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Chapter 100: Chapter 65: The Podium is Yours, Take the Floor

"Who is that?"

Aiden heard someone whispering beside him, "It's a lame guy... but pretty handsome!"

The voices became chaotic, and the students who were asleep began to wake up gradually. Those who hadn't been awakened by their friends were certainly woken up by the commotion.

"That's Aiwass Moriarty!"

Someone stated Aiwass's name clearly, "The great detective who was in the 'Glass Staircase Daily' a few days ago!"

More people heard the name and suddenly realized who he was, showing looks of recognition.

After all, he was Senior Hayna's partner, so it was normal for her to bring him along.

However, some people disapproved of what seemed to be an old-fashioned hobby, "Ah, do you still read newspapers?"

"...Moriarty? Is he Professor Moriarty's child?"

Someone astutely picked up on Aiwass's surname.

"Yes, 'Mr. Popular' Moriarty!"

Obviously, Aiden wasn't the only person who remembered Aiwass.

The only one concerned about Aiwass's health was a girl who looked deeply worried, "His leg..."

Others were gossiping, speculating about Hayna's level of concern, which was almost like she was "nurturing carefully": "Could it be Senior Hayna hasn't accepted Arlen because she already has a boyfriend?"

—Most likely not. Aiwass didn't seem like someone who would date Senior Hayna...

Aiden thought to himself.

He of course recognized the person before him. He easily recognized him at a glance.

Without a doubt, this person was Aiwass Moriarty, his classmate from middle school!

Even back in middle school, Aiwass often became the center of attention.

He was like the current Hayna, passionate, cheerful, kind, and always considering others. Not even the flaw of "origin" that Hayna was most criticized for was present.

Aiwass hailed from one of the Founding Families. Though he was only an adopted child... but given that his father had no direct descendants, being an adopted child wasn't much different from being of direct blood.

The difference between him and Hayna was that she was popular for her cheerful personality and mixed well with both boys and girls.

Whereas Aiwass was the opposite. He was clearly more popular among the girls.

Not that Aiwass had any animosity with the boys, it was purely because he attracted too much attention and didn't leave much for others. What was most annoying was that he never really dated anyone; he just spread his charm and kindness around. This meant he didn't have a definite girlfriend... And so, the girls wouldn't step back, always harboring some kind of fantasy.

—"He's so nice to me, maybe he actually likes me?"

But if someone confessed, Aiwass would politely refuse, carefully preserving the other's dignity, and make it clear that he was just being nice to everyone. Although there were those who saw through this... what of it?

Compared to the immature, brash, self-centered boys his age, mature and understanding Aiwass was just more comfortable to be around. Even without a romantic relationship or close contact, he was undoubtedly a good friend of the opposite sex.

Among the things Aiden was aware of, Aiwass's "achievements" included finding a girl's kidnapped sister, helping resolve a misunderstanding between a young couple, skipping class to accompany a girl who had suddenly lost her parents in a tragedy, and helping a rebellious classmate mend relations with his family — and most outrageous of all, a female teacher was heartbroken over a failed romance, and Aiwass wrote her a hilariously clever poem, playing the harp like a Bard, consoling her that being single wasn't so bad.

With Aiwass setting the bar so high, his immature peers seemed even more juvenile.

"Good morning, Professor Bard!"

Hayna greeted the elderly professor energetically.

"Good morning, Miss Dane."

The small, frail-looking old professor also had a fondness for this well-performing and polite student.

Turning off the microphone button on the lecture podium, he turned back with a smile on his stern face and politely addressed Hayna by her surname.

Saying this, he turned his gaze towards the person behind Hayna, touching his shiny, nearly bald head, "This is... Mr. Aiwass Moriarty, isn't it?

Unlike the students, Professor Bard was obviously someone who read the newspaper daily.

Therefore, it wasn't surprising that he recognized the young detective who had solved the Pelican Bar case, indirectly resolved the previous demon sacrifice case and the warehouse explosion case, and at least twenty-three smuggling cases.

"Hello, Professor Bard."

Aiwass nodded politely in greeting.

"Actually, Aiwass is also a student of this year's Theological Seminary," Hayna warmly introduced him to the elderly professor, "You should recognize him already.

"He has been in poor health before, and so has been recuperating at home. But even so, Aiwass has been studying on his own at home—you know, his father is Professor Moriarty. So he hasn't fallen behind in his studies... Although final exams are approaching, Professor Moriarty felt that Aiwass could also come and try taking them.

"He, and Miss Lily here, are both new additions to our class. However, he's two months behind, so it might be difficult for him to get along with the other students. That's why I'd like to borrow your microphone, Professor, to help Aiwass introduce himself."

"Oh?"

The elderly professor lit up at the request.

He already had a favorable impression of the accomplished young Aiwass from the newspapers, and now with his trusted student Hayna recommending him so enthusiastically, he looked forward to it even more.

Moved by the idea, he asked Aiwass softly, "Do you have any knowledge about the Star Antimony Kingdom and Heracel?"

"I do."

Aiwass affirmed confidently: "I'm aware of the four nations of Star Antimony, Iris Flower, Narcissus, and Black Hawk that emerged after the division of the Heracel Empire."

It was even beyond mere awareness—these countries' backstories were a favorite topic of his screenwriter friend during meals. He worried he might accidentally spill something he shouldn't...

"Well then..."

The open-minded old professor stepped aside with a chuckle, "Why don't you come here and introduce yourself.

"Afterward, you can talk about the founding of Star Antimony. Here's the lesson plan, and the textbook... start from this section. You can refer to them if you like, or improvise as you wish.

"I believe after your appearance, they won't be able to concentrate anyway. And since you're in a wheelchair, it's not easy for you to go up to the stage, so you should sit beside the podium anyway. Why not just take this class... I'm sure the students will listen attentively."

Professor Bard encouraged him, "Don't worry, if there are any mistakes I will point them out on the side—this is a rare opportunity, isn't it?" .net

Hayna standing aside was a bit stunned, hesitating for a moment, not sure if she should intervene.

But Aiwass readily agreed, "No problem."

This left her with no choice but to look on with a bitter expression, choosing to stay beside him.

——At least with her there, even if Aiwass didn't do well, those rascals wouldn't dare to make a fuss in front of her.