The banquet hall, which had been in a state of complete restlessness due to the various incidents, was quickly calmed, and the warm, friendly atmosphere it originally had returned. Now, the students were back to introducing themselves to each other and exchanging stories as they moved around the hall. It was time for the main purpose—gathering connections—with the recruitment process for the freshmen being over.0

Everyone moved around enthusiastically, enjoying the Noblesse, which they had been most looking forward to for a while.0

“…”0

However, despite the atmosphere, Se-Hoon’s table was dead silent, without a single student coming to interact. The scene seemed like he had invisible walls around him, protecting the area. And within those “invisible walls,” Se-Hoon was resting his chin on his hand.0

They’re treating me like I’m not even here…2

Realizing that Se-Hoon was an enemy of the Barmuth family, everyone began staying clear of him, avoiding any interaction with him if possible. It was the complete opposite of the atmosphere around him earlier when students would voluntarily gather to talk to him.0

Well, these students most likely aren’t able to make a decision yet.0

The Barmuth family, led by Vice Dean Michael, wielded significant influence within Borsippa. No matter how exceptional Se-Hoon’s abilities were, it was unfavorable if they rashly antagonized such a group by joining him.0

At least they’re not outright attacking me after basically allying with those guys.2

Now that he had become an adversary of the Barmuths, he expected aggressions from not only within the Department of Blacksmithing but also from multiple other sources.0

Thus, he reviewed the plans he had in mind, making sure he wasn’t complacent about anything.0

I guess partnering with the Myers for the mass production of sword aura swords shouldn’t...0