The Crimson Magister Chapter 98: V3-C26: Physical Exam

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V3-C26: Physical Exam After the written exam was concluded, it left a couple of hours left for the trio to prepare for the next round. They gathered in a large sandy arena, akin to the military training grounds, yet many times larger. The air carried a faint smell of iron, and the sun shone over half of it. It was separated into four sections, with one instructor in charge of each. The trio was unfortunately separated, placing Azure into group A, Aqua into group B, and Sheira into group C. When it came to physical ability, she was not worried about either Azure or Sheira. They should both be able to ace whatever they throw at us. Her eyes darted to the prepared exercises. One thing she was sure of was that stamina was very important. “Lady Aqua, is that you?” A familiar male voice reached from behind her. She slowly turned, and she met face to face with Avaros. “Ah, Avaros. It seems we are in the same group.” “It is a great honor to be in the same group as someone as well educated as yourself, Lady Aqua.” The man spoke with a flair befitting the ducal heritage, his bow was flawless and uniform, spotless. The instructors gathered at their specified areas, and each professor would be in charge of a single group. They gestured for their groups to gather, and the wind carried their voices once more. Greetings, Candidates. I will be proctoring your physical exam, you will be granted the privilege of learning my name once you pass. His voice echoed around their group, completely isolated from the three others. Aqua peered into the man, he was built like a barbarian, yet his robes covered most of his features. His brown eyes were stern, and below his sleeve, a large scar was visible. The gaze of their proctor washed over Aqua’s group, he stopped as he noticed Avaros and nodded. Then, he continued, and his eyes widened as he gazed upon Aqua. Some of you, according to my discerning eye, are rather powerful, while some have never even ran. The first exam will be a stamina test, where you will run for 30 minutes around our group’s section. When you collapse, we will record your time and that will be your test. His brow furrowed. After this test is concluded, you will proceed to a test of pure strength, where you will attempt to dent this. He leaned down and picked up a metal sheet from a pile. This is a thin sheet of Mithril and Adamantite Alloy, it will prevent cheating using magic, and since its so tough, any dent will prove that you are capable. He chuckled, the wind amplified it even further, making it seem as if he was mocking the candidates. The young nobles sneered at the man, their sheltered upbringing not allowing them to accept being mocked lying down. Use that energy to pass the test. May the Lady of Power guide you. He stepped down from his stage and guided the group to the improvised running track in their section. “Candidates, on my mark, you will run. If you last less than 10 minutes, you will be marked as a failure.” “10 Minutes?! These uniforms aren’t even made for running!” A young elven lady spoke. “When an emergency arises, you will not have the benefit of choosing your wardrobe, do not complain.” “Do you know who I am!” She stepped forward, her gaze peering through the much larger man. The instructor leaned above her, “Tell me, young lady.” “I am the fourth daughter of duk…” “Doesn’t matter. The only thing that matters in this academy is merit. If you do not have basic physical abilities, prove yourself to be capable in magic and academics. Am I clear?” He spoke calmly, yet it stunned the arrogant noble lady. The attitude that the instructor had shown struck Aqua deeply, her heart beat faster and her cheeks reddened. Good, respect merit, and shun the privilege. She straightened her back and waited for the start signal. Avaros stood next to her. “Lady Aqua, I am curious if you are as physically capable as you are in the ways of magic.” She smiled. “Nowhere close, but with magic, all things are possible.” “I am aware,