Chapter 22: An Invitation

Chapter 22: An Invitation

Kithina didnt know what to make of the scene displayed in front of her. Kegrog had grabbed the small Stryg and had him held tight. It seemed as if the little goblin would explode from the pressure. But then Kegrog began to groan in pain. His skin turned pale and he had crashed to the ground. Stryg didnt look much better, but his lilac eyes were clear, focused. Stryg then proceeded to try and kill Kegrog, not just beat him in the mock duel. He had actually tried to slit the orcs throat.

Kithina had thought Stryg was just some random back alley goblin who had gotten lucky to be a mageborn. A person who didnt take anything in the academy seriously. He couldnt even tie his own shoes. She had seen him as a hindrance to her group project, an annoyance, nothing more. But then he ran faster than the entire class. Professor Loh had called him a hybrid. It would explain his speed Kithina surmised. But, it shouldnt have made a difference when he had fought an orc twice his size and weight. And yet Stryg had won just the same. He had even attempted cold-blooded murder in front of everyone. He wasnt just some random goblin. He was dangerous.

Lohs shadow had pulled Kegrog way right before Strygs claws slashed his neck open. Instead of getting angry, reprimanding, or even punishing Stryg, Loh simply laughed and called Stryg a manifold mage. Didnt she care about the lives of her students? Was it just a joke to her?

What just happened? Is Kegrog alright? Nora, one of her human classmates asked.

Hell be fine, just needs to rest for a while. Loh patted the half-conscious orc. You did well buddy, not your fault your opponent tried casting a spell without any practice, like I literally just warned you all not to do.

Loh walked over to Stryg who lay on the ground unmoving. He couldnt move even if he wanted to. His lungs felt as if they were being squeezed shut. His heart was beating too fast. His whole body burned as if on fire. A few moments ago he had felt filled with energy, now he couldnt even lift a finger.

Well, lucky for all of us we have a perfect demonstration of what not to do. You, see Stryg here was being squeezed to a pulp by Kegrog. He was desperate to get out of the hold. In his desperation the mana within him reacted and he created an unstable grey spell. Which lucky for Stryg, weakened Kegrog and allowed him to win. I say lucky because Stryg is only paralyzed and not dead. This was a best case scenario for our resident goblin idiot. Now, on to the next mock duel. Loh stated.

Is Stryg going to be ok? Nora asked with a hand to her mouth. Will he be paralyzed forever?

Maybe, I dont know. Loh shrugged.

Thats not an answer, Nora pouted with a mutter.

Callum, the half-vampire, kneeled next to Stryg. Can you move at all?

Stryg managed a groan.Updated from novelbIn.(c)om

Loh, he needs immediate medical attention. Let me take him to the infirmary.

Denied, Loh said.

Please, he looks seriously injured. Callum pleaded.

I said no. Now get up, you will be fighting next, Loh said.

Kithina stepped forward. She was cautious of Stryg, but she didnt want him to be paralyzed either. Loh-

If one of you says one more word about the goblin, I will make sure that you end up in the infirmary. Am I clear? Loh threatened.

Kithina took a step back in fear.

Now, what exactly did you want to say girl? Hm? Loh asked.

Everyone.

Including yourself?

Stryg closed his eyes. ...Always.

Loh tilted her head. Anger is very volatile. To have it stay so single-minded, so concentrated. The extent of it is...wow. I dont think Ive ever met a mage who can cast with anger so well and Ive met a lot of mages who rely on anger. He also has two of my three colors. Coupled with his large source of mana and his hybrid physical abilities, hmm, she muttered to herself.

Loh sprang to her feet. That settles it. I, Loh Noir, will take you on as my personal apprentice.

What? Stryg gawked.

It means I will teach you magic. Seeing as youre already going to take Intro to Black Magic, I can personally teach you about grey magic and tips on black magic too. All you have to do is also be my personal assistant. So, youll have to run errands and the like. But, you will get paid quite well. Pretty good deal if you ask me.

You? Youre gonna teach me? But, I thought you hated me?

Loh frowned, Why would I hate you?

You made me fight against an orc twice my size and left me here to die. Stryg glared.

Tsk, tsk. I paired you with the orc to test your physical capabilities. Not that you performed well, mind you, but your P.E. teacher, Tauri, vouched for you. I knew youd be fine the moment I looked at you. It also gave us this chance to talk. Besides, I wouldnt let one of my students just die on the floor like that, my pay would get docked.

Oh I see. Stryg mumbled.

Be honored, from now on you may call me master, Loh smiled.

I am not your servant and I am definitely not your slave! Stryg lashed out. He should have been scared of her, but at the moment he just didnt care.

Loh crossed her arms. Of course not. If you were Id have you call me mistress. In this context, the word master refers to teacher.

Oh.

Its not everyday I choose an apprentice. So, are you in or not? Loh tapped her foot.

...Im not sure. This woman was dangerous. Stryg wasnt sure if he should get involved.

Ah, I forgot. The academy offers apartments near campus to teachers personal assistants.

...Does it have a big bed?

Loh grinned, Ill throw in the biggest youve ever seen.