Leo and Jason wandered through the streets of Aranthia. Jason helped Leo get everything he needed before the entrance exam. From the swordsmith, they went to a magic potion store to get healing potions, magic level increment potion and also stamina increment potion. “I thought all this will be prohibited in an exam,” Leo asked, as he placed the potion into a bag, which he hung on his shoulder. “Not definitely, taking potions like this is like taking steroids before a sports competition. The only difference is that one has to do with sports and the other, with magic,” Jason replied, as he giggled sarcastically. “Funny,” Leo said as he gazed at Jason. “I’m…I’m sorry,” he stuttered, as he cleared his throat. “I just thought you needed some humor.” “You complained we don’t have time but you still have the time to create humor,” Leo replied, as they both walked out of the magic potion store. “You can’t take a joke,” Jason spoke as he slapped Leo on the back. “But you don’t have anyth

Varrick, Darwin, Sydney, Leo and Jason were all surprised by Alex’s big news about a dinner party, which they had to prepare for in less than an hour. “I have prepared some clothing and shoes for everyone, it’s been placed in your rooms,” Alex said. “See you all in an hour and I’m sorry.” “Why are you talking from so far away?” Varrick asked as Alex stood on the stairs to talk to them. “To avoid any other form of attack,” Alex responded as he walked upstairs. “Later.” Darwin sighed. “Let’s all go and prepare,” he said as he also walked away. ~~ An hour passed and everyone had finished getting ready. Leo walked up to the window in his room. He lifted the curtain that falls from the ceiling to the ground, and he peeped to see the guests, who flooded into the Maho Hall. “This will be my first time appearing in front of a very large crowd,” he said to himself as he held his chest. His heart was racing. He was dead anxious. What if he messes up? Suddenly, he heard a knock on his

“The red-haired lady, who was in the dark alley earlier today. SYLVIA,” Leo thought, as his eyes met with that of Sylvia’s. “Why are you staring at her so much,” Sydney asked, but Leo was too caught up in staring at Sylvia that he did not hear her. “Hey. Leo. Back to Ivandale.” “Oh, sorry. What did you say?” Leo replied as he gazed at Sydney. “Just…. Just focus,” she replied. As they approached Darwin, the crowd soared. Darwin, Sydney and Leo stood side by side but Leo could not take his eyes of Sylvia. “Who is she?” he thought. “She must be a very important person to be here today.” “This is the family of the Anthemic,” Felix said. “I hope you all accept them and treat them with the respect they deserve.” The applause grew louder as Darwin and his “pretend” family, made their way back to where they originally stood. “I would also like to formally introduce my daughter, who has been far away for a long time but is back. Her name is Rutherford Sylvia,” Felix spoke as he brought

“Who exactly is Duke Felix?” he asked, gazing at Jason.“What do you mean, who is he? I’ve already told you,” Jason uttered.“I know he’s the Duke of Aranthia and the real owner of Scarlet Magic High School, but other than that... what else do you know about this guy?” Recalling the disturbed face Sylvia made when her dad was brought up made him increasingly worried for some reason.“Well... there’s not much. Other than the fact that he’s incredibly strong and has already unlocked his crimson mana core, there’s really nothing much to tell. He’s very mysterious,” Jason revealed in one breath.“Don’t you find it odd that no one knows anything about this man?” he questioned.Jason’s brows furrowed slightly, considering his words. After a while, he looked at the Duke’s retreating figure and then back at his friend. “People just thought he enjoyed his privacy, which is normal. He may hold a high rank in society, but he is still a being just like everyone else. Why are you asking all of a s

The cheers grew louder, but Leo could still spot a handful of disappointed faces. He left the arena with Jason by his side."That was the most epic match I've ever seen. The last time an alliance was made in the ring, it was Master Darwin, Master Varrick, and—""My mom?" Leo smirked."Exactly. You're already following in her footsteps. That's rich," Jason chuckled."She helped me first. I would have lost if not for her," Leo said immediately."I know... she was amazing," Jason replied, smiling blankly as he stared into the distance.Leo turned to look at his dazed friend. He smiled, wanting to say something but deciding not to."You did it, Leo!" Sydney exclaimed, grabbing him and Jason in a bear hug."I told you, didn't I?" Varrick remarked."That was the wildest thing I have ever done in my entire life," Leo admitted with a deep grin."That's only a piece of what's to come, my friend," Varrick assured him, folding his arms."You were great out there," Darwin finally spoke."Thank yo