After that, Mr. Alan and the other staff left the training ground.

  "Since we've finished the exam, let's do something like usual," said Noa.

  "You're always the first to talk about celebrations," I said.

  Then, after that, we left the training ground to celebrate.

  -

  The next morning at the training ground.

  Even though it was a holiday, the five of us didn't miss out on practicing.

  "Yesterday, we successfully passed the third exam, thanks to practicing with Rid," said Lily.

  "Yes, you're right. If we hadn't practiced with Rid, we would have been eliminated in the previous day's exam," said Leandra.

  "But yesterday, 21 people failed to get a perfect score on the third exam, and 19 succeeded. And when we finished the entrance exam, we were ranked 24th and 25th, right, Lea? If the 19 people who passed were ranked 1st through 19th, we should have both been on the list of those who failed," said Lily.

  "Yes, you're right, but we ended up among the 19 who passed," Leandra said.

  "I finished the entrance exam in 33rd place. With that ranking, I should be one of the weakest students in this class," Julie said.

  "Don't get too hung up on your entrance exam rankings. After all, the exam rankings only assess the three entrance exams. So, it's not necessarily true that those at the bottom are weaker than those at the top. Besides, those rankings were created a long time ago, and of course, after studying at this academy, you've all made significant improvements. If the rankings were updated, you could be in the top 19. No, you could even be in the top 10 of this class," I said.

  "Top 10? You're overestimating us, Rid," Leandra said.

  Lily and Julie nodded.

  "My assessment isn't just random, i trained you all myself," I said.

  Meanwhile, on the other side of the training ground,

  Irene was seemingly mastering the healing magic she'd learned.

  "I can recover a little faster using basic magic, but it seems like it's still not enough. I need to increase my recovery speed further," Irene thought.

  -

  Afternoon, in the Elevrad room.

  Even though the students had a day off today, we Elevrad members decided to gather in the Elevrad room.

  "Congratulations for successfully completing the third exam, everyone," said? Vyn.

  "Congratulations, congratulations," said Gretta.

  "Does Elevrad usually have a gathering after exams like this?" I asked.

  "Yes, that's why we're gathering today. This is the firsr gathering after your finish the Exam after joining Elevrad. By the way, how was your third exam, Rid? You should have easily defeated those creatures," said Gretta.

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  "Yes, that's how it is. But Senior Gretta seems to still know about previous years' exams," I said.

  "Of course I still know about the exams from previous years, I'm not forgetful. If the exam content doesn't change, first-years have to defeat animals made of the five basic elements, right? And the most difficult animal is a giant wolf," said Gretta.

  "You're right, Senior," I said.

  "I told you that I still remember the content."

  "By the way, Rid, do you want to know the exam content for the second through fourth years?" Gretta asked in a whisper to me.

  "No, I don't want to know," I said.

  "I thought you wanted to know, you're no fun," said Gretta.

  "There's no point in offering it to Rid, Gretta. I know he doesn't want to take the easy way out in this academy," said Vyn.

  "So you heard it, huh, Chairman? I already whispered to Rid," said Gretta.

  "Besides, a senior shouldn't leak exam content to a junior. If you're caught doing it, you'll be punished by the academy," said Vyn.

  "I know about that, and I was just joking. Even if Rid want to know, I wouldn't tell him," said Gretta.

  "Okay then," said Vyn.

  Then we started chatting with the other Elevrad members.

  "By the way, in a month you'll be taking your fourth and final exam of the semester," said Vyn to us first-years.

  "Yes, from what I've heard, we first-years will be taking the exam at Duke San Minerva's place. This is our first time taking an exam outside the academy. Is this the same as the usual exam?" asked Charles.

  "I can't tell you the exact content, but if you're wondering if it's the same as the usual exams at the academy, let's assume it is. The only difference is the location."

  "Since you're going to San Minerva, for those of you who haven't been there before, you can ask this son of Duke San Minerva about the San Minerva area," said Vyn, pointing to Florian.

  "Why me?" asked Florian.

  "Well, you're the son of Duke San Minerva, you must know the San Minerva region, so it's natural for those who don't know the San Minerva region to ask you," said Vyn.

  "Hmmm, ?that's true," said Florian.

  "No need, senior. If you want to ask about the San Minerva region, we can just ask Rid, after all, he's from the San Minerva region too," said Charles.

  Hearing Charles say that I'm from the San Minerva region, several Elevrad members looked a little surprised, including Enzo, Princess Amelia, and Vyn.

  "I'm from the San Minerva region, but I don't know all of the San Minerva region. I've never been to San Minerva city," I said.

  "Well, I know that, I just don't want to bother Senior Florian by asking him," Charles said.

  "I don't mind if the prince wants to ask me about that," Florian said.

  "I told you not to call me 'prince,' Senior," Charles said.

  "Sorry, but I'm more comfortable calling you that," Florian said.

  "I just learned that you're from San Minerva, Rid. That means Rid is one of your citizens, Vice-Chairman," Vyn said.

  "I'm currently only the son of a Duke and not yet a Duke, so Rid is not one of my citizens," Florian said.

  "Yes, I do come from the San Minerva region. I come from one of the villages there. I feel uncomfortable having a country bumpkin like me hanging out with all of you," I said.

  "Relax, after all, we don't judge people by status but by ability. Your abilities are truly outstanding and recognized by all of us," Vyn said.

  "That's right, Rid. Take it easy," said Gretta.

  The other members of Elevrad nodded in agreement.

  "Thank you, everyone," I said.

  -

  "Oh yeah, I forgot to tell you about this. Tomorrow, Gretta, Alisha, and I won't be at the academy for a few days. We'll be going to meet Duke San Quentine in person to ask for his cooperation in the upcoming Academy Tournament and Festival. Therefore, please take over Elevrad in my absence, Vice Chairman," said Vyn.

  "Okay," said Florian.

  "You organize whatever tasks they will be working on in my absence," said Vyn.

  "Okay," said? Florian.

  "Then, since there's nothing more to discuss in this gathering, let's end this gathering here. You all ?may go home. I apologize for disturbing you all," said Vyn.

  Then we all left Elevrad's room except Senior Vyn, who was still inside.

  A few moments later, a ?bright light shone from his pocket. He took out the brightly glowing object, which turned out to be a communication crystal. He answered the call from the communication crystal.

  "Hello,"

  "Yes, I'm going to your residence tomorrow, so I hope you'll prepare a meal for me."

  "Don't worry, I'll give you a report about it tomorrow when we meet."

  "Since we'll be meeting in person tomorrow, let's have a good chat, Uncle," said Vyn.

  -To be continued.