Twenty minutes later in the meeting room…
The meeting had already begun when Head Instructor Turan knocked on the door and entered. In order not to interrupt Chief Baran's speech, he bowed slightly to Dean Noyan and passed silently and took his seat.
A short while later, when Baran had finished his speech and sat down, Dean Noyan distributed the test results to everyone. Although everyone had seen the test results when the test was taken, the list in their hands was much more detailed..
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(****I wanted to put the table I prepared in Excel here, but the system did not allow it.****)
# Yıldız Academy 30 Gazel 51912 # 51. Term Students' Element Test Results (Group; ...special)
Elements (Natural Mixtures) Special Classes
Seq. No Student's Name Earth Fire Water Air Light Darkness Nature
1 Tauriel Arkuene 54% 16% 74% 61% 41% 36% -
2 Durualp Kuyan 71% 25% 24% 58% 26% 48% -
3 Eiderd Euon Erkay 24% 90% 18% 52% 44% 30% -
4 Demir Han Cannot calculate / Cannot calculate / Cannot calculate
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After waiting a bit, Dean Noyan asked his team, who were immersed in examining the results in their hands,
- What do you think about the results?
- (Baran) No matter how much I thought, I couldn't understand why Demir's compatibility rate couldn't be calculated. I've never come across something like this before. Could there be a mistake in the device? (When Baran finished speaking, his eyes moved slightly towards Ms. Esin.)
- There are no errors on our device. Why shouldn't our device, which shows the results of three people, show the fourth. Don't get carried away by absurd thoughts and come up with ideas.
There can be only one logical reason why it can't be calculated, and that is that Demir's compatibility degree is not within the calculation range of the device. Know that our device can clearly measure element compatibility between 1% and 96%.
- (Dean Noyan) So you're saying that the child's values are either too low or too high.
- (Chief Baran, who was not affected by Ms. Esin's scolding in the slightest, joined the conversation excitedly.) Then it is definitely higher than 96%. What a perfect student...
- (Chief Baran was about to brag about finding such a student, but Dean Noyan raised his hand to silence Baran.) What do you think? You are the one responsible for the child's health and familiar with the device. Your thoughts are important to me.
- At first, I thought her compatibility was high, but as you know, I checked Demir's health after the ritual.
Demir's first enlightenment started with the water element. And as proof of this, a dark blue ring formed at the arounds of his pupils. When I checked him after the ritual, there was no trace of the dark blue ring in his eyes.
Since he has the nature element, the dark blue ring should have been replaced by a dark green ring, but I didn't see anything like that in Demir's eyes. No matter how much I thought about it, I couldn't understand why the rings weren't there.
But I'm definitely not saying that he doesn't have elemental power. Because our test device shows that Demir has the nature element.
As you know, when those with elemental power use their elements, the rings in their eyes lightly shine in the color of the element they have. If Demir somehow uses his elemental power, I'm sure his eyes will glow green.
- (Dean Noyan didn't understand anything from Esin Hanım's open-ended speech) It's not clear whether you're giving good news or bad news... (Dean Noyan, who remained silent and thought for a while, continued his speech) Actually, from now on, it doesn't matter whether the child's elemental compatibility is low or high.
Sooner or later, this child will become a problem for us. If his degree is low, there's no point in training him. We can erase his memory and leave him, but when he goes back to where he lives, the situation will become dangerous for us.
- (When the thought that the child could be expelled from the academy caused Head Instructor Turan's eyes to shine, he joined the conversation) Sir, if we erase his memory as you said, he won't remember anything, so I don't think it will be a problem for us. I'm sure the people who find him will take good care of him.
- The problem is not the child's memories. The problem is the time difference between us because we are isolated from the world. Nearly two years have already passed in this world. No one can predict what might happen if the missing child comes out at the end of two years and says, "I'm back." So the only way for us to let the child go is to kill him.
- (Baran) If the compatibility level is high, isn't it better for us? The thought of having the strongest student ever excites me.
- In my eyes, this is a bigger problem. We will raise a monster. Who can guarantee that that monster won't attack us tomorrow? (When Chief Baran and Esin Hanım were about to object, he raised his hand to stop them.) Don't say Demir wouldn't do something like that. I also know that this child is very kind and has good morals, but how do you know that he won't change when he gets the power tomorrow...
(When the environment got quiet and everyone was lost in thought, he added) In any case, it seems like we have a double-edged sword in our hands. Should we get rid of this knife now or not and continue on our way? That's the real question you need to answer...
Since you brought the child, you will also be the one to answer this…
Dean Noyan looked at his subordinates one by one and said, "I expect your answer by tomorrow," and got up from the table. While Dean Noyan was getting ready to leave the room, Head Instructor Turan gathered all his courage and asked about the other children,
- Sir, you didn't say anything about the other children. What are we going to do with them?
- You, decide on Demir's situation, the rest is easy.
After Dean Noyan left the room, everyone sat back in their seats. Since no one knew what to say in the tense environment, examining the test results in front of them was the easiest way to escape. Finally, Chief Baran, who wanted to both soften the atmosphere and guide the others, started speaking.
- As the Supreme Master said, we need to make a decision about Demir. But before that, I want to talk about the other children. As far as I can see, our most distinguished student is Eiderd, followed by Tauriel and then Durualp.
- (Turan) We should be careful with Durualp, even though he is the worst of the three. His Dark Element compatibility rate is 48%. He will definitely have his third element with the opportunities we will offer him as long as he stays at the academy.
- (Atay) Those with the dark element are cunning and greedy. When combined with the protection of the earth element, this child actually seems to have all the characteristics that a good manager should have... How about giving him to me? As a manager, I think I can raise him well.
- (Turan) My element is also earth. I wanted to, train Durualp.
- (Atay) It is not right for you to take students. You are the chief executive of education. If you choose one of your students, what do you expect the rest of your students to think? First, leave your position as the head instructor, then choose a student for yourself.
- (When everyone started choosing students, Esin Hanım could not stay silent. Even though she wanted to take Demir as a student, she could not do it. Dean Noyan would never allow him to accept someone with the nature element as a student.) The situation of the others, except for Eiderd, is not very encouraging. But this does not change the fact that they are students of our academy. So I will make a choice.
Since Tauriel is the only one with the water element among them, I'll take her. Do not try to take my student by using the air element as an excuse.
Everyone thought there would be an answer from Baran for the words said to Chief Baran, the best air element user of the academy, but when he did not say anything, Administrative Affairs Chief Atay intervened and changed the subject.
- (Atay) Then let's assign Eiderd to Instructor Sarp. After all, there is no better fire element user than him. That way, education department will have a student. Although, how Instructor Sarp's killer instincts will cope with Eiderd's arrogance is a separate topic.
(When Eiderd's murderous intent after the test came to his mind, he turned to Chief Instructor Turan and asked about the mayhem) I almost forgot. Did you find out what happened after the element test?
- Yes, I did. Eiderd had kicked Demir in the stomach...
- (Mrs. Esin quickly stood up from where she was sitting) Is there anything in Demir? (Immediately after, she sat back down to everyone's astonished looks) Fights are okay, we can heal everything ... Now, tell us what happened.
Head Instructor Turan explained what he had learned and then his decision about Eiderd. The group talked about the mayhem for a while longer and then returned to their main issue, Demir. Chief Baran, who was patiently watching what was happening on the sidelines, was the first to bring up the subject.
- Now we have to make a decision about Demir. Everyone knows what my opinion is. So let me know what you think.
- (Turan) We don't yet know how much the child's element aptitude is. What if it is less than 1%... Isn't it a shame for the efforts and time we spent?
- (Baran remembered his conversation with Dean Noyan two days ago.) Actually, I think Demir's elemental aptitude is very high. Also, I don't think that boy will become spoiled or cruel when he gets stronger...
- (Ms. Esin) How did you come to this conclusion when there was nothing going on... How do you know, elemental ability is high? If you know something, tell us so we can know.
- (Atay) My friend Baran, you must give us a fair explanation so that we do not feel uneasy.
- (Baran) Unfortunately, I cannot tell you this. But be assured that the Supreme Master also thinks like me. Demir's elemental aptitude is far beyond the levels we know.
That's why the Supreme Master left this decision to us. I think he's asking, "This is the student you brought. Do you still want to continue?" He also wants to know if we'll take on the responsibility of raising Demir.
- (Ms. Esin) We haven't accepted Demir yet, what responsibility are you talking about? I'm only responsible for my own student, the rest doesn't concern me.
- (Baran) Which student... If there's no Demir, the others won't be there either, don't you understand?
- !!!!
- (Turan) What do you mean?
- (Baran) Haven't you heard of the Supreme Master? First we'll make a decision about Demir, then the others will come. So he says that without Demir, others have no chance of staying in the academy.
The group, enlightened by a sharp truth, suddenly fell into silence. After a long silence, Ms. Esin stood up from where she was sitting,
- I'll make my decision after speaking with the test officers and Nurse Oya. I'm leaving.
- (Turan) I'm leaving too. I'll let you know my decision before it's too late.
When Esin Hanım and Head Instructor Turan left the room, Chief Baran was looking at Atay carefully.
- Why are you looking like that? I'm always by your side. If you make bad decisions, I will warn you. If you make a good decision, I'll support you. Whatever decision you make, I'm on your side.
(A slight smile appeared on his face when he finished his serious speech.) But be careful, don't fall. If you fall, I'll kick your ass. Hahaahaa…
- Hahahaa… Okay, I'll be careful…
- I wonder what decision they'll make. I'm curious, to be honest.
- No need to think. Of course they'll accept.
- How do you know?
- We are teachers. We can't live without students. Didn't you hear me say, "No Demir, no students?" That's why they won't be able to leave their students… Also, as a teacher, they can never turn a blind eye to a child dying…
Let's go too. I have a lot of work to do...
- (As Baran headed towards the door, Atay grumbled behind him) Don't talk like I don't have a job. You're the only one working at this academy... (After Baran left the door, he added.) That's right, I have no a work to do... I'd better go lay down…
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Late in the evening in Dean Noyan's office...
- Have you reached a decision?
- Yes, Supreme Master. We unanimously agreed that Demir will remain as our core student and continue his education without interruption.
- Good. Then convey this to everyone. If it turns out that the child does not have any element predisposition during their education, no one can give up their decision.
Also, let them know that when the time comes and the child meets the necessary conditions and becomes a manager, I will punish everyone who does not obey the orders given by the child in the most severe way.
- So what you said at the meeting was to protect Demir in case he was weak?
- Do not make me repeat my words, do what I say.
- !… You command, Supreme Master. I will ensure that your words are memorized by everyone.
- Don't exaggerate and deal with this calmly...
It is uncertain what time will bring. I cannot hand over the academy to someone who is both weak and characterless. Therefore, take care of the child's spiritual and physical development. Do not go to extremes like in the previous periods and lead the child astray.
I already… (Dean Noyan was about to say that he made some arrangements but stopped himself at the last moment and quickly changed the subject) I'm a little tired… Do you have anything else to say?
- Yes, Supreme Master. About the mayhem that happened after the test.
While there was nothing there, Eiderd had kicked Demir in the stomach. Turan also, sentenced Eiderd not to leave his house until you decide...
- Finally someone who does his duty without taking orders. Hahaha… Good… This is good news.
- How so? Did you know there would be such mayhem?
- Baran… Your observation skills have apparently dulled quite a bit… Anyway… That kid is no longer suspended…
The process after this is more important…
(Dean Noyan, who was thinking a bit while playing with his beard, continued his speech) I can't leave this to you. I'll handle it…
Now, everything seems ready now… Let's organize a meeting tomorrow to discuss the details of the new training program. Let everyone know…
Dean Noyan and Chief Baran talked about the meeting tomorrow for a while longer. When Chief Baran finally left the room, Dean Noyan got himself a hot coffee and came to the window seat. While sipping his hot coffee, he was looking into the distance with the brightness of his blue eyes…