Chief Magician Jin Joohwa’s explanation dragged on about the process, how groups would form, and the types of monsters. I understood his caution, but just wished he would start the exam already.

“Now, we will begin. Group 1, please stand up.”

Group 1 consisted of Hazuki, Kim Junho, Yoo Jungjin, and Spenner. I only knew Hazuki.

“I’ll do my best!”

Hazuki stood up as her friends encouraged her. The four members followed a staff to the examination grounds.

“Everyone else, please stand to the side.”

The 96 remaining cadets in Veritas stood against the wall. Jin Joohwa clapped, and ten circular tables with ten chairs each rose from the floor.

“Take a seat, everyone. You will write a report for this exam as well.”

The cadets all groaned.

“Sit wherever you want.”

Since I already knew, it didn’t faze me. I took...