The Academy’s Health Teacher Wants to Take a Break

Episode 5. It’s not magic, it’s science.

Mana is omnipresent in this world, can dwell anywhere, and exerts physical force in response to one’s will.

It is usually invisible and has no influence, but it is guided by the will of the people around it and causes some kind of phenomenon.

“The energy imbued with things in this way can be directly controlled by humans. Like this.”

I immediately raised my left hand in front of Dale and put my strength into it.

The moment when the bandages I’ve been wearing all the time are controlled by the mana flowing through my body.

– Whiririk!

The moment when the tied part automatically untied and the rough white cloth started dancing in the air.

“Magic!?”

“It’s not magic, it’s magic.”

Looking at the reactions, it seems that I only learned the theory, but never saw magic properly.

Well, since there are no wizards in Leninsliev, there is nothing very confusing.

But would you use it if the seniors were so surprised at each one?

-Pain!

The bandage that flew off my hand hit the curtain covering the bed in the health room, and the wrinkles on the curtain immediately unfolded under the pressure.

It doesn’t stop there, it wraps around the glass bottle on the shelf and ships it to me.

While holding it in the other hand, I put force into it, and bubbles began to form in the water inside.

The mana injected into it boiled the water inside in a short time.

To be precise, the principle is similar to that of a microwave oven, an electronic appliance in the world where we originally lived…….

“Now that… did you boil the water by making the water molecules vibrate using the physical force emitted by mana?”

…… hahahaha.

It’s kind of surprising that I recognized this right away.

“Yes. If you use mana, you can cause these phenomena.”

If used purely, it becomes telekinesis itself, and it is possible to cause some kind of phenomenon by applying such physical force.

Instantaneous increase in output through compression and release is one of the common uses of knights and martial artists.

And in the case of magic, it goes beyond grabbing and popping, and goes through higher-level applications such as super-vibration or rotation, such as when boiling water.

If you understand the principle of boiling water even if you cannot see it clearly…….

For example, if you have the knowledge that ‘heat energy can be generated by inducing friction between electrons of water molecules’, you will be able to immediately know how mana was managed just by looking at boiling water.

“Besides that, there are endless things you can do with the characteristics of mana. Alchemy, which changes the nature of things, as well as interference with external kinetic energy can cause a wide range of phenomena. Haven’t you heard of archmages splitting the ground or causing a tidal wave by themselves?”

“Yes. It is mainly caused by tectonic movement or solar heat… It is caused by attracting external energy through mana and amplifying the power?”

“Yeah, if you figured it out that far, you would guess Dale. The science that forms the basis of magic is, after all, science.”

“…Science?”

“Yes, it’s not magic, it’s science.”

Of course, mana itself is nonsensical energy that originally did not exist where I lived, but in the first place, science is a study that identifies a specific law from a certain phenomenon and applies it.

Even if it’s a supernatural ability, it can definitely become an object of exploration and understanding if you understand only the law.

In that sense, magic in this world could be said to be an object belonging to the category of science.

‘Mana can dwell in all things, and it exerts physical force in response to a person’s will.’

To think that the technology of manipulating energy based on these wonderful laws is separate from science.

Isn’t this something that modern physicists would immediately stand up for?

“And Dale, in my personal opinion, I think you have a natural gift for the study of power based things like this.”

“Yes? What… ….”

“Because magic isn’t just about being born with a good standard. For example, if you were to light a fire at the tip of this finger, there would be a lot of things to consider.”

-Tak!

An ember that rises at the tip of your index finger with the friction of your fingers. It’s a very small size, but the child in front of me would surely understand.

There are no few formulas needed to ignite this ember.

“Roughly, how many conditions are necessary to cause this phenomenon… Can you guess?”

“……”

The boy blinks at my words.

After that, Dale, who rested his chin on his chin, put his thoughts into his mouth one by one.

“First of all, we need to supply the catalyst needed to start a fire from the air. For example, dust…”

“And?”

“We need to increase the oxygen concentration in the area so that the fire doesn’t go out, and we have to pay attention so that the burning catalyst doesn’t rise up as much as the flow of heat flows from the bottom to the top. And again…”

Even after that, the answers continued one after another, each one corresponding to the correct answer.

Despite having no knowledge of magic, this child succeeded in analyzing all the phenomena that happened in front of him just by looking at them.

“…That’s correct.”

Without empty words, just by looking at the result corresponding to the formula of one blackboard.

“And the same answer as now, the students in the advanced class will be able to derive through support from their families and the teachings of many teachers. Do you know what this means?”

“That’s…”

I came up with an answer that I could only study on my own and analyze it with the naked eye without anyone’s help. That in and of itself would be enough to call it a talent.”

I’m sure. It’s not a fluke that this kid got the top spot.

He has excellent thinking skills, passion, and a spirit of inquiry.

If this child becomes a wizard, she will surely be reborn as an outstanding being. If there is someone who can lead this child properly.

“However, all I know is theory at best. Don’t I know how to use magic?”

“… It seems that the invalidation constitution you have applies not only to the outside world, but also to yourself.”

Yes. The problem is this.

Because of the constitution I found out about this child, let alone magic, he can’t use all kinds of mana skills.

“Then… …. Am I unable to use magic in the future?”

Dale put on a sullen expression at the conclusion that was reached before long.

That feeling was something I could fully understand.

I can’t use the study that I studied hard with admiration because of the innate curse.

“Well, it still is, but it’s too early to make any conclusions.”

But my education isn’t over yet.

If it was going to end like this in the first place, I wouldn’t have said that I would bring this child in the first place.

“Dale, as you know, mana is an intangible resource that emits physical force in response to will. Then, what does the term ‘physical force’ refer to here?”

“Physical force, huh?”

“Power is……. In other words, what is energy?”

The current question is different from the first one.

Because we are asking for what kind of energy can be explained as ‘scientific’ rather than abstract.

“Energy is a concept that exists only when mass and velocity coexist.”

Smile.

A smile naturally drawn on the lips.

“Yes, as you said, energy (force) is a concept that can be established only when there is motion (speed) in matter (mass). In other words, there is a ‘flow’ in everything called power.”

“Flow… …. You mean?”

“Yes. Because it doesn’t flow means there’s virtually no power generated.”

After that, I asked quietly, keeping eye level with Dale.

“Now then, let’s ask a question here. Dale, can the ‘nullification constitution’ you have really be defined as strength?”

“…..Yes?”

The boy blinks at my words.

“Uh, uh!?”

Yes. He was a smart kid, so he must have figured it out.

If it is defined as power, then this child’s ability to nullify is also “Can flow”.

That means that if you succeed in grasping the flow, you may learn to control it.

“Really.”

Can control nullification ability.

Doesn’t that mean that you can temporarily erase the nullification ability from a body that can’t accept mana, and make it accept mana?

“Really, can I use magic?”

Eyes gradually appearing different colors..

The way he put his hands on his chest made it look as if he couldn’t suppress the pounding in his chest.

“I can’t say for sure, but I can’t give up without trying. If you succeed at the end, you will definitely be able to write.”

“So, can I make friends?”

“…… What?”

The exclamation I gave out without even realizing it at the unexpected question.

Soon Dale smiled brightly at me and stood up.

“Because I can use magic, I want to show it to my kids!”

….Heh heh.

I didn’t expect this at all. The first thing that came to my mind after hearing these words is what I want to show my kids.

Do you really want to press the nose of the kids who kicked you out?

“If you can write, you can do anything.”

No, you say you want to be friends, but it’s not like a revenge play.

I still don’t know exactly why this girl came to this academy, and I was worried that she was from a lawless area, but I was able to know a few things for sure just by talking to her.

This child knows how to genuinely enjoy learning.

And that I really like people.

“Because I tend to have plenty of time until the next week when regular classes begin. Until then, stay in the health room and learn this and that from the teacher. I’ll give you some free time after light lessons, so don’t be too burdened.”

“Yes! I will work hard!”

Dale smiles brightly.

As soon as I faced that bright smile, a smile was automatically drawn on my lips.

***

In this way, private lessons with excellent freshmen began.

Unfortunately, I also have a job as a health teacher, so I couldn’t devote much time to personal education.

At best, I’m just following what I’ve learned so far, and gradually building up my knowledge of how to use power.

Fortunately, Dale was such a clever kid that he didn’t need direct guidance.

If you know one thing, you can awaken ten alone, and the help you ask for is just a few questions for that enlightenment.

Especially when I’m concentrating, I don’t take my eyes off the notebook unless I grab my shoulder from the side and shake it.

I guess you didn’t get the top spot for nothing.

“Teacher, I have a question.”

I wonder if two days have passed since I watched with admiration like that.

Roughly assessing the child’s level and laying the groundwork, Dale asked me with a serious face when she was considering testing the nullification ability control method here and there.

“What is a circle?”

“It is a measure of the state of mind to measure the level of a mana user.”

“Um… …. Specifically?”

“Something like this.”

When I put power into her belly, mana concentrated around it and a vibrating sound occurred.

The moment Mana, guided by her will, exerts her physical power.

The haze that spreads due to the distortion of light by that power took on a distinct shape, just as the name just mentioned.

“Bo…..”

Soon Dale said, her face blushing.

“Abs…?”

“Not that.”

Why is she looking at the mana around her? Is she imagining under her sweater?

Anyway, puberty is a boy.