Everyone stands outside, watching the helicopter as it approaches. The person sitting in the helicopter is difficult to identify from a distance. As the helicopter lands, excitement builds among the onlookers. The helicopter touches the ground, and a stranger steps out, accompanied by bodyguards. As the person moves closer, it becomes clear that it is none other than Arthur, the headmaster of Holmberg.
The sight of Arthur arriving in a helicopter shocks everyone. Normally, Arthur is a serious and composed individual, but today he seems different. He steps forward, and a microphone is brought to him. As he prepares to speak, there is a brief pause as he gathers his thoughts.
Arthur finally speaks in a heavy, commanding voice. "Good morning, all of you," he begins, his tone serious. "I regret to inform you that Professor Smith will not be participating in the Redemption competition this year. This means Holmberg will neither organize nor take part in the competition this time."
Before Arthur can continue, his microphone begins to malfunction, and his voice becomes faint. At that moment, a voice interrupts from behind.
"Who told you this, Headmaster?" the voice calls out. Everyone turns to see who is speaking. It is Professor Smith, walking toward them with a confident stride. He is tall, wearing dark glasses and with striking eyes that are neither blue nor green. As Smith approaches, he stands directly in front of Arthur and teasingly looks at the watch on his wrist.
"Headmaster," Smith says with a smirk.
Arthur, clearly irritated, asks, "Did you cut my mic?"
Smith responds calmly, "Yes, I was the one who stopped it with the watch you gave me."
"Why did you do that?" Arthur demands.
"I was just checking it out. No harm intended," Smith replies.
Arthur shakes his head, "Well, never mind. I'll let it slide this time. But remember, if this happens again, I'll take back the watch."
Smith, unbothered, agrees, "Yes, Headmaster, I'll take care. But can we walk and talk in the cabin?"
Arthur nods, and the two head off toward the cabin, with Smith asking the rest of the class to return to their seats. Jack, who has been wanting to speak with the professor, tells Sam that he too will go to the cabin. Sam advises Jack to wait until the discussion between the professor and headmaster is over, and the two head back to class.
Back in class, the students are discussing the news. "Did you hear that Professor Smith won't be participating this year?" someone asks. Jack is perplexed. "That can't be true. Professor Smith has been winning the competition for the last four years. Maybe it's just a misunderstanding between him and the headmaster," he suggests.
The others agree that if the headmaster doesn't want the professor to participate, then it's out of their control. Jack becomes determined to stop this from happening. He leaves the class and heads toward the professor's cabin.
Meanwhile, Arthur and Smith are inside the cabin, continuing their conversation.
Smith says, "So, Headmaster, what's the real reason you're here?"
Arthur responds, "You know the reason."
Smith, sensing the seriousness, adds, "I've tried my best to open it, but it's nearly impossible. If we could have opened it years ago, we would have."
Arthur, annoyed, cuts him off, "I didn't come here to hear about your failures. I want to hear about your success."
Smith nods, understanding, and says, "I've done everything I can."
Arthur pulls out a small diary from his coat pocket and places it on the table. "Your problems can be solved by this," he says, looking at Smith with a serious expression.
Smith opens the diary and is shocked at what he reads. "What does this mean?" Arthur asks, watching Smith's reaction.
Smith quickly responds, "I'll try again, but this time, I'm confident it'll work."
Arthur smiles and says, "Great! Let's see it when it's done."
Smith stands up to walk Arthur out. As they leave, Jack enters the cabin. He sees the diary on the table and, unable to resist, opens it. The pages are filled with strange pictures and writings that Jack can't understand. One name catches his eye: "K. Anderson."
Before he can ponder this further, Professor Smith reenters the cabin. "What are you doing here, Jack?" Smith asks, catching Jack in the act.
"Uh, I came to talk to you," Jack stammers, quickly closing the diary.
"Did you forget to fill out your form?" Smith asks.
Jack apologizes, "I'm sorry, Professor. I'll fill it out now."
Smith hands him a form. "Take this second form and remember to fill it out. If you don't, you won't be able to attend class."
Jack, still disappointed, says, "But Professor, I've worked hard for this. I really want to participate."
Smith, unmoved, replies, "No matter how much you've prepared, you're not better than David. Now, go back to class and support him."
Jack reluctantly exits the cabin, but then he remembers he forgot to take the form. He goes back inside, only to find Smith disappearing through a door that suddenly vanishes, as if it was never there. Jack stands frozen in shock, realizing something strange is happening. He's left speechless, unsure of what to make of the strange turn of events.