Something appeared.
Henry hastily checked the details.
[Blind]
- A feature that allows you to stop the broadcast feed without ending the stream.
- The screen has not been set. If left unconfigured, a black screen will be displayed. Configuration is recommended.
- Subtitles have not been set. Configuration is recommended.
I can stop it…?
Fortunately, Henry had a sharp mind.
I’m sure of it. He’s given me the authority.
Blind. Start Broadcast. End Broadcast.
Henry had received these three “functions” at the precise moments he needed them.
Can he read my thoughts?
No, even without reading minds, it would be easy to infer. But if it was the Grand Mage, either possibility wouldn’t be strange.
This one is the end function.
On the broadcast screen, a triangular pattern was in the top-left corner, while a red X was marked in the top-right. Pressing that would completely terminate the broadcast.
If it were just the Blind function, he might have simply been generous. But granting me the authority to start and end broadcasts? There has to be a reason.
There was intent behind this. Most likely, the Grand Mage wanted Henry to use it effectively at the right moment.
…It must be a message to focus on the broadcast. He’s setting the stage for me, so I shouldn’t waste this opportunity.
That was the only conclusion Henry could reach.
This goes against the Academy’s educational philosophy.
A chuckle slipped out at the thought. The Academy always provided tangible “rewards” as one’s skills improved, in one way or another. But the Grand Mage had outright gifted talent to an inadequate Henry and even pointed him in the right direction.
I need to change my approach. As a mage… I have to engage my audience. But how?
The whole concept of broadcasting was utterly unfamiliar. In the past, he wouldn’t have even spared it a thought. However, desperation had a way of making anything possible.
Alright. Let’s start with a trial run.
Immediately after completing his scheduled training, Henry presented his viewers with a new “course.”
“I feel like I’ve only shown you narrow spaces, so today, I’d like to introduce you to our Academy.”
[An introduction? All of a sudden??]
[Not bad lol I was curious about the layout]
[But aren’t you going to get into an argument with everyone you meet?]
“It’s not that bad. Only when it’s one-on-one, like yesterday, do people outright challenge me. Most think even associating with me would tarnish their honor.”
[Wow, you’re really starting from the bottom lol]
“There’s another reason as well. I’ve been thinking about how I should develop moving forward, but keeping that to myself wouldn’t be polite.”
That was Henry’s first step—moving away from acting like he was trapped in a confined space and instead showcasing a broader environment.
“And I won’t just stop at showing you the layout…”
[What’s next?]
[When are you leveling up?? I want to see you get stronger.]
“I thought you’d say that, so I came prepared.”
It was time to unveil his second card.
“Today, I’ll demonstrate a skill.”
[?????????]
[You have skills????]
[Wait, don’t you need mana for that???]
[Holy crap, are you dropping your concept??]
“I would never abandon my concept. As I mentioned before, I managed to accumulate a little mana last night and earlier in the training room. I intend to show you the results of that.”
[Oh damn, you really were sitting there for hours.]
[Lol so that’s why you looked like you were about to pass out? You sat for too long??]
It worked. Henry was sure of it.
He still didn’t fully understand what the mages meant by “skills,” but he could make an educated guess.
Now, where should he begin?
At that moment—
<User ‘trysky0323’ has donated 1,000 won!>
<“Will you take on challenges if we set them?”>
The sudden voice made Henry furrow his brows.
“Challenges…?”
<User ‘trysky0323’ has donated 1,000 won!>
<“If you finish introducing the Academy within 30 minutes, I’ll donate 20,000 won!”>
“I’ll take it!”
He had no idea what this was about!
But he understood what they wanted. And the reward.
20,000 won!
That was an incredible sum. With that kind of money, he could buy so many things—
[LOLLLLLL]
[Your whole “stoic knight” persona crumbles before capitalism, huh?]
[This is hilarious lmao]
“Thank you for the generous offer. 30 minutes. I’m starting now.”
Henry’s brain kicked into high gear.
The time limit was tight, but he had spent three whole years in this place.
I can do it. I have to.
A complete route formed in his mind—a path that would cover all the facilities in the shortest time possible.
Finally, he checked his surroundings. No one was there.
It was still early. Those who could leave had already done so, and the lower-rank trainees were likely still enjoying their late-morning rest.
Perfect.
Henry took his first step.
He stretched out his hand, pointing to the right, then to the left simultaneously.
“Let’s start over here. This is the training ground you saw yesterday. And over there is the drill yard. Behind us—”
He spun around.
“The facility you’re looking at now is the mana cultivation room, where I was just moments ago. It’s significantly larger than the previous space because a magic circle beneath it gathers mana.”
[Lol look at him getting all serious.]
[Did his character change a bit?? Lmao]
[Sir Knight hahaha]
There was no time to reply. Henry kept moving, adding more details as he went.
“Even within the same class, training locations differ based on the content. For example, for leadership or formation drills, we use the drill yard, whereas for small-scale combat training, we use the training ground…”
On and on, knowledge stored in the back of his mind flowed seamlessly.
It had paid off, diligently learning everything without neglecting a single detail.
There were hardly any places in the Academy that Henry didn’t know about.
[Are you reading from an in-game minimap or something??? LOL]
[How do you even remember all this? Is that even possible???]
[He’s gotta be a dev, right? It’s only been a few days since he started lmao]
[Given that this is basically the tutorial phase, it’s been what, three days max??]
“This over here is our—no, the dormitory for lower-rank trainees. It houses students ranked C-class and below…”
[Are you different from them, Sir Knight?]
“That’s my accommodation over there. As I mentioned, I wasn’t even placed in Class F, so the headmaster personally arranged it for me.”
[Wasn’t that a storage room?]
[Wow, that’s really harsh, haha.]
[What kind of academy is this?]
[Then where’s the accommodation for the higher-ranked students?]
“Well, it’s over there.”
Henry pointed. In the distance, a grand building that seemed overly lavish for student accommodation could be seen. It looked like it was over ten stories tall. Just the exposed design was so glamorous that comparing it to Henry’s “barn” would be embarrassing.
[The contrast is too extreme, haha.]
[Barn << Motel << Hotel, haha.]
[But how do they even attend classes if it’s that far away? It must be a hassle to come every morning.]
“Since it was a building directly commissioned by the royal family, it’s equipped with a warp gate. You can even select the coordinates dynamically, so travel time is virtually nonexistent.”
[LOL]
[The disparity is real, haha.]
There was lively laughter from the viewers.
‘This will work.’
Henry had succeeded in grabbing the mages’ attention. With only 20 minutes left, he had already shown more than half of the academy.
‘If I can earn 20,000 won more, I can buy it.’
[Shopping Cart] The item at the very top of the cart was 99,000 won.
“…And that concludes the introduction to our academy. If you have any special questions, feel free to ask.”
The Ballaran Royal Knight Academy. The introduction ended with the majestic library.
‘Did they find this satisfying?’
Henry watched the mages’ reactions, his eyes tense.
[He really stopped the intro in 30 minutes, haha.]
[People change when money is involved, haha.]
[Did he memorize all of this?]
“I didn’t memorize anything. Anyone who’s been here for three years would know it inside and out.”
[He memorized all that for the concept?]
[Amazing, really.]
Henry couldn’t understand why they thought he had memorized everything. The academy had become more familiar to him than his own hometown, so explaining it was no trouble. But…
<‘trysky0323’ has donated 20,000 won!>
<“You’re amazing!”>
All doubts vanished in an instant. What did it matter? It was a minor misunderstanding. A “positive” misunderstanding, at that. The mood was even one of satisfaction with the display he had just shown.
“Incredible. Thank you so much. I don’t even know what to say… you so generously donated 20,000 won…”
Most mages’ donations were usually around 1,000 or 2,000 won. But 20,000 won was an enormous sum, something that ordinary people couldn’t even imagine.
[It was for the mission^^]
But to be this cool about it… Henry felt deeply moved.
“You’re truly a magician among magicians. I sincerely thank you. I’ll invest this generously in the things I truly need.”
[(He’s probably going to order chicken for dinner, haha.)]
[Yeah, I agree, haha.]
[To be honest, chicken is the right choice, haha.]
‘Is he talking about actual chicken? Or was there a chicken item in the donation shop?’
Henry made a note of it. If that reaction was any indication, it must be a useful item. But more importantly…
“Thanks to your generosity, I’ve gathered enough donations. If it’s not too much trouble, may I use the items I’ve had my eye on?”
[Donations?]
[What is he talking about all of a sudden?]
“I carefully examined the donation shop last night. I thought long and hard about what I truly need, and because of that, I was able to choose a few items.”
[???]
[What’s a donation shop?]
[Haha, just try it out!]
‘Do these viewers not know about it?’
It could be something the great wizard set up for him. But in any case…
[Donation Shop]
[Here’s the list of items available at your current level.]
[The shopping cart is open.]
‘It’s better to show them first.’
When communication was unclear, it was often better to show the results first.
[Level 1 Talent Orb (Circulation): 99,000 won]
[Item purchased!]
The donation money disappeared, and a bead appeared on Henry’s hand.
‘Magic is truly amazing.’
To manipulate space like this so freely…
“Thanks to the mages’ generosity, I was able to acquire a Level 1 Talent Orb. I sincerely thank you.”
[Level 1 Talent? What’s that? Haha.]
[What? What’s going on here?]
[What a random surprise!]
“Yes, it seems this shop was set up by the great mage who opened this broadcast. It’s called the Donation Shop, and this item cost 99,000 won.”
[This is crazy, haha.]
[So this is how the concept is going to unfold??]
[Donate to become stronger? Wow, this turned into a pay-to-win game, haha.]
“Thank you for your kind words.”
[No way, haha.]
[Is this for real?]
[Just try it out, haha. What happens when you use it? Do you get a skill?]
“Well, I’ll have to try it to find out. It’s a Talent Orb, but I’m not sure exactly what it does.”
He wasn’t sure how to use it right away, but the great wizard had once again been kind.
[Level 1 Talent Orb (Circulation)]
- Upon use, you gain the talent of [Circulation].
- It has a sweet taste.
‘Sweet taste?’
Does that mean I should eat it?
Henry awkwardly brought the orb to his mouth. The mages burst into laughter, and the next moment…
“Ah?”
A blissful sweetness filled his mouth.
