Reincarnated as the Legitimate Son of a Duke Family's ~ Just Trying To Live Live My Life Normally, But Somehow I've Got a Harem?~ - Chapter 5 : My Only Friend~

Chapter 5 : My Only Friend~

When I entered the spacious classroom, despite the number of people, all gazes were drawn on me as if I was an anomaly.

“…Unbelievable?”

“Has Lord Alex really come before the first period?”

“I haven’t seen that happening in a long time, actually…”

I heard some impolite words, but I didn’t intend to reprimand them as it was unnecessary.

After all, everything they were saying was correct… well, truly.

While still being the center of attention, I just shook my head and made my way to the seat by the window.

“Sigh… I’ve led such a terrible life.”

“Hey, Alex. What happened? You’re not usually early.”

The one who casually spoke to me was Thor — or rather, Thor Orcus, my only male friend.

He wasn’t of royal blood, but being the second son of the Marquis Orcus, he treated me quite frankly.

We were both ‘spares’ for the crown and we had gotten along well since childhood.

“Thor… Well, there isn’t really a reason. Just that I’ve been dangerously close to failing my classes.”

“Yeah, I get that. You’ve been absent for three days… was breaking off the engagement that much of a shock?”

That’s what Kaera had been grumbling about this morning.

Apparently, my absence from the academy was attributed to the shock of my engagement being called off.

However, the truth was… it was just too much hassle to come to the academy.

“Well, I guess so. But now, I’m feeling pretty relieved. My role as a ‘spare’ seems to be coming to an end, and I think it’s time to seriously consider my life.”

“The crown prince and his wife are going to have a child soon. Besides, your fiancée is gone too. Yeah, you’ve been freed from a lot of burden. My older brother seems like he’s going to get married soon, and… maybe it’s time for us to start thinking about something too.”

“What are you planning to do?”

“For starters, I’ll be leaving home. I can’t stand living with my brother and his wife. Maybe I’ll become an adventurer or something.”

While there might not be magic, there were creatures called demons that threatened people in this world since ancient times. Thus, the profession of adventurers existed.

“Hey, hey, no matter how many lives you have, they won’t be enough.”

“That’s why, partner… how about you and I become adventurers? I know about your sword skills, and there’s no need to hide them anymore, right?”

“Well… that might not be a bad idea.”

Given my birth, it wouldn’t be difficult for me to assume a high position in this country.

However, it could also lead to unnecessary misunderstandings… like aiming for the throne.

I’d rather avoid that.

I do possess sword skills, but it’s troublesome to openly admit to it.

“I never thought I’d hear such positive words from you…”

“Hey, you’re the one who started it. Well, we still have time. Let’s think about it slowly.”

“Yeah, you’re right. I can’t move without a definite plan, or it will risk my life in danger.”

The educational system in this world was similar to the one in my previous world.

While it’s rare for commoners to attend academy, nobles generally all go to academy.

From six years old, there’s elementary school; from twelve, middle school; and from fifteen, high school.

Upon reaching sixteen and becoming an adult, we were treated as second-year high school students.

[T/N : In a Fantasy world setting, generally the word ‘academy’ is used, but idk what the author was smoking while referring to them as schools.]

After that, individuals would either attend specialized academies or find employment.

“We weren’t even born yet… Oops, the chime rang.”

“Well then, let’s focus on class.”

“It would be troublesome if we can’t graduate.”

“No doubt about that.”

And then Thor also took his seat and focused his attention to the front.

As I watched him, my eyes met with Serena, who had somehow appeared in the class during our conversation.

“Muu…” She was sulking.

“…What’s wrong?”

Why is she glaring at me? What’s going on?

“…I don’t know.”

As I pondered this, Professor Nois entered the classroom and stood at the podium.

A dandy old man who suited the romance gray color, and another individual from a ducal family.

My family was the Misteltin family which ruled the western part of the kingdom, and the Tirfong family ruled the eastern part.

“Good morning, everyone. It seems all twenty of you are here today. And Alex-kun as well. Are you feeling better now?”

“Yes, I apologize for causing concern.”

“Hmm? It seems like your expressions have changed.”

“I have some thoughts, so I’m planning to take things a bit more seriously.”

“Well, well… That’s a good thing. I can call you with confidence now. Merle-san, please come in.”

With that, a timid girl appeared at the classroom door.

However, what caught my attention was that something was growing from her head…

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