.

Understood.

Now then, Ill go talk with the headmaster for a bit. Alfred, take care of Luke.

Yes, sir.

With those words, Claude started walking. 

Luke bowed and watched him go. Then, Alfred, who had until now remained completely silent, stood by his side.

The Aslan Magic Academy was an environment that couldnt be better for learning magic. 

However, this failure was a very big one. No matter how many achievements they had, it was not something that could be forgiven.

If Claude didnt move to contain the situation, the academys existence would have been extremely difficult to continue. However, he was the head of the noble faction and as such, there was a way out of it for the academy.

Is this really a lucky thing for the kingdom?

Rather than crushing the academy, the answer Luke came up with was to keep it going and create a large loan. That was the only answer he could find.

And so, unknowingly, he was walking down an unwanted path of domination.

Claude walked towards the academy. His appearance gave off an imposing aura to anyone who saw him. 

However, those who knew him well would realize that he was in a very good mood.

(As expected, Luke is fit to be a king)

He definitely felt a glimpse of the natural-born ruler in Luke. 

Even so, he didnt mention anything about the plan. Of course, Yolande had told him to keep quiet, but that wasnt the only reason he didnt speak about it.

(Kukuku I can picture Lukes delighted face!)

It was far from normal human sensibilities, but for Claude, seizing the throne was like a surprise for Luke.

There was a small bar in the capital city. 

A man wearing a turban on his head was drinking at the counter during a quiet time when there were few customers.

hiccups.

Canis, are you all right? Youve been in pretty bad shape lately.

Well, Im glad you noticed, Owner. Its really bad, you know

Whats wrong? If its okay with me, Ill listen to you.

Canis tilted the wooden barrel jug in his hand and poured in the sake. Then he began to talk.

The truth is, I had been working hard secretly for a long time, but those guys who didnt understand anything took it over and in the end, they messed up so badly that it became incredibly difficult it was already so difficult to begin with ugh damn idiots!

Perhaps because he had drunk too much, Canis was unable to articulate himself well, and his story was incoherent and difficult to understand. 

But Owner had been running this small bar for many years. Dealing with customers like this was a piece of cake.

That was a disaster. I understand your frustration, man.

Do you really understand me! Im a bit tired

A person cant keep pushing themselves all the time. Sometimes, its necessary to stop and recharge your batteries.

Uhh Owner-san

At that moment, the door creaked open with a noise

Hey old man, you working?

Yeah.

Oh, its Zach! And Ferris-chan too! Welcome!

Oh, Ferris is it time to go home already?

Not exactly. Well, yes and no. But I have something to tell you.

What, what? Tell me!

Gross. Drunk.

Th-Thats too much

Zach and Ferris took their seats at the counter.

Ill have an ale! And what about you, Ferris-chan?

Honey wine.

Got it!

Owner efficiently served their drinks, which Zach chugged down with in one go, while Ferris took a small sip.

Mmm, delicious!

Tasty.

Man, that was surprising. Ferris-chan suddenly visiting me like that.

What, Ferris? Why?

I went to ask about Gilbadia. We should go too.

Hic Too sudden.

After quaffing the ale, Zach spoke to Owner.

To be honest, Im leaving the capital tomorrow. Im planning to go back to Gilbadia. Aslan got caught up in all that mess.

Seriously? Thats a shame. Ill miss you.

Well, Im happy! I finally got used to the capital, but Gilbadia is still my home. I always planned to go back someday. We owe a lot to the Guildmaster over there.

I see! Youre a man of your word! If thats the case, I cant stop you!

Dont worry, Ill be back soon! When I do, Ill come back here again, so take care of us then too!

Ah, definitely come back! In that case, Ill give you plenty of freebies today!

Thats awesome! My friends will come later, so take care of them too!

Hahaha! Youre getting ahead of yourself! But thats fine, bring as many people as you want! Ill take care of you all!

Wow! Thank you so much! Youre amazing, Owner-san!

While such a trivial exchange was taking place, Ferris whispered to Canis:

The school is closed. We should definitely return to Gilbadia. This is actually a chance for us to go.

Ferriss expression was dead serious. However

hic huh, what did you say?

Canis had drunk too much alcohol to have a serious conversation.

Youve always been weak to alcohol. Cant even handle it. How pathetic.

After a while, Zachs companions also joined them.

That day, the loud laughter that could be heard from the bar never ceased until late at night