Villain Is on Vacation

After taking the theoretical exam for mandatory subjects, all students left the main building.

As the students stepped out of the main building, some were jubilant, while others had expressions of concern on their faces. The atmosphere was a mix of excitement and tension, with students discussing how they fared in the exams.

Some students were over the moon, feeling confident that they had done well, and were eagerly anticipating the results. Others were worried, wondering whether they had prepared enough or made mistakes in the exam.

After completing the mandatory subjects exam, the students gathered in small groups to discuss their answers and reflect on their performance.

Simon was one of them. He kept asking for answers to every question. While Noah and Daphne were relaxed. They didn't care much.

Some felt confident in their answers, while others regretted not studying more or missing key concepts.

Ken's group gathered in the cafeteria and chatted while eating.

They talked about the difficulty of the exam, which questions they found challenging, and which ones they felt confident in. Eva even tried to predict what the grade cutoffs would be based on their own performance and that of their peers.

For those who struggled with the exam, there was a sense of regret and frustration at not studying harder or understanding the material better. But James was eating nonchalantly. There wasn't even a speck of regret on his face.

Ben was shocked to see it. He reprimanded his followers for bringing chits. He also scolded James but there wasn't any effect on James.

However, everyone knew that this wasn't the end. There was also a theoretical exam tomorrow.

As exam for mandatory subjects was already taken, tomorrow students would have to give exams for their corresponding combat class and profession class.

For example, if some students chose Mage class and Alchemist class.

They will have to give exams for Mage-related subjects and Alchemy-related subjects.

Kevin chose swordsman class and magic engineering class. As taking one class in the first year was compulsory he had to choose magic engineering. James and Ben were also had the same class as Ken.

Kaya was in Swordsman (saber) class and diplomacy class.

Emma and Martha were in mage class and herbology class.

Amy was in Swordsman class and Forgery class.

Eva and Simon were in Mage class and Alchemy class.

Arya was in Swordsman class and Tailoring class.

Noah and Daphne were in Marksmanship class and Magic Engineering class.

After eating, they left the cafeteria. They didn't hold a group study session today as everyone had different exams.

The next day, as you can expect exams were held in different classes. Everyone wished good luck to each other.

Just like last time, everyone finished their exam papers and left the classrooms.

After the theoretical exams had ended, the atmosphere among the students was one of relief and excitement. They were all exhausted from the long and difficult exams but also thrilled that they had managed to complete the test.

Soon, in the evening of that day. Results of Theoretical Exams were declared in the academy forum.

1. Ken

2. Ben

3. Eva

4. Emma

5. Kaya

6. Daisy

7. Martha

8. Amy

9. Arya

10. James

There were some changes in the ranks, like how Ben climbed up the ranks. However, it was just ranking from Theoretical Exams.

So students weren't that much surprised.

Still, the most surprising thing was James came in the top 10.

Many students filed a complaint that there would be surely a mistake in checking James' exam paper.

However, Kevin came and calmed down them by showing answer sheet of James.

"It was hard to even read letters. We had to hire a professional decoder to read this." Kevin commented.

With the result of the theoretical exams, the announcement was also made in the academy forum.

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Attention all students,

Please be informed that the practical exams for the Top 100 students of freshman year will be held at Roaring Cave three days from now.

The practical exam for other students will be taken as it's held every year from tomorrow.

The exams will be challenging and require all students to use their magical abilities to overcome various obstacles and creatures.

All students must arrive at the exam venue fully prepared and with all necessary equipment. Please review your spells and practice your skills before the exams to ensure that you are at your best.

You can also go there with your class professor. They will be departing on the day after tomorrow around midnight.

The practical exams are an important milestone in your magical education, and we wish you all the best of luck. We hope that you will perform to the best of your abilities and showcase the skills and knowledge you have acquired.

Please do not hesitate to approach your professors if you have any questions or concerns regarding the exams. We are here to support you and guide you through this important phase of your education.

Thank you, and good luck.

Sincerely,

[The Awakening Academy ]

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After the announcement that the practical exams for the top 100 students would be held at Roaring Cave, there was a mix of reactions among the students. While some were thrilled at the prospect of taking their exams at one of the most challenging venues in the magic world, others were scared and apprehensive.

Roaring Cave was known to be a dangerous place, with treacherous terrain and formidable creatures that could easily take down even the most skilled wizards and witches. Some students were worried that they would not be able to handle the challenges and feared for their safety.

On the other hand, some students breathed a sigh of relief that they did not have to take their exams at Roaring Cave. They knew that the venue would be incredibly challenging and were glad to have been spared the stress and danger of the location.

Today, Ken's group gathered in the training area to practice. As the practical exam was coming they were practicing their skills.

As all of them were in the top 100, they gathered here.

They started with some warm-up exercises, stretching their muscles and focusing their minds. Then, they began to practice their spells and techniques, each student working on their individual strengths and weaknesses.

Ken, who had always been particularly skilled at Swordsmanship, was practicing sword arts. Ben was working on his dueling skills, facing off against James in a friendly match.

Both of them were on par. Having an interesting duel.

Eva was practicing her spells and working on her potion-making, carefully measuring out ingredients and stirring her cauldron with a practiced hand.

Amy was doing maintenance for everyone's equipment.

Noah set up a series of targets on the far side of the training area, each one representing a different challenge. He carefully aimed his bow, pulling back the string with practiced ease. With a steady hand, he let the arrow fly, hitting the first target dead center. He repeated this process with each target, hitting each one with unerring accuracy.

Meanwhile, Daphne was practicing her defensive archery skills, using her bow to create a shield around herself that could deflect spells and attacks. She moved quickly and gracefully around the training area, taking cover behind obstacles and firing off arrows with incredible speed and precision. She even managed to shoot down a flying broomstick, showing off her impressive skills.

Simon, meanwhile, was practicing his wandless magic, using only his hands and his concentration to create stunning displays of magic.

After a long and exhausting training session at the magical training area, Ken's group sat together to discuss their plans for the upcoming practical exam at the Roaring Cave.

"Phew, that was tough," said James, wiping the sweat from his forehead. "It was a good match." He told to Ben.

"Yeah. It was a good match." Ben nodded. After the duel with Ken two months ago, Ben trained harder and harder. He felt getting stronger, he was now -C rank.

"I don't know how we're going to survive in that cave," Daphne commented.

"We'll be fine," said Noah, trying to reassure his friend. "We've trained hard, and we have each other's backs."

"You are saying this because you have Ken in your group. Ken is the strongest among us." Daphne rebuked.

"Don't you have me in your group?" Amy asked.

Daphne only nodded.

"So, what do we know about the cave?" asked Eva, flipping through a book on magical caves and caverns in the smartwatch.

"I have already researched about it and made a pdf of it. Let me send you, guys." Saying this Simon sent a pdf file to everyone in the group.

"It's supposed to be incredibly dangerous," said Simon, frowning. "Full of traps and monsters and other nasty things.

There are many kinds of rumors about it and it's also said that the cave isn't fully explored."

"We should definitely be prepared for anything," said James, nodding in agreement. "We can't let our guard down for even a second."

James and Simon were in the same group.

Noah, who had always been more adventurous, grinned. "I say we go in arrows blazing," he said. "Take on whatever comes at us head-on."

"Or... we could try to be strategic about it," suggested Eva, who was known for her cleverness and quick thinking. "Maybe we can use our skills to create distractions or avoid danger altogether."

Ben, who was silent, spoke up next. "I think we should make sure we have plenty of options and defensive spells ready," she said. "We don't want to be caught off guard by anything."

Hearing this Eva took out a bunch of potions from her space ring and gave it to everyone. Amy also returned everyone's equipment after doing maintenance work.

All of them thanked both girls sincerely.

"Don't worry, we will come out safely from there and nothing dangerous will happen."

Ken reassured everyone with a smile on his face.