Chapter 34

Chapter 34

Teleportation training grounds.

One after another, students arrived at the peak that was 1,000 meters above sea level. Since there were no classes, students from other classes were also there.

After today, a student from Class 7 was going to be promoted to Class 5.

Considering that it usually took an average of two years to pass one class, in the worst-case scenario, it was possible for a student who was 4 years younger than the average to be attending a class meant for older students.

Wow! So this is the Bridge That Cannot Be Crossed! It's my first time up here.

The participating students were amazed by the enormous size of the training ground. Instructors and students were also gathered on the opposite peak, 700 meters away.

But why is it called the Bridge That Cannot Be Crossed? Where even is the bridge?

Idiot. Its over there.

A long iron bar connected the two peaks. As the length increased, the tension dropped. The fact that the bar stretched out 700 meters indicated that it was an alchemical material.

A few students walked to the cliff and looked down. Contrary to what the instructors had told them, there were no safety devices, let alone anything that looked similar to it.

What the hell? Won't you die if you fall?

Thadd, who leaped over the peak with Spatial Warp, spoke to them.

You don't have to worry. There are safety devices.

The students were not reassured. In fact, they heard that in another academy, a student had actually died during teleportation practice.

How does it activate?

If you fall 100 meters, the Air Net Magic gets automatically activated. It was designed to be invisible so you guys push yourselves not to fall.

What if it malfunctions?

Hahaha! I can't say that its impossible. But so far, nothing like that has happened before.

So there's no guarantee that well be absolutely safe?

Well, so to speak, yes.

The students paled. Then Thadd turned around with a smug look. Even if the safety device broke, there would be no accident. Thats why all the classes were canceled and why all the instructors were told to gather here.

However, even if an accident were to occur, there was not much anyone could do. The magic academy was a special-purpose academy supported by the kingdom, so it was part of the rule not to blame anyone for an accident, even if someone was injured or killed during class. Students were already aware of this fact before applying for the Intermediate class.

It's been a long time since I've been here. Amy, let's go that way.

Sharelle grabbed Amy's hand and dragged her up the hill. Amy looked like she didnt want to go, but she eventually followed as Sharelle led her.

I said I don't want to see it. Its a Class 7 exam! The results are obvious.

Oh, look at this girl! What are you saying when your boyfriend is about to proudly go up to Class 5? How will you ever score some points with your boyfriend if you dont do it on a day like this?

Tsk! Whats the point of cheering? Whether I cheer or not, those who are bound to fail will fail, and those that are bound to pass will pass.

Amy was pretending to be unconcerned, but she was quite bothered inside. How much did his mastery of teleportation go up? Could he even teleport?

Practical training was the best way to grasp the feel of teleportation. However, since the process was so painful, the advice given by experienced professionals was to learn the tips and tricks first.

Amy, on the other hand, was literally the type of person who learned by tackling with her body. Of course, it was not too painful for her since she had Schema to rely on.

But its different for Shirone. Hes not one to give up. I hope hes in good shape.

Class 7 had some remarkable talents. Depending on the situation, it would not be too unusual if Shirone failed.

Huh? I don't think Shirone is here yet.

When Sharelle, who was looking through the peak with a telescope, said that, Amy snatched the telescope away. As she said, among the 20 students standing on the cliff, Shirone was not one of them.

What? What happened?

At the appearance of Shirone, the gazes of the students hardened. Thinking he had given up, they were caught off guard by his sudden appearance.

Tsk! He probably did that on purpose to mess with us.

Hes a wolf in sheeps clothing. Does he want to be promoted even after doing such a cowardly trick?

It was true that his appearance shocked some of the kids, but Shirone was the one who was most at a disadvantage due to his current state.

Ethella got troubled when she saw Shirone panting. Since he arrived before the start of the exam, there was no problem with him taking it. However, he was not in a shape comparable to everyone else

Will there be no issues with inequality if we proceed like this?

She launched an orange Illumination spell into the sky. Blue meant ready, red was to start the exam, and orange was for a question.

Instructors who saw Ethellas flare shared opinions. There were mixed opinions. One side stated that they should start right now while another stated that they should wait for 10 minutes to give Shirone a break.

What do you think, Headmaster?

Alpheus was adamant.

"Let's start. Being in control of your condition before an exam shows competence. I do not believe it is a matter we should concern ourselves with.

Alright, then

Siena conveyed the message to continue with a red flare. Shirone cut in between the students standing in a row. The person who kindly stepped aside to make space for him was someone who was part of Marks operation.

The students were all nervous. After all, no matter what special training they went through, teleporting across a 1,000-meter cliff was another matter entirely. It was an uncharted territory where all of them had an equal opportunity to get through.

Then starting now, we will begin the early promotion exam of Class 7. Get ready.

The students took a running stance. Once only the sounds of heartbeats could be heard, Ethella cast the Illumination magic.

A red sphere soared into the sky with a bang. The instructors on the other side were flipping through the files, ready to record.

The students shot off from the ground.

The lead! I have to take the lead!

I might have a chance if I start first and take the lead!

Most students had similar ideas. Shirone, whose legs had pretty much no strength, was forced to fall behind.

But Shirone was not bothered for there was still a chance to make up for the loss. Depending on the persons determination, the point they would cast teleportation before reaching the edge of the cliff would be different. The best method was to reach the edge, jump off, and then teleport.

But how many people could do that? The starting line was the point that held the highest tension amongst the competitors. Also, the Bridge That Cannot Be Crossed was 1 kilometer above sea level.

Wind speed, wind direction, and air pressure. All these factors differed in comparison to the environment they trained in. If they jumped off with their bare body and their magic failed, that was it. Risking their life for the chance to take the upper-hand was not something most students had the guts to do.

As Shirone predicted, with five meters left to the cliffs edge, students who could not withstand the fear began to teleport away. The rest of the students followed one after another. The students that were part of Marks party were among the few that did not teleport immediately.

No! Just a little bit more!

He staggered on, stomping down the rising fear. Shirone was aiming for the best possible start.

Can I do it? What if I fall?

Despite clenching his teeth in an effort to calm his racing heart, the feeling of nausea did not disappear.

As they got closer and closer to the cliffs edge, the team escorting Mark couldn't hold out any longer, so they began to teleport away. Soon after this, Mark followed suit.

Shirone continued to run despite over half of the students no longer being on the cliff. And due to that, the team who was keeping pace with Shirone felt their blood dry up.

If they kept going, they were going to fall off the cliff. With two steps left to the cliffs edge, the operation team cast teleportation.

But despite the close distance, Shirone kept moving forward. Fear was of no hindrance to him, who understood the nature of the danger.

Shirone knew that as long as he could keep could running forward on foot, he could make up for the time he lost due to his condition.

The competition isnt over yet!