The Introduction to Monster Studies lecture room, early afternoon.

As students entered the classroom, they immediately froze, their expressions betraying shock.

“Why is Professor Noh here...?”
“That guy’s got a reputation for being a real hard-ass.”

A few students whispered quietly among themselves. Just as the VR equipment had surprised them previously, today, it was the sudden presence of the Academy’s strictest professor that caught them off guard.

The mere sight of Professor Noh sitting silently commanded an intimidating presence. The atmosphere grew tense, especially among the students specializing in magic.

“…You know, we had a group project for …