The rain is falling incessantly, and my body is shaking enough to give me chills, but there is no time to stay like this.

If you don’t want to be found dead, you should ask Tia, the head of the academy, to fix the dormitory as soon as possible.

I get up from the rain-soaked bed and head for the closet.

Fortunately, the rain didn’t seep in here, so the school uniform was safe.

“Still, it’s a high-end product, so it’s worth it.”

You won’t be able to change clothes right now because your whole body is wet, but you can dry yourself and change clothes later.

“Should I ask Lucia to borrow a shower?”

＜Tenebris＞ wanted to maintain a good relationship with me, so it might be okay.

“No. am i crazy I will reach out to Tenebris in this matter.”

When your body is wet, it feels like your heart is also getting wet. I don’t know why you keep trying to create debt over trivial things.

I am so tired right now.

Before it’s too late, I’ll have to go see the head of Tia’s academy.

I was curious about how ＜Parade＞ went, so it just happened to go well.

It’s still early, but he’ll probably be back.

I didn’t need an umbrella in the wet yard anyway. I just felt the pouring rain on my skin and headed for the bachelor.

The academy director’s office arrived like that.

“Academy head. May I come in?”

Just stand in front of the door and knock.

“… … .”

I can feel the presence inside, but there is no answer coming back.

What the hell are you doing?

At times like this, it would be nice to come next time, but I can’t back down.

Can’t we just stay in the rain all the time?

It’s not cold and it’s hard.

“Excuse me for being busy, but do you see this? This happened because of the ceiling that the head of the academy smashed yesterday. Of course you will repair the dormitory, right?”

When I opened the door and went in, I saw Tia sitting with her chin resting on her desk.

Her appearance was different from usual.

There was a rare bandage on her cheek, which looked soft.

wound. [Solvent] is wounded.

Her glowing eyes were torn vertically.

no, what the hell is this? would have been f*cked

“I’ll just come next time.”

… … I don’t think it’s bad to get rained on sometimes.

It’s okay because it’s emotional.

* * *

Midterm exams have begun.

Of course, writing comes first.

When I started practicing, I could say it was natural because there could be a lot of patients.

Anyway, this week and next week will keep you busy.

“This Intermediate Magical Exam will only be written, and in the case of a practical test, it will be held during the final exam.”

Professor Aira was explaining the outline of the exam.

She must have gotten used to me lately, learning not to make eye contact when facing me.

It’s hard to say I’m used to this, but… … . It doesn’t matter since the class is no longer disruptive.

“Um… … . So, did you all check the past exam questions I gave you in advance?”

But today is a little different.

Professor Aira was very concerned about me right now.

I tried activating [Contemplation] to see if there was something wrong with me, but there was no special result.

He could only tell that he had other thoughts than what she was saying.

“There will be application problems.”

In short, it was said that the general students twisted the problem beyond imagination.

“Last year, they said the questions were difficult, so this time I made them with the students’ average in mind.”

I heard last year that it was difficult, so I think I’m thinking of listening to it one more time this time. Perhaps the average she was talking about had a huge influence on the existence of me.

“Your seniors who are in the second grade now have solved it without difficulty, so this time you can solve it better, right?”

Even if you secretly try to appeal to me about the level of last year’s students, it’s a little bit like that. What do you know about that?

More than that, is it really a problem that seniors were able to solve last year?

It sounds like you’re trying to kill students’ dignity with problems.

“If you study steadily, everyone will be able to solve it.”

Steadily.

Yes, it is a problem that can never be solved by cramming.

You won’t understand the problem unless you pour in a lifetime’s worth of knowledge and a fleeting flash.

“There is also partial credit, so even if there are problems that you can’t solve in the middle, try solving them as far as you can.”

Maybe there is no student other than me who can completely solve a problem.

“Well, then… … . Go for it! Everyone will believe in you.”

Professor Aira clenches her fists in a passive attitude and comforts the students.

Actually, what she wants to believe in is a miracle, not a student.

It’s clear to her that I’m seen as a supervisor checking the difficulty of the exam and the intellectual level of the students.

“I will distribute the test papers.”

Professor Aira and her teaching assistants began to turn the test papers over in front of the students.

At first glance, the amount of problems is staggering.

Since there are 8 test papers, are you planning to make them do some kind of time attack?

“The test is one hour long.”

sincerely? You can solve this in an hour, right?

I think it would take an hour just to read the problem except for me?

“Get started.”

At the same time as Professor Aira’s declaration, the students hurriedly began turning over the exam papers. And at a similar speed, the students dropped their heads.

I could see it when I slowly opened the test paper in response.

“… … .”

There was a terrible problem in the test paper from the first time.

Between intermediate and advanced magic, there is a difference between 2D and 3D.

If middle-level magic is described as drawing a picture in the air, from high-level magic, it is expressed as building.

And on the test paper, infinitely many pictures were piled up and piled up to form a three-dimensional shape.

It’s strange… … . Wasn’t this the intermediate magic exam?

No matter how little you catch it, it seems like a problem that will only come out when you reach Intermediate Magic 3 or so, right?

I could tell at a glance.

This is the magical essence created by Professor Aira with all her might.

Solving it alone would give you a great achievement, but it’s strange to think that it’s only an intermediate level magic test.

It’s mind-boggling to think of the effort to create this problem.

He must have stayed up all night wasting mana several times.

That’s right, until the mana is gone, that is, M is…

let’s solve the problem

* * *

[Erosion degree 20%]

The written exam has come to an end.

As I raised my concentration to see how high the difficulty was, the [Erosion Degree] easily broke through 20%.

I feel uneasy because my mental resistance seems to be getting smaller and smaller.

I was walking down the street, retracing the problem Professor Aira had created in my head.

“It’s the Prince of Oz… … .”

“Ah, that’s… … .”

“You can’t go any closer. You might get killed.”

There are many disquieting gazes these days.

Do you think it’s because of me that the difficulty of the test has gone up?

No, there are too many wary eyes to think that way.

I’m used to being in a situation where I get attention as I usually have a lot of eyes on me, but this is the first time I’ve been so blatant.

Perhaps because of the increased [Erosion degree], it was to the point where my mood became dirty.

“Ah, Oz-sama, are you here?”

“Well? were you looking for me? Arrieta.”

I thought I would go crazy if I was exposed to the eyes of the students any longer, so I ran into Arietta just as I was about to lower the stack of [The Ruler of Mana].

As usual, she was moving cautiously, accompanied by the ＜Shields of Light＞.

The refreshing scent of apple mint seems to reassure the mind.

“Yes, there is something I want to ask you… … . If you’re not busy, could you give me a minute?”

“Yes, it’s fine. what’s going on?”

Arrieta is making an apologetic expression. However, ＜Shield of Light＞ has a rather formidable expression.

[Erosion degree 23%]

They are cheeky guys. Do you know who I am?

With [Contemplation] activated, I glanced at the leading students glaring at me, and Olivia stepped forward.

“I apologize for the rudeness. Prince of Oz. But I hope you understand. Our successors are mixed in the first year leadership team.”

Oh, maybe she’s mad at me for having a party with Arietta?

Well, as a clergyman, being with the saintess could be considered an honor, so he might be jealous.

“Well? Come to think of it, Arietta? You didn’t say that you didn’t have anyone to party with the other day… … .”

“Oh, Olivia?”

“… … Yes, saintess.”

Olivia came forward at Arrieta’s urgent voice.

is that power?

Compared to me who is in a position that is only a facade, I am very envious.

“Prince Oz, that is an illusion. During this school year, there was no paladin among the clerics dispatched from the school, so it was inevitable. It means they were all support students.”

Is it like that?

However, the momentum of the idiots staring at me is quite frightening.

Are those the clerics of the support system?

“Come to think of it, I think I’ve seen that guy over there… … I’m sure I saw him wielding a mace the size of his head somewhere… … .”

“It must have been for self-defense.”

“No, it was the size of a head.”

“It is for self-defense.”

“Hey, weren’t you one of the guys who ran into me during practice last time and got hit?”

“Stop it. Prince of Oz. Why don’t we just get to the point? We have a business with you as a leader.”

Could it be that Olivia is getting annoyed with me right now?

Is it that difficult a point?

Come to think of it, Arrieta was making an awkward expression.

did i do anything wrong?

There are too many guesses, so I’m not sure.

“I want you to be honest. Prince Oz, who the hell are you planning to kill this time?”

“… … ?”

I really don’t know what it means.

Why am I killing someone?

I’ve never killed a single person so far, even if it looks like this.

It means that you are a person with a soft heart.

“Arrieta, could you explain what you mean?”

Arrieta took a step closer, scratching her cheek as if she had no face.

“That… … There are many students who feel uneasy about Oz-sama practicing magic every night.”

Ah, it seems like he was trying to lower the stack of [Ruler of Mana].

“It’s just practice.”

“I think so too, but it’s because the time is the time. A lot of students are anxious because they think they might be practicing to kill someone.”

“… … .”

“That… … . Would it be all right if I asked why?”

Yes, it is understandable that you are worried. But really, it was just the timing.

Who would have predicted that there would be a ceiling in [The Ruler of Mana]? The most embarrassing was me.

“ah… … . no way? Seriously, saintess?”

As I was thinking about an excuse, Olivia called Arrieta over as if she had come up with something.

He had a bitter look in his eyes, but I couldn’t figure out what the hell he was thinking.

“Perhaps the Prince of Oz… … .”

“ah… … . That, but that… … .”

“but… … . So, don’t ask too much…”

As Olivia and Arrieta’s whispers progressed, the expressions on their faces towards me became more and more bitter.

What is it, why are you looking at me with those eyes?

what are you guys talking about?

“Prince of Oz. I am well aware of the relationship between you and the King.”

“… … .”

uh, yes? I’m not sure.

Are there any famous anecdotes that everyone should know about?

No one has ever explained that to me.

If it’s such a famous story, why didn’t I know about it?

Is it because I have no friends?

“Something happened between me and Alexios.”

“Ah, my… … . That was an off topic. Please forgive me… … .”

The answer that came back to the question asked in a pure sense was an attitude of regret.

no, so what happened? I’m not angry, so tell me.

The priests who had been glaring at me until now also lowered their heads as if they were sorry.

What? What are you guys really up to? What happened?

“I didn’t mean to disrespect you. I think it’s too much, but… … . You must have had a reason for something.”

You don’t ignore what I mean, but did you decide to ignore what I said?

Why do I keep talking to myself and convincing myself? If it’s related to me, can’t we get to know each other?

“The saintess is also thinking that things will work out between the two of you.”

“… … ?”

I looked at Arietta for a moment at Olivia’s words, and she was nodding weakly.

I didn’t say anything and the story was over.

“Then I will go. Mr. Oz.”

“No, that… … .”

“I saw you during the exam. I will do my best to help as much as possible.”

“Ah, yes.”

At the same time, all the priests, including Arrieta, turned around as if they were about to leave.

So, after all, no one will tell you what happened?

If it weren’t for my Oz-specific arrogant performance, I would have said something… … .

“Ah, come to think of it, it reminded me of the Fist King.”

“What do you mean?”

“Last time, when I was besieging the king, he asked me to speak to Prince Oz.”

tell me that now Isn’t it a problem that could be directly related to my life?

Please, I want you to tell me what happened between me and that bastard.

Everyone is acting as if they will understand the atmosphere and keep their mouths shut, but I can’t figure out the atmosphere alone.

It’s frustrating and I think I’m going crazy.

“He asked me to tell him that ‘he is already different from before.’”

“indeed… … .”

I don’t know what it used to be, so I don’t know what to say.

Have you ever been beaten by Oz before?

Did you get hit hard?

Is that why people are reluctant to even mention it?

“Please be careful.”

mountain beyond the mountain.

Yes, in fact, it was a problem that could not be avoided forever.

Considering that blatant hostility, he had to settle with Alexios in the end.

* * *

After all the written tests were over, the practical test, which was held as the last party, began.

Most of the rules are the same as the previous exercise, but there were a few differences.

First of all, it is true that it unfolds as a party, not as an individual.

The strength of the defensive magic on the cloak was also different depending on each position, and instead of prohibiting the use of advanced magic, I was penalized for the power of the magic itself.

Perhaps for this reason, an additional magic tool in the form of a bracelet was provided to control the power so that it could not rise above a certain level.

It’s probably because their goal is to fulfill their respective positions…

The design of the magic tool is garbage. It looked like he was going to use some kind of spell.

In terms of more power, the penalty has also become stronger.

Seeing that Arrieta is also wearing a rabbit-shaped mask that covers her mouth, it seems that all the SSR-ranked players have been penalized this time as well.

No, more than that, Arietta’s mask is so cute, but why is my bracelet shaped like this?

Tia’s malice is felt.

“Huhuhu, as long as the teacher and the saintess are there, we won’t lose, right? Winning is a sure thing.”

“In the end, the evaluation is divided by position, so you have to do well.”

“Honestly, it doesn’t matter anyway as long as we can only look at each other.”

Eleanor is very honest today. Its blatant desire is astonishing.

Seeing him speak so confidently made me feel ashamed.

“… … It doesn’t matter if you want to stay in first grade next year.”

“I did well on the written test, so I don’t have to worry about that, right? Master tends to think of me as an idiot.”

“People who aren’t good at studying usually say that they seem to have done well on this test.”

Most of the people who do well are deceived by saying that they are ruined.

I managed to see

At least in magic-related classes, there is no one who can follow me.

“Because you looked really good?! If in doubt, even a bet… … .”

The moment Eleanor grumbled.

“uh… … ?”

Starting from the back of her back, I could see her vision turning red for an instant.

[Space Barrier Lv. One]

Quaang!

The [Space Barrier], which opened a beat late, collapses in an instant. However, the opponent’s attack did not stop.

[Space Barrier]’s weak point is a combo attack.

“Suck!”

But it was okay just to earn that little time.

The ice shield spread by the white sheep blocked the flames and emitted steam.

As soon as the [Space Barrier] collapsed, Baekyang held up an ice shield and blocked the opponent’s surprise attack.

As if Lucia’s training was perfect, Baekyang’s response was also incomparably faster than before.

“Oh, I hate it! I want to go home!”

Baekyang, who is struggling to block the attack, lets out a scream of fear.

Baekyang also knows who the opponent is.

Aren’t you the one who traumatized yourself?

That would have been harder to forget.

Anyway, even though there was a [contemplation], I was ambushed.

Have I been careless?

“Finally found…”

No, it wasn’t carelessness.

It was just that the opponent’s approach speed was so fast that even [Contemplation] couldn’t catch it.

“Oz.”

One thing I couldn’t have predicted.

The point is that he did not make the ridiculous assumption that the opponent would charge alone, abandoning his own party members.

I could tell by looking at the opponent’s face. I was wrong.

[SSR Fist King]

alexios

It was a foolish decision. It was an understatement. The opponent was already the existence itself was like a natural disaster.

“Anyway, isn’t the number of double lines too fast… … .”

Encounter as soon as the test starts. What the hell is this?

I had resented Olivia like that, but in fact, it was something I had expected.

Alexios has been arguing with me all along.

Rather, I was lucky that I hadn’t encountered them until now.

[Kwon King] is clearly an overwhelming force.

Indeed, my [contemplation] must have had such tremendous physical abilities that I could not catch the movement.

Fortunately, the penalty for both sides was worse than before.

“Raise the shield properly. white poplar.”

“Can we escape against the Fist King?”

“What are you talking about?”

＜Broken Sky＞ is a game that is played by organizing a party.

It is said that it is not a game that can be done with only one character.

“I have to catch it here.”

[Erosion degree 23%]

So, this encounter is, in a sense, an opportunity for a genius.