Chapter 1001 – #214_Society Founding Ceremony (2)
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One.
The founding ceremony is held in the newly renovated Tiphareth Mansion Banquet Hall.
The banquet hall of Tiphareth’s mansion, which was refined not only in scale but also aesthetically, was extravagant.
Rather than a founding ceremony of an academic society, it is more like a spectacle suitable for a wedding ceremony of a third-generation conglomerate in a luxury hotel in Europe.
Usually, witches’ gatherings, even if it is a solemn and rigid official schedule, have a tendency to pursue aesthetic values.
In order to live up to this stance, the appearance of the banquet hall, which has been prepared for the event under the leadership of Albireo, is close to perfection.
The lighting and seating arrangements were created implicitly to make the presence on the podium feel authoritative.
High ceilings and chandeliers that give a sense of openness, and curtains that fill the empty spaces without feeling awkward.
From the centerpiece on the table to the space behind the pillars, splendid fresh flower decorations seem to have moved the garden as it is.
The know-how of Albireo, who has lived as the head of a count family for many years, can be felt in the interior decoration, which uses lines that make luxury not feel like luxury.
“…”
Inauguration ceremony with a total of 1,200 seats including indoor terrace seats.
As soon as the rehearsal was over, Siwoo felt an indescribable burden from the crowds.
“It’s buzzing.”
An invitation that went not only within Gehenna, but also to this world.
It is also the founding ceremony that has been delayed for a week due to the apparent delay in the construction schedule.
Isn’t it a well-known fact that witches have heavy hips?
Even when holding official events, it is a common indicator that it is less than 70%.
However, the attendance rate so far is 90%.
Considering that there are still 10 minutes left until the start of the conference, this is a record attendance rate.
If this is purely an interest in the society, I would be happy…
My stomach twists when I know that’s not the case.
Lastly, Albireo, who was checking Siwoo’s outfit, said it was not a big deal.
“Everyone is curious. The first male witch, such a witch bought the mansion of Tiphareth, opened a conference, and even a scandal of the first time. I can’t stand it because I’m curious.”
“Maybe I should thank the gossip.”
Perhaps this incident will go down in history as the most successful viral marketing in the history of Gehenna?
“It depended on how good Siwoo was. Alright, that’s it. Check in the mirror.”
“It’s good.”
“Are you ready?”
What is the charismatic project that was honed and polished for?
In addition, a meticulous plan was established and a clear difference from other academic societies was prepared.
Siwoo replied by tightening his tie.
“Sure.”
All that’s left now is to prove our efforts so far with all our might.
2.
The witches invited to the founding ceremony went through quite strict selection criteria.
In Korea, if people were invited based on property or power, there would be an immediate uproar.
Firstly, a member of the 17th rank or higher, and secondarily, a member of the Jiangsu Society, which is the target of acquisition.
In addition, only witches who passed the strict selection criteria were invited, and as a result, the banquet hall was filled with prominent figures.
Among the members of the Emerald Tablet, Meigas class witches who are directly below the president of the society.
The deans of the Faculty of Truth and Truth Conference attended without exception even though they were formally invited.
The senior librarians and senior librarians of the Secretariat, starting with the head librarian, Gremory.
Several witches with no particular affiliation, but holding the title of ‘noble’ of Gehenna.
Although it is a small society with around 100 members, it has strong internal stability and history, such as Trinity Academy, Forget-me-not Garden, Moonlight Witch Society, Blue Pillar Corridor, Blue Moon Royal Society, Golden Flame Pilgrimage, etc.
“There are a lot of great people.”
“I don’t think it was like this at the last meeting.”
“Is Count Gremory the kind of person who comes to a party like this?”
“There is Count Kohab, but I can’t see Duke Erelim?”
“Hmph, would he care about this?”
The VIP seats prepared for each academic society or affiliation are full of great witches whose faces are hard to see.
The real power of Gehenna seemed to have been collected.
It is also her host’s ability to lead precious guests who are not easily accommodated to the gathering.
This was also the result of Albireo’s personal connections.
Of course, even those eminent figures are witches in essence.
The essential characteristic of witches that has brought them to this position is curiosity.
Naturally, amidst the buzz of the crowd, speculations centered on speculation and interest in the current situation came and went.
“What kind of mentality are you going to play with like this?”
“I know? I must have spent a lot of money anyway.”
“I’ve heard that the Mansion of Tiphareth is pretty, but I never thought it would be this much.”
“By the way, Duke Tiphareth is also Shin Si-woo’s mistress?”
“Shhhhh, it’s better not to say that out loud.”
“Be quiet over there. I don’t know culture.”
“Who would want to go to a conference held by a horned baron? Just have a good meal and wipe your mouth.”
“If you have guests, it is polite for the host to walk around and say hello. It’s not basic. It’s basic.”
“Still, your senses are pretty good, right? I’m honestly looking forward to the after-party prom.”
“It certainly seems arrogant to hold an event like this without giving a proper explanation for the scandal.”
“I know he’s a great person from an objective point of view, but isn’t it still premature?”
As such, most of them were close to gossip, and even witches who tried to be as neutral as possible expressed opinions on the side of ‘premature’ and ‘less proof’.
Around the time Dandelion’s headline, “The Reckless Young Baron’s Rush to Self-Impostor,” Shimmered.
– Thump thump thump
Suddenly silence fell over the son-in-law.
In contrast to the overall dark interior space, bright light scatters as if it would break above the lecture hall.
A man walks through the curtain of light and walks up to the podium without the guidance of a common host.
The crowd, who had been swayed by the waves of turmoil a moment ago, shut their mouths and focus on the sound of shoes that gradually resonate.
A cold mouth and a sharp expression.
An antique eye patch that creates a somewhat rough atmosphere in direct contrast to its sculptural appearance.
The attire itself was not very formal.
Half-rolled sleeves, moderately comfortable suit pants, and a pretty rough knotted tie.
In the strange tension that sat down like a stretched handkerchief.
“… And.”
An echo of someone’s soft sigh.
Most of the witches gathered here were already aware of Shin Si-woo’s existence and knew his face.
Shin Si-woo, who had been confined to his mansion, also wandered around Gehenna quite a bit and showed his face a couple of times in public while going through thesis theft verification.
But should we say that a seat makes a person?
Or should we say that rumors about him manipulated the brain?
The atmosphere is different.
Yes.
That man is the Countess of Hexsenacht and the one who single-handedly slaughtered Urshira Himmelslauf, the ‘Witch of Reversal’ who was the main cause of this flood.
He is the savior who finally got his hands on the lock and put an end to the chaos of the century.
He is a pioneer who rewrites history by achieving the status of a great witch with the body of a mere man.
No matter how ridiculously the gossip spread around the world treats him as a pillar of a pillar, that much is the truth that will not change.
His expression was not disturbed even in front of the eyes of the public, who would have been ridiculed and contempt.
An overwhelming ego that makes you feel bloated.
Confidence derived from firm conviction can be felt from the way he walks.
A low, heavy voice resounded using amplification magic when everyone’s eyes were focused on the podium.
“The president of the Hesed Society. This is Shin Si-woo.”
He looked around him carefully, recognizing himself as neither servile nor arrogant.
It was as if all of this was a staged play.
“… Is it cool?”
“Well, that’s fine.”
“If I had been a theater actor, I would have been great.”
It is true that it was actually staged.
I went up and down the podium a good 30 times to direct this entry scene.
– Clap clap clap clap
The dry applause of the witches who came to their senses belatedly passed dryly and Shin Si-woo opened his mouth again.
“Before everything, I would like to present the vision and operating policy of the Chesed Society.”
Straight to the point, without any formal greetings or rhetoric to express gratitude to the invited guests.
Although flatulence is usually used in a negative sense, it cannot be said that it does not have its own value.
Social networks, succession of traditions, expression of unique meanings, and psychological inducement are all useful because they are maintained.
In that sense, it’s a pretty unconventional progression.
Nevertheless, Shin Si-woo’s style, atmosphere, and strangely drifting charisma now give probability to his unconventional move.
It’s like the freedom of those who are not bound.
From the unpredictable actions of the unpredictable being to the unpredictable words and actions.
Even this is a directing tool to show novelty and innovation.
In addition, it was also a strategy to present the most important agenda when everyone’s eyes and attention were focused.
“I am not denying the traditions of Gehenna. Inherent values and virtues of tradition. Things that are maintained for a long time have their own reasonable elements.
The town hall laws that regulate the architecture of Gehenna, infrastructure that does not depend on science unlike in the present world, are also recognized and respected as the physiology of witches who value tradition and discipline rather than blind complacency with the past.”
The audience tilted their heads at the rather unexpected remark.
They said they would hold a founding ceremony and present the society’s operating policy and vision, but suddenly it was a cultural critique.
The doctrinaire attitude hidden there is enough to offend the arrogant witch.
Just before the buzz spreads like wildfire.
“However, magic shouldn’t be like that.”
Siu declares.
“Inheriting the legacy of the past and moving forward in an innovative way. Fierce argumentation takes place in a free atmosphere, not following the existing discourse.
I believe that this is the essence of magic and the ideal that witches should pursue.
However, the current Gehenna Society system is, frankly, stagnant.
Due to the limitation of magnetism magic, which is a one-on-one transmission system, it is difficult to have a wide range of discussions, cooperation between societies is limited, and exchanges between different societies are also made through a limited means of ‘home visits’.”
This is a question that Siwoo always had.
Magnetism magic is an achievement that only individuals can achieve, but the basis for it is common magic.
In contrast, it was common for discussions and teachings on public magic to come and go in an indirect way between academic members, between individuals, or through academic journals.
In other words, there was a corner where the concept of ‘someone giving instructions about magic’ only existed between witches and apprentice witches.
“We, the Chesed Society, want to present a new system with the goal of broad knowledge sharing and common rise beyond the existing frame.”
This is a long-held tradition that Siwoo wants to break.
The answer to this is:
“A lecture of witches, by witches, for witches. To put it simply, a higher educational institution for witches whose succession has ended. It is a magical university.”
It is a magical university.
Abe Lincoln speech?