Chapter 107: Why Is He Riding in the Same Carriage as the Princess?

Chapter 107: Why Is He Riding in the Same Carriage as the Princess?

The three-day final exams finally concluded.

Early the next morning, students sitting at home received their report cards, delivered one by one by Principal Rachel's [Natural Sparrow].

In an instant, some were joyful while others were worried.

But what surprised countless people was that the exam originally deemed the most difficult of this final assessment, Viktor's unique test, turned out to have the highest pass rate of all the exams this year.

A staggering 80%!

This left many professionals puzzled.

Could there be some inside story to this?

After all, this exam had been dubbed the "most difficult" by numerous media outlets.

Of course, while the pass rate was indeed higher, very few achieved perfect scores.

Barely a hundred people.

This was quite unexpected.

However, the content of the assessment would not be disclosed to the public initially.

No matter how much those media reporters and outsiders inquired, Principal Rachel's answer remained the same:

"We won't reveal any exam content in the near future. I can only say that Professor Viktor's assessment was absolutely fair and without any inflation."

"If anyone has doubts, three days after the students' holiday, Professor Viktor will hold a lecture in the academy's largest auditorium."

"At that time, you can ask First Professor Viktor questions during the Q&A session."

Principal Rachel's responses to all interviews were watertight and skillful.

After all, as an old mage, he naturally knew what to say and when.

News of this lecture prepared by Viktor quickly spread throughout the capital.

It naturally became a topic of interest among many nobles.

The Kravina family was now at its peak, and Viktor was no longer despised by everyone as he had been before.

After all, with titles such as the Princess's private tutor, First Professor of the Magic Academy, and Councilor...

Viktor, adorned with countless titles, was not someone an ordinary noble could afford to provoke.

Was there anyone who still looked down on Viktor now? They'd better consider their own capabilities first.

Viktor's influence was enormous, and many nobles were begging to secure a spot to attend the lecture.

Even those with status and background found it difficult to obtain a position for this lecture.

It was truly worth its weight in gold.

......

Viktor watched silently as Lia busied herself before him.

One moment she changed his tie, the next she switched his shirt.

Lia was meticulously arranging Viktor's attire and appearance.

"Ready!"

Finally, she put her hands on her hips, satisfied with her masterpiece.

Before her, Viktor had changed from his old coat into a black tailcoat.

He wore white gloves on his hands, and a straight black and white striped tie adorned his chest.

A pair of shiny leather shoes seemed to reflect dazzling light, making him look very spirited.

Lia seemed very pleased with her handiwork, constantly examining Viktor, admiring her brother's alluring appearance.

"Not bad."

Viktor looked at Lia standing before him.

Although she was also planning to attend this lecture and had prepared her gown early, she had delayed changing into it to help him dress up, even as the lecture was about to begin.

So, Viktor expressed his gratitude.

"Thank you."

"Hm?"

Lia glanced at Viktor, slightly displeased.

"Don't think too much of it. You represent our Kravina family, so you must dress to show your quality."

After saying this, she looked back at Viktor in the mirror, narrowing her eyes and smiling gently, very satisfied as she said:

"You better shine brightly for me."

Knock! Knock!

A gentle knocking sound came from the door.

"Come in."

Thinking it was a servant, Lia called out towards the door.

That rumored Princess hadn't come?

Amidst the puzzled gazes of the crowd, they noticed.

A carriage driven by magical power was approaching the academy.

A carriage without horses seemed to symbolize the status of its owner.

The door opened automatically, and the protagonist of today's lecture was the first to step out.

Viktor.

He wore a jet-black tailcoat with pristine white gloves.

One hand held to his chest, he bowed elegantly towards the carriage interior and extended his other hand forward.

From inside the carriage, a mysterious lady placed her fair hand on Viktor's palm and slowly stepped down from the carriage.

It was Aurelianne.

She wore a white gown adorned with sparkling jewels that shimmered under the moonlight.

A hairpin held up her long hair, giving her a touch of mature charm.

Beneath her pure white gown, she appeared so gentle and beautiful even in the lamplight.

Her aura was like that of a fairy tale character who had stepped out of the moonlight.

The media were completely stunned, even dropping their recording crystals which rolled away.

The Princess actually arrived in the same carriage as Viktor??

Huh?

Who wouldn't be confused seeing this?

After alighting from the carriage, Aurelianne lifted her skirt with both hands and curtsied gracefully to Viktor in thanks.

Afterwards, she walked towards the lecture hall first.

As she passed by Gwen, she smiled and nodded at the knight commander.

Gwen blinked in confusion but returned a smile to Aurelianne.

After the Princess had proceeded to the lecture hall, a group of reporters hurriedly picked up their recording crystals from the ground.

Not caring whose model they grabbed, they all surged towards Viktor.

Given this situation, they were determined to get first-hand information from Viktor.

Gwen frowned slightly. The Knight Order was here to maintain order, but these media personnel didn't seem to take the Knight Order seriously.

Originally, she thought Viktor would use magic to keep all these reporters at bay, but Viktor didn't do so.

He just stood there, allowing the group of reporters to surround him.

At this point, Gwen had to step in.

She walked behind Viktor, her armor clanking, and led several knights to surround Viktor.

"Maintain order, your behavior is only causing us trouble!"

The knights separated the group of reporters, and Gwen watched the disappointed faces of these people, yet remained as cold as ever.

She turned back to look at Viktor.

He wasn't at all flustered by the media's encirclement, appearing so elegant and proper.

But Gwen couldn't help but frown and said to Viktor:

"Why don't you drive them away."

Viktor clearly had the means to leave on his own. Even without using magic, he could have accompanied the Princess.

But he specifically stood in place, until the Princess left, and even without the protective umbrella, he still stood alone.

As if waiting for someone.

Who else could he be waiting for?

Thinking of this, Gwen felt a bit angry.

Viktor didn't seem to realize what kind of commotion he was causing now.

But Viktor just glanced at her, his voice soft:

"I was waiting for you to come and rescue me."

"I knew you wouldn't watch me get into trouble."

"..."

Gwen was slightly stunned. In a daze, she seemed to see Viktor's lips curling up slightly.

Only his voice remained, echoing in Gwen's ears.

"Escort me, will you?"

"My lady knight."

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