I Became A Flashing Genius At The Magic Academy-Chapter 350

Baek Yuseol had long speculated about the mysterious "Constellatio Project."

Though the nature of this entity remained ambiguous, it had provided him with guidance, much like a game system offering hints and rewards. It displayed system messages, implemented a level system, and helped him grow alongside the geniuses of Aether World.

Every time he completed an episode, it offered gifts in the form of skills or stat enhancements. While these rewards had been a significant motivator, after a year, questions began to arise.

*What exactly is Constellatio?*

Baek Yuseol stared blankly at the circular mirror mounted on the wall of his dormitory.

The mirror, which reflected only his face and upper body, had been there since his admission. Yet, he couldn't remember the last time he'd looked into it.

"I still look so young..."

There was a time when he regularly examined his reflection while shaving, noting his face maturing over time.

Now, his beard barely grew, and he seldom glanced at the mirror even while washing up. This made the changes to his appearance feel oddly unfamiliar.

*Could Constellatio be the lingering consciousness of Aether World itself?*

It seemed implausible. The idea of a world possessing self-awareness and expressing its will was too fantastical.

*Constellatio isn’t a singular entity.*

Baek Yuseol was certain of this much. The countless consciousnesses that formed the Constellatio Project were evident, particularly when it claimed to "discuss" decisions after certain incidents.

And then there were the "other Baek Yuseols."

In the realm of his inner self, the "other Baek Yuseol" had spoken to him: the stars above symbolized countless worlds.

Flame was one such chosen individual—frequently referred to in the game as the girl "chosen by the stars."

At the time, no explanation was provided as to why the stars had selected her. However, recent events had made it clear:

The stars, masquerading as angels, had been attempting to communicate with Flame, continually providing her with power.

"It’s confirmed... Flame is the key."

He recalled the hidden quest from the climax of the game, during the hunt for the *Obsidian Thirteenth Moon*.

The quest, titled *The Disappearance of Flame*, emerged at a critical moment.

Baek Yuseol had failed to find her, and the story concluded with the defeat of the Thirteenth Moon.

But where had Flame gone during that time?

Why had such an unusual quest appeared at that exact moment?

Main quests, both in reality and the game, always provided a path forward.

"Why is this?"

Even if he asked Flame directly, she wouldn’t have the answers he sought.

Moreover, the mysterious *Narrative Force* continued to impose restrictions, preventing her from divulging certain truths.

While some of these constraints had loosened, allowing her to share more secrets, the most critical ones remained locked.

As Baek Yuseol pondered these thoughts, he noticed something flicker behind him in the mirror.

It wasn’t sudden; he’d observed this phenomenon before but had chosen to ignore it.

The flickers of red, silver, blue, ochre, and light green were none other than the remnants of the Twelve Moons, lingering as his protectors.

In a year, he had acquired nearly half of their blessings and encountered two of the Twelve Moons directly.

*Back when I was playing the game...*

The game, blending romance fantasy and simulation, extended beyond the academy.

Events that occurred during the academy were merely the prelude; the real story unfolded after graduation.

In the original game, players only began delving into the Twelve Moons’ events after completing their academy years.

*But I’ve accelerated the flow of the story.*

Take Eisel’s incident at Illazelin Reverse Mountain as an example—an event that should have occurred far in the future.

If everything was happening earlier than expected, could the "destruction" slated for nine years later also be imminent?

"Hah... I have no idea."

Trying to clear his mind, Baek Yuseol reached for a soda from the fridge when the doorbell chimed.

It was the notification sound for visitors in the dormitory lobby.

[Caller: Annella]

"Annella? What’s she doing here?"

Remote communication wasn’t an option, so Baek Yuseol donned his coat and headed to the lobby.

The ground floor bustled with students, though they seemed to keep their distance from something—or someone—creating a peculiar barrier.

"Wow... an elf."

"First time seeing one? I saw them during the exchange program."

"Lucky you."

Amid the murmurs, Baek Yuseol pieced it together.

As he approached, the crowd parted, revealing the diminutive "teenager" Annella and the high elf, Zerriel.

Baek Yuseol, slightly taken aback, greeted them.

"Zerriel... Annella? What brings you two here?"

Even as he spoke, he struggled to meet Zerriel’s gaze.

Thanks to the blessing of *Yeonhongchun Samwol*, he maintained a composed demeanor, but the memory of their past subtle interactions lingered, making him self-conscious.

Zerriel, however, responded casually, as if unaffected.

"Nothing special. Annella needs to take the Stella entrance exam. I thought I’d escort her since she’s never been on an airship. I also figured I’d drop by to see you."

"Is that so?"

"I-I-it’s not like I asked for this—!"

"Keep your voice down in public."

"Yes, ma’am..."

Annella wilted at Zerriel’s stern tone, her expression one of reluctant compliance.

*Didn’t Annella, as a former dark mage, travel the world alone for missions?*

She shouldn’t need someone to escort her on an airship. Or had she received help back then too?

Shrugging off his curiosity, Baek Yuseol returned his attention to the present.

"Here, a gift."

"Huh?"

Zerriel handed him a box with a nonchalant air before turning and walking away with her usual grace.

"Wear it next time we meet."

"Uh... sure..."

Though he was tempted to open it immediately, the crowd and its curious gazes made him decide against it.

Instead, he focused on Annella, who tugged at his sleeve, clearly uncomfortable with the crowd.

"Can we go somewhere quieter?"

"Sure."

After depositing the box at the package collection point in the lobby, Baek Yuseol led Annella to a nearby café.

As they sat with their drinks, Annella’s eyes sparkled as she took in the sights of Stella Academy.

"It’s already time for your entrance exam. Are you ready? I feel bad for not helping you prepare."

"No, no! You’ve helped me so much already!"

[Sincerity, Passion, Happiness]

Annella’s emotions radiated so clearly that even without trying, Baek Yuseol could sense them.

"I’ve been able to do everything I’ve ever dreamed of. Traveling with Zerriel, seeing amazing sights, and studying... I’ve worked so hard."

"Is that so?"

He recalled her dream of becoming a pure academic mage.

Given her aspirations, perhaps Stella, a school for battle mages, wasn’t the right fit for her. Was bringing her here the right decision?

"Do you think I can become a battle mage?"

"Anyone can. If someone like me can attend Stella, so can you."

"Don’t say that! To me, there’s no one more amazing than you."

"Is that right?"

Baek Yuseol chuckled softly.

Annella, unaware of his doubts about himself, looked at him with admiration, her confidence shining through.

"I’m certain I’ll pass. Honestly, I’m pretty much guaranteed to get in."

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"That confident?"

[Confidence]

Her determination was evident in her eyes. For someone as reserved as Annella, this wasn’t mere bravado.

*What kind of training did Zerriel put her through?*

Baek Yuseol couldn’t help but be impressed.

As their conversation shifted, Annella mentioned a group of prospective students she’d met—her peers aiming for Stella.

Baek Yuseol, curious about the students who had piqued her interest, agreed to meet them.

They traveled to a luxurious hotel where the students were staying—a stark contrast to the modest dorms for commoners.

"Is this the right place?"

"Y-Yeah."

Annella seemed as uneasy about the opulence as Baek Yuseol.

When they arrived, they found a group of elegantly dressed teenagers gathered on a terrace, sipping tea under lavish parasols.

One girl, clearly their leader, stepped forward, curtsied gracefully, and introduced herself.

"Pleasure to meet you, Baek Yuseol."

The emotion her presence exuded was unmistakable:

[Ambition]

"My name is Mirinae."

Baek Yuseol could tell immediately—this was no ordinary girl.