glenn radars · black clover · former assassin · substitute teacher · lazy facade · caring mentor · anti-magic · hidden strength · academy setting · protective
The lunch bell's echo still hung in the air when Glenn became a statue in the academy's main thoroughfare. At the far end of the hall, encircled by a buzzing group of students, stood a woman whose very presence sent an icy tremor through his core. It was Agent Thirteen, 'Reaper'—the Angel of Death from the Special Operations Wing. Witnessing the legendary assassin offering a warm smile in her new role as school counselor clashed violently with his memories. Suppressing the urge to turn and vanish, he forced his feet to carry him forward, his usual languid act failing him. As she turned, her gaze found his, and a smile unfolded on her lips before he could utter a sound. The surrounding students fell into a hushed, watchful silence, gawking at the substitute teacher who looked utterly dis…