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Lanqi took the lead and introduced himself frankly.
What matters between teammates is honesty. There is nothing to hide.
After a brief silence.
"…Hyperion Aranzare."
The princess hesitated for a moment and gave her name.
"Just think of me as an assassin."
Her words came to an abrupt end, and her introduction was quite brief.
Obviously there is not that much trust in Lanqi.
Lan Qi nodded.
I don't plan to ask any more questions.
He looked towards the entrance of the examination room, seemingly waiting for their third teammate.
"No need to wait, he probably won't come."
Hyperion said.
Her sudden words attracted Lanqi and Theresa's puzzled gazes.
"why."
"If nothing unexpected happens, we will receive a message when the exam starts, saying that this guy cannot take the exam here for some reason. The specific reason depends on whether they use coercion or bribery."
Hyperion spread her hands and said with a cold look.
Although there was more helplessness in her voice, her pupils could not hide the violent anger in her heart.
She knew too well what those noble lords who liked to manipulate the situation would do.
"Uh...Huprienne-san, this, this is just your inference, right?"
Hyperion's temperament was completely opposite to Lanci's, which made Theresa feel a slight chill down her spine.
If Lanci is like the pure white warm sun in spring, then Hyperion is like an ominous creature that cannot be redeemed deep in a cold and dirty pool of blood.
Theresa looked at Lanci.
Lanqi seemed calm and unmoved, with no change in emotion as usual.
Since Lanqi didn't say anything, it was not appropriate for her as a teacher to express any opinions.
……
It didn't take long.
When the exam is approaching.
As expected, the magic instrument in Teacher Theresa's hand sounded a notification -
Their teammates decided to transfer to other colleges and gave up the exam.
"This……"
Teacher Theresa also became a little troubled.
She probably knew in her heart that this seemingly accidental event might not necessarily be accidental.
After all, even Hyperion guessed it in advance.
"Do you need me to ask the dean or vice dean for instructions?"
Theresa asked hesitantly.
She knew that the practical test that would be conducted by Firat would definitely not be easy.
What's more, Firat himself is one of those people who "doesn't want Hyperion to enroll in school."
With just Hyperion and the weak white magician Ranch, there is no chance for the two of them to make it through...
Hyperion shook her head.
Her cold eyes softened a little when she looked at Theresa.
Although she never felt much kindness and only grew up in mutual malice.
But more or less, she can still tell the good from the bad in others.
"These nobles like to create perfect coincidences, leaving no chance for anyone to catch them."
Hyperion smiled.
"Even if today's exam will not be broadcasted to the public, I'm sure there are many eyes secretly watching this stage."
Although it's a bit more extreme, you can let Hyperion's last teammate take the exam normally, and then act as an actor, or even backstab Hyperion directly.
But if it is too obvious and Dean Loren finds some clues, Loren might investigate the fairness of the exam.
Therefore, traders prefer to create a coincidence.
"Then why don't these people come to me?"
Lanqi held his chin and frowned, as if he was thinking about something seriously.
Hyperion was silent for a moment.
She didn't know whether Lanqi really didn't understand or was just pretending not to understand.
"Those guys also like to save face. If they simply bribed the two candidates, it would not be a coincidence."
Hyperion explained simply.
Of course, she believed that a smart person like Lanqi would easily understand the real reason -
Those big shots didn't think Lanqi had much practical ability.
Not only that, Lanci can also allow the exam to continue normally and become a tool to drag down Hyperion.
If Hyperion is the only candidate left, the academy will not be so cruel as to let her continue to challenge the examiner alone. Instead, it is more likely to put her into other teams and slightly increase the overall difficulty of the exam.
"Is that so? That's such a pity..."
Lanqi nodded slightly and sighed.
The expression looks like a missed opportunity to make a fortune.
"Do you really want to be bribed by them?"
Hyperion stared at Lanch's face, which showed no sign of concealing his regret, and found it very ridiculous.
What did I do to make him disrespect me so much that he wouldn't even bother to act?
Even though this guy has some unique talents, he is ultimately no different from those evil-minded bastards.
"Of course."
Lanqi sneered and nodded in affirmation.
"Oh, if they dare to make trouble for my exam, I will definitely collect evidence for them on the spot, donate the stolen money to the Church of the Goddess of Destiny, and report this group of people for bribery and disrupting the order of the country's regular exams. At the same time, I will apply for the priest intervention regulations on page 675 of the Hutton Code, and request the temple to use divine magic to trace the source of this wrong account and conduct a thorough investigation. The priests of the Goddess of Destiny will determine that I have no subjective intention of extortion and am only collecting evidence. Then I will receive the church's commendation and protection, and I may even be able to become an apprentice priest in one fell swoop..."
He looked so righteous and serious that if he had a code of law in his hand, he would probably have opened it and explained it to Hyperion on the spot.
Hyperion: "..."
When Theresa, who was standing next to him, heard Lanqi's words, her lips slightly opened, but she couldn't utter a word for a long time.
Hyperion realized that she had misunderstood.
She decided to take back her words.
Compared to that group of unscrupulous guys, this Lanqi is the real sword tomb!
Chapter 22: Hyperion's Luck
In the atrium examination room, the light penetrating through the glass dome became increasingly bright.
Theresa shook her head, feeling that something was wrong.
How could this young man look so sunny and cheerful while talking about such a plan?
Of course, judging from his performance in the last round of exams, he is no longer an ordinary person.
"So don't worry, I, the law-abiding Little Pioneer, will not play you."
Lanci said, looking at Hyperion with a smile.
He thinks there needs to be more trust between teammates.
"really."
Hyperion hesitated slightly, but still agreed.
If this guy is really an actor, then she probably has no chance of survival in this royal capital.
He may not be strong as a white magician, but as a pioneer of law...
It's hard for her to say.
There wasn’t much time for communication.
Follow the exam process.
Lanci and Hyperion were soon brought to the Gate of the Void by Theresa.
"You two should pay a little attention to examiner Felat Shavenson."
Theresa whispered,
"Maybe I shouldn't say that... but he's a pretty tough guy."
Personally, Theresa thought that Hyperion and Lanci were two outstanding students, so she didn't want them to be treated unfairly.
However, she couldn't provide any substantial help.
"Thank you."
Hyperion nodded and thanked Theresa.