All-around teacher at the magic academy

Leon walked lightly on his way back, looking at the unchanging scenery and the bustling crowds around him, and he felt very content.

He knew he still had a lot of preparation work to do, including developing a teaching plan, getting familiar with the college environment, and communicating and collaborating with his colleagues.

He had already begun planning his upcoming schedule. Leon decided to go to the dean's office tomorrow to learn about the college's rules and regulations, his teaching situation, and, more importantly, his compensation.

After all, the main reason I came to St. Peter's College as a teacher was not only because I wanted a stable life, but also because I was broke and needed a job that paid me.

As a prestigious academy in the Kingdom of Odris, Leon believed that the salary offered by the academy must be very generous.

He knew that being a teacher carried a heavy responsibility, but he also believed that he could do the job well and bring new vitality to St. Peter's College.

"I haven't subscribed to today's newspaper yet."

As Leon walked down the street, he suddenly remembered something, and then it dawned on him.

"No wonder I always felt like I'd forgotten something."

Since coming into this world, subscribing to two newspapers a week has become a regular habit for Leon.

He relied on newspapers to keep track of the country's daily events. Although not all major events could be found in the newspapers, it was the most reliable way for him to obtain information.

Leon knew that only by gaining a deeper understanding of how this world worked could he adapt to life here more easily and become one of them.

In the Kingdom of Odris, all major events related to magic are recorded in detail in the "Magic Journal," while other matters are published in the "Kingdom Journal" or other newspapers according to their importance.

The *Kingdom Gazette* and the *Magic Gazette* each enjoyed a very high level of authority in their respective fields. Although there were many other newspapers of various types on the market, Leon didn't have the energy to learn about them all. For him, grasping this key information was sufficient.

Leon is not a god; he also needs rest. And even gods might occasionally take a break and are not always busy.

In reality, he wasn't a particularly diligent person. He read these two newspapers purely to better integrate into the world and understand the country's laws and regulations.

If it weren't for the need to avoid unintentionally violating national taboos or accidentally getting involved in some magical event, he probably wouldn't have bothered reading these newspapers at all.

Since the Kingdom Gazette and the Magic Gazette are produced according to the standard of publishing one issue per week, and he had already read this week's newspaper on the train.

Therefore, Leon did not come here for these two newspapers.

In addition to the national level having the authority to publish newspapers, local governments, such as each state or city, have their own local newspapers.

Leon's purpose this time was to buy two newspapers from Barton City; he needed to learn about some things happening in the city.

Arriving at a nearby newsstand, Leon asked softly, "Do you have any newspapers that publish major events in Barton City and related magical events?"

"Yes, they're available separately. Which one would you like?" the newsstand owner replied.

"Both, please. How much in pennies?"

"5 pence per serving."

Leon handed 10 pence to the newsstand owner. Five pence per newspaper was a fairly reasonable price for him. He'd paid the same price for other newspapers before; it seemed the price of newspapers was fixed and didn't vary from place to place.

Leon simply folded the newspaper in half and stuffed it into his pocket. He wasn't used to reading newspapers or books while walking, just as he hadn't liked looking at his phone while walking in his previous life.

He could never understand why so many people in his past life couldn't put down their phones, even while walking. He saw this not only as an increase in the risks of travel, but also as an extreme lack of focus.

Even without the risks, Leon wouldn't be inclined to do it, because it's impossible to concentrate fully while reading while walking, and he always feels particularly awkward whenever he tries to look at his phone while walking.

Leon didn't know how to describe the feeling; it was as if he always sensed danger whenever he did this. Perhaps out of concern for his own safety and to avoid any unexpected events, he preferred to observe his surroundings while walking.

Although Leon wasn't known for his diligence, whenever he decided to do something, he would give it his all and strive to do it to the best of his ability. Being distracted by other things while on the move went against Leon's principles.

Leon carefully reached into his pocket and meticulously counted all his remaining possessions: only 4 rukers. That was all the money Leon had at the moment.

He decided to speak with the dean the next day; he could no longer stay in the hotel, the expenses were simply too high. After a simple lunch, Leon returned to his temporary lodgings.

The thought of having to stay another night and the cost of food gave Leon a headache. The academy wouldn't pay salaries in advance, and he was too embarrassed to ask the dean if he could get an advance.

After thinking it over, he decided that he should try to find a part-time job to at least cover his expenses for the next month.

Looking at his slightly faded clothes, which had been washed long ago, Leon couldn't help but sigh at the hardships of life. He hadn't bought any new clothes or shoes in a long time.

...

A midday nap is a daily habit for Leon when he has no urgent business. He firmly believes that a midday rest is essential to ensure he is full of energy in the afternoon, and even a short rest will give him an unprecedented sense of relaxation.

Leon is used to taking a 45-minute nap at noon every day, a length that feels just right for him. A slightly longer nap might cause him to fall into a deep sleep, leaving him feeling tired upon waking.

Leon had no plans to go out in the afternoon. On the one hand, his assets were indeed running low; on the other hand, he could make good use of this time to calmly read the newspapers he had bought that day.

"Yes, the incident on the train yesterday was indeed reported. It seems the impact was quite significant."

This incident was defined as a train hijacking. It is said that a countess was also on the train at the time, which explains why the law enforcement team was so powerful.

However, the fact that this incident was defined as a train hijacking was highly suspicious. Leon witnessed part of the event, and while the monster somewhat resembled a human, Leon didn't believe it was there to hijack the train. He felt it was more likely there to cause destruction.

Perhaps it was due to some secrecy measures, or perhaps it was to avoid creating panic that the report was made this way.

However, the report did not mention many details, especially the violent resistance of the criminal before his death, which was not recorded in detail. It is unknown whether this was considered an accidental accident or whether the case is still under further investigation.

"Well, I suppose this isn't something that deserves too much attention."

Leon didn't find much useful information in the remaining contents; it mainly consisted of new laws issued by Barton City in response to the kingdom's call, targeting the common people. In Leon's view, these new laws were reasonably sound.

The next morning, Leon got up early, tidied himself up, and set off for St. Peter's College to visit the dean and learn about teaching, salaries, and other related matters.

Dong dong dong

After three knocks, a deep, powerful voice rang out from inside the office.

"Please come in."

Leon pushed open the door and entered, feeling a slight sense that the voice sounded familiar.

Pushing open the door, Leon discovered that the person sitting behind the desk was the same person who had sat in the main seat during yesterday's interview. He had thought that the other party was just the director of some department, but he did not expect that the dean himself was conducting the interview.

Leon apologized to the dean and briefly explained the purpose of his visit.

"Ah, it's Professor Leon."

The dean put down the documents in his hand, stood up, picked up a water glass from the table, and poured a glass of water for Leon. Leon felt flattered and honored.

"Our college places great emphasis on student education, and every year we recruit a group of outstanding teachers to join our teaching team. To date, our college has 103 teachers dedicated to teaching, serving students across four grade levels..."

The dean gave a detailed introduction to the faculty and students of the college.

"Our teaching workload is relatively light. Under normal circumstances, each teacher only needs to teach 1 to 2 classes per week, with each class lasting about an hour. Of course, some professors or teachers may teach more classes due to special circumstances."

"It seems the teaching workload is indeed easy; no wonder it's St. Peter's College."

Leon thought to himself, "I just wonder what the benefits and treatment are like here."

"Oh, by the way, regarding your compensation, considering you're a new teacher, your initial salary might not be very high."

The dean continued, "But we provide each teacher with a dedicated faculty apartment and free catering services, so you don't need to worry about your living arrangements."

Leon felt a slight tension; this was something he was particularly concerned about. But after hearing the dean's words, he breathed a sigh of relief, because it meant he would be able to save a significant amount of money on food and lodging.

"So, what are the specific salary and benefits?" Leon asked cautiously.

"£1.5 a month, which will double if your teaching evaluation is excellent," the dean replied sincerely.

"1.5 pounds, that's equivalent to 150 rubles."

Leon was secretly delighted. "The academy is really generous, and there's even a chance to double it, which means I might have a monthly income of 3 pounds in the future."

His heart was filled with excitement. "Thank you, St. Peter's College, and thank you, Dean, for your generosity."

For Leon, this was undoubtedly a huge sum of money. With this money, he could do many of the things he had planned, and even within two or three years, he might be able to buy his own house in Barton.

"Is there anything else you would like to know?"

"Um, well, I was wondering if I could move into the faculty apartments at the academy ahead of time?" Leon asked somewhat awkwardly.

"Of course, you can move into the faculty apartment anytime."

“Okay, thank you very much. There’s one more thing. I’d like to know if I can visit the college library? I need to look up some information.”

"Our library is completely free for teachers and students, and we encourage students to broaden their knowledge through the library. I never expected Professor Leon to be so studious; it's truly admirable," the dean remarked.

"Thank you for your patient explanation. I have no further questions, so I won't disturb your work any longer." Leon sincerely bid farewell to the dean.

"Okay, I look forward to your outstanding performance in the academy."

"Thank you for your blessing."

...

After leaving the Dean's office, Leon returned to the hotel and began packing his luggage, intending to move into the academy that day. He hoped to save as much money as possible; although the academy would provide his room and board for the next month, the less than 3 lucans he had left were still a considerable burden for him.

He didn't have much luggage: a few changes of clothes, some personal items, and a few precious books. These were most of his possessions in this world.

He gently placed the books into his luggage; these books were not only carriers of knowledge, but also his comfort in this foreign world.

Upon arriving at the academy, Leon quickly found his new place to stay—a cozy apartment in a corner of the academy. He put down his luggage and began to decorate his own room.

With everything arranged, Leon sat by the window, gazing at the campus scenery outside, filled with anticipation for his upcoming college life.

This was one of the few moments of relaxation he had experienced since coming into this world, and he hoped that he could live here for a long time.