Hunter Academy: Revenge of the Weakest

Chapter 820 - 189.6 - Mentorship

Eleanor leaned back slightly, the faintest flicker of amusement crossing her expression. Astron's question hung in the air, his calm voice still echoing faintly in her thoughts. "Most brilliant..." he had said, his sharp gaze unwavering. "Professor, are you sure you're not making a mistake?" She had been expecting it. After all, as the instructor of HA25, she had spent countless hours observing her students, dissecting their personalities, abilities, and tendencies. This was no ordinary class; it was a melting pot of talent, ambition, and exceptional potential. Eleanor often thought of it as if someone had handpicked a cast for a movie—a collection of strikingly different characters, each with a unique role to play. And in that cast, Astron was one of the most enigmatic. 'Heh... as expected,' she mused inwardly. Astron's tendency to challenge decisions that didn't align with logic or his understanding was something she had noted early on. He wasn't one to blindly accept authority, and Eleanor appreciated that about him. But more than that, she knew that Astron had been hiding his true strength. He stayed in the shadows, avoiding the spotlight and letting others draw attention while he moved silently, calculatingly, in the background. It was why she had anticipated a response like this from him. 'First, let's see what you're really thinking,' Eleanor thought, her lips curving into a subtle smile. She decided to start with an ignorant act, tilting her head slightly and raising an eyebrow. "What kind of mistake do you think I'm making?" she asked, her tone light, almost playful, though her sharp eyes betrayed a glint of challenge. Astron's gaze didn't waver, his expression remaining as calm as ever. For a moment, Eleanor thought he might launch into a careful explanation, laying out the logical reasons why her decision could be flawed. It would be typical of him, and

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