"This… Everyone, you do not need to do this! Raise your head and stand tall!" Eli was overwhelmed by the members' confession.
She never expected that her project would be viewed by the research branch that way.
Although her motive was to make herself known, it was also true that she had in mind the well being of the people first in coming up with what invention to create.
It was more than enough for her to know that her invention was actually helping the people in need. At that thought, she thanked the Forgeworns and the Faraulds.
They stayed true to their words the first time they supported Eli to create the very first project she had.
Grandpa Andi and Grandpa Ben first thought of the F-class or the non magic people when she revealed the blueprint of the water heater and pressure system.
They did the same with the rest of her inventions, prioritizing the people in need.
No wonder, despite not being aristocratic in nature, the Forgeworns and the Faraulds became as respectable as a higher noble clan even without the Grandpa Andi and Grandpa Ben's class S reputation.
"You do not need to plead to me for this. The reason I am here was to help you in the first place! So rise up! Take a rest and see you tomorrow. We will have many things to do in the coming months. So we need all the energy you can exert!"
Eli swept a thoughtful glance through the crowd.
Although she was the youngest amongst the officials lined up in front, the aura she exudes didn't lose to any of the deans.
She was like a tree that grew so strong and steady, her branches extended far wide and the leaves were lush green.
The birds were attracted to the shade she gave and were inclined to stay with her in dependence.
This was how the entire branch looked at her, a person who could generously provide the thing they needed the most - guidance.
Watching the scene, Bramwell and Zeke couldn't help but feel proud of Eli. That was the person they look up too, next to the headmaster.
If not for the new identity of Eli as Bramwell's god niece and Zeke's honorary subordinate, they would be openly addressing her as Great Teacher Eli, just like the days they spent in the Silver Dew Forest.
"We thank Great Inventor Eli from the bottom of our hearts!" Professor Rufus and the rest shouted as loud as they could, their eyes reddened as tears threatened to fall from their eyes.
It was because as soon as they realized how honorable Eli's works were outside the campus, the first thing that came to their minds was the disrespect they committed towards her.
They were actually afraid that Eli would keep a grudge on them and just allow them to rot in their research, not progressing anymore.
But clearly, they failed to understand Eli's character.
If her inventions address the well being of the people, then so must be her character.
Thinking that she would bear a grudge just because of that, made them ashamed yet again.
However, they promised in their hearts that they would never disrespect Eli and Dean Zeke ever again.
"Alright, I'm sure you already missed your dorms. Now let's come home to our research branch." Zeke announced as he felt Eli's cue to disperse the crowd.
As such, after the awkward public declaration of the research branch, they all merrily followed Dean Zeke and Eli to come to their home - the research branch.
Bramwell, Simone and Athena also followed with a contented and helpless smile on their faces. The members of the research branch, in the end, were just like kids.
They were a handful, but were sincere.
Only the onlookers stayed where they were. Shocked on the spot, dealing with mixed emotions.
In the past month, they participated in various discussions speculating about the truth behind the research branch's exile. In the midst of that discussion, the name that was damaged the most was the Great Inventor's name, Eli.
But they heard everything loud and clear and from the conversation, they saw what Eli's character was like.
That was why most of them were taken aback and felt guilty. Because they indiscriminately discredited her works by actively believing about her tyrant character.
They saw in their own eyes how she conducted herself.
They also understood the underlying message on the research branch's words.
The Great Inventor Eli had a magnanimous character and the strongest evidence to this claim was the impact on every invention she released.
The onlookers, who were mostly younger students, hung their heads low in shame and remorse. They scolded themselves and reminded their hearts not to love gossip.
For if they happen to believe in the wrong one, who knows what kind of disaster would befall on them, especially outside the bounds of the institute's walls.
After settling down with the research branch members, Eli went with Bramwell back to the Farauld Estate to go home.
Tomorrow will be a busy day for her and she has to prepare mentally and physically for the activities ahead.
Not forgetting to take care and spend quality time with Little Han, Eli's day ended just like that.
The faculty members and the researchers convened in the research branch hall way earlier than the assembly time.
Apart from curiosity, excitement filled their hearts and minds.
As they thought about the announcement the Dean and the Counselor would deliver, they couldn't help but engage in discussions, speculating the changes Eli would bring to the branch.
When the assembly time finally came, they all stood obediently not letting a single noise out.
They were surprised to see not only the other two deans, but the Headmaster and Vice Chairman.
The researchers and faculty members felt their hearts pound in nervousness and excitement upon realizing that what was about to go down involved the higher ups of the Institute.
However, in truth, Grandpa Ben just wanted to witness the big change that happened in the personalities of the research branch.
Last night, he couldn't believe Bramwell's report about how the eccentric group of people voluntarily showed a humble attitude and apologized to Zeke.
Bramwell and the other two deans were also helpless. Since the Grandmaster attended this assembly, they had to show their faces too.
"A pleasant morning to everyone!" Zeke didn't delay any further and stepped forward for the announcement.
"Today, as you all came back from the temple service, we have to announce several changes that will happen in our very own research branch!"
"The first change was the process of carrying out our research in the future. Our honorary counselor will conduct a lecture to everyone regarding this new change in the coming days!"
"The new process will be very different from what we are used to. But as it was unanimously decided by all the deans, the Vice Chairman and the Headmaster, we believe that it will make our research drop rate significantly decrease and success rate increase."
The first announcement led the members to cheer.
They knew very well how heartbreaking it was to drop a research they had worked on with immeasurable efforts. Hearing that the Great Inventor had a way to diminish it, they were excited.
"We hope that you fully accept the new policies we would implement." Zeke continued.
The crowd gave a silent nod.
"The next change would be the series of crash courses Counselor Eli developed for the entire branch to help you all finish your current projects within the next four months!"
"Woahhh… for real!"
"Four months! That's so unbelievable!"
"If it is the Great Inventor, that is possible!"
"But with our numbers, how would the Great Inventor manage helping everyone?"
The second announcement made the research branch discuss among themselves. The announcement was too shocking, as they all spent years working on their current research topics!
"I believe the counselor would be the best to explain this part to you, seeing that you all had many questions." Zeke then rightfully turned to Eli for the next part of the announcement.
Eli had already prepared for her speech. She went forward on the platform and delivered her part with a steady and excellent tone.
pαndα`noνɐ1--сoМ "We have studied the profile and data of the entire branch. We have noticed that the main culprit of the slow progress and the high drop rate of our research were two things."
"One, was the relevance of the topic. Two, was the disparity of the research team's competence against the topic."
"The first culprit will be addressed by the first announcement Dean Zeke said earlier. While the second one could be addressed by revisiting your groupings."
"But before we do all of that, we have to finish your current research first. That is why, I , along with the institute's officials, worked to develop these learning materials to help you finish your projects in the next four months." Eli waved her hands and had Zeke reveal the materials stored in his space pouch.
The eyes of the research members lit up as they saw the large mountain of books displayed in front of them.
The looks they have was as if they finally stumbled in a treasure trove!
New books!!! New Knowledge!!!
"Now, everyone! Line up in an orderly manner and get a set each. Everyone was accounted for, so no need to panic." Zeke beckoned the researchers and faculty members to get their learning materials.
Although they could almost not hold themselves back from running to get a hand of the materials first, they still followed the instruction with blazing eyes.
As soon as everyone got their own set, they noticed that the books were officially published under the author name - Eli F3.
Hmmm.. They know who Eli is, but who is F3?
Is it a code?
Puzzlement flashed on everyone's faces.
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