Helmut: The Forsaken Child - H.F.C Chapter 238 (Part 1):
The next day, the senior swordsmanship tournament finals took place.
It was a match involving Leon, the fourth-year representative from Greta Academy.
After a grueling hour-long battle, Leon, drenched in sweat, managed to secure the victory.
With this, Greta Academy had produced two champions and one runner-up.
Only Nils, who had been eliminated early, felt a bit bitter.
However, his bitterness wasn’t as great as that of the other students from Baden academies.
Especially the arrogant students from Matesis Academy, who couldn’t even lift their heads due to the unexpected result from Greta Academy, which they had looked down upon.
The only piece of good news for all Baden academies was the outstanding performance of their students, who had been excluded by the temple.
All the top-ranking participants were from Baden.
The instructors were in a celebratory mood.
“Congratulations to all of you!”
“We’re proud of you.”
Even the usually stern Instructor Patricia and the strict Instructor Alan were beaming today.
Had Ethan Kudrow been present, his reaction wouldn’t have been different.
Leon, despite winning the highly esteemed senior swordsmanship tournament, remained humble.
Somehow, he kept his distance and sat far away from Helmut.
As everyone from Greta Academy acknowledged, Helmut was superior to Leon. Leon, even with his newfound confidence, hadn’t forgotten this fact.
For the remaining members of Greta Academy, the staff at the lodging prepared a lavish banquet.
Although the tournament had ended, they didn’t need to leave the lodging immediately, but they would have to vacate it soon.
Everyone would return to their respective places.
The academy instructors didn’t comment much on Helmut’s decision.
The Ratona Palace was too grand a place for a commoner like Helmut, but he was the tournament champion.
As long as it wasn’t a threat to the student’s safety, the faculty had no say in where he stayed during the vacation.
However, they were curious about Helmut’s decision.
“I heard you decided to stay in Rinosa. Does Instructor Ethan know about this?”
“I plan to write him a letter.”
“Do you like it here?”
“Yes.”
His short answer left them guessing. Instructor Alan nodded.
“Well, if the Duchess of Renosa has promised good treatment, staying here during the vacation isn’t a bad idea. Ratona’s scenery is beautiful.”
“Though, I wonder if you can avoid being recruited by the Black Wing Knights.”
“The Black Wing Knights would surely covet someone like Helmut.”
Charlotte, sitting next to him, glanced around slightly. Helmut casually cut her off.
“We’ll see.”
Becoming a member of the Black Wing Knights to stay close to his mother was something he had considered.
Being a guest as the tournament champion was temporary.
For Helmut to stay in Renosa long-term, he needed a valid reason. A reason to leave Greta Academy and remain here.
But was there meaning in staying around like that?
His mother wasn’t in danger, and there was no need for Helmut to protect her.
If his mother didn’t need him, should he still stay here?
Wouldn’t his presence be more of a burden?
Helmut calmed down. He had found his mother and confirmed she was living safely and peacefully.
And he had revealed his existence to her.
Perhaps that was enough. His purpose might have been fulfilled with that.
If any further wishes would cause harm, he should stop. Helmut accepted this fact calmly.
“With the semester over, you’ll soon be a third-year student.”
Professor Luxen muttered, stroking his chin. The instructors exchanged smiles.
They continued their conversation as if nothing had happened.
Helmut silently lifted the glass of water in front of him.
He was facing a turning point.
However, returning to the academy didn’t seem to be an option at this juncture.
Changes were bound to occur.