The glass curtain wall reflected light, and the murals in the atrium were particularly bright and soft, making the entire examination hall seem to be in a shimmering and comfortable space.

Returning from the Elivane Plains of the Shadow World to the fragrant interior of the building, the world-shattering change made Lan Qi feel relaxed in body and mind.

Just as he was comfortably moving his gaze from the stretchers outside the exam hall back to his only acquaintance, Hyperion,

"Hy..."

Lan Qi, who was about to greet Hyperion, suddenly froze again.

Because Lan Qi realized that the atmosphere in the atrium didn't seem so harmonious.

Originally.

Lan Qi had expected that everyone would be calmly discussing the examination situation, passing the idle morning time, and sincerely wishing the next group of candidates who might become classmates all the best.

However, that was clearly not the case now.

In the center of the examination hall, Hyperion and a fair-haired girl of the second group of candidates, who also possessed an extraordinary aura, seemed to be emitting an explosive smell of tension.

If Lan Qi hadn't appeared and attracted everyone's attention, it was entirely possible that Hyperion and the noble lady would have disregarded the examination hall's rules and started fighting.

They seemed to know each other, and the fair-haired girl, suspected to be a noble, clearly harbored hostility towards Hyperion.

The other two candidates in the second group didn't target Hyperion so sharply.

But when they looked at Hyperion, they also had an undisguised look of dread, as if she were a plague god.

After today's super-doubled exam, Lan Qi had roughly figured out that his teammate, Hyperion, was probably a popular figure in the royal capital, Ikelite.

She was a human-shaped, self-propelled aggro-attracting machine.

She seemed like a nice person, so why was she everyone's enemy?

Lan Qi scratched his head in confusion. He didn't know why the nobles in the royal capital were so aggressive.

"I say, everyone, friendship first..."

Lan Qi tried to smooth things over as soon as he opened his mouth.

Peace is the most important thing. He hoped that the students could get along in harmony and enjoy themselves.

Even the examiner, Ferrat, was so angry at first, but he was able to reconcile with Lan Qi.

So, in the world of love, nothing is impossible.

"..."

After Lan Qi appeared, Hyperion was unwilling to waste time arguing meaninglessly.

She shook her head and glanced coldly at the noble young lady with fair golden hair.

"Your Highness Vivian, if you want to be taught a lesson in the arena after entering the academy, I'm ready for you at any time."

After saying this, Hyperion ignored the noble girl and walked away on her own.

Hyperion walked towards the waiting area, where Lan Qi was waiting, preparing to wait for Teacher Theresa to return and explain the post-exam matters to their group of candidates.

When Hyperion came to a place not far from Lan Qi, Lan Qi lowered his voice and said in surprise to Hyperion:

"My god, you're really fierce. You dare to treat a princess so casually."

The fair-haired girl who could be called "Your Highness" Vivian must be the princess of this Herton Kingdom!

It seemed that Princess Vivian's own strength was also quite outstanding, as she was able to take the exam after their group.

Then it seemed that Hyperion's own family was also quite powerful. She dared to confront the royal family so desperately. Just in terms of courage, she could definitely not be a small noble.

As expected of the royal capital, you can meet big shots just by going out.

It's really exciting.

"..."

Hyperion didn't know how to respond to Lan Qi's remark.

You clearly treat me, a duchess, with such a casual attitude, yet you know to show respect to the high nobility?

However, Hyperion didn't dislike Lan Qi's attitude.

The more those who showed her respect when she was in power, the more they liked to speak ill of her when she fell into despair.

On the contrary, Lan Qi's sincerity in treating people of all status and status equally made Hyperion feel rare.

During the brief exchange between the two.

Teacher Theresa still hadn't returned.

Vivian, who was called "Your Highness," stood not far away, staring at Hyperion and Lan Qi with an indescribable hint of anger in her eyes.

"Lan Qi Wilfort, is it?"

After a long time, Princess Vivian finally asked, with a sense of condescending arrogance.

"Although I don't know how you defeated Ferrat Chavenson, it must be because of you."

Obviously, Hyperion alone could never have passed Ferrat's test.

Vivian knew Hyperion, whom she had known since she was a child, too well.

She had thought that Hyperion would leave the artificial Shadow World full of resentment today, but she didn't expect that the one who was carried away was the examiner, Ferrat.

Then it must be that the rumored "elegant noble with black hair and green eyes" who cleared [Winter's Hidden Flame] at lightning speed had done something that made people's eyes go dark again.

"It's not one person's victory, it's the result of teamwork."

Lan Qi replied humbly, bowing slightly to the princess.

Hyperion stood aside and didn't deny it.

Although she knew that Lan Qi's statement was very modest, she had no reason to reveal anything more.

"...I see."

Seeing Lan Qi's attitude, Vivian couldn't continue to press him too hard.

Lan Qi's ability to pass the second round of assessment might have been due to luck and performance, but to pass the third round of this difficulty again showed that he must have strength.

If this kind of guy is still calm and restrained, he should not be underestimated as a Shadow World challenger in the future. There is no need to bully or offend the talents of his own country.

"I advise you to stay away from this Hyperion Aransal in the future. Don't be bewitched by her just because she's beautiful."

Vivian just glanced at Hyperion and said in retaliation.

Although she was speaking to Hyperion, it was clearly meant for Lan Qi to hear.

Lan Qi tilted his head in confusion. He felt that Vivian seemed to have misunderstood something.

The examiner, Ferrat, seemed to have the same misunderstanding earlier.

Did they think that helping Hyperion was an incredible thing?

He just wanted to pass the exam.

But it didn't matter.

Lan Qi always felt that Vivian's feelings towards Hyperion were not as purely malicious as Ferrat's, but a kind of indescribable complexity.

"Your Highness Vivian, so in your eyes, Miss Hyperion is a very beautiful person."

Lan Qi bowed to Vivian again, then smiled and said.

Hyperion became a little uncomfortable and looked at Lan Qi, while Vivian's expression was all messed up.

"No!"

Vivian denied it somewhat excitedly.

"It's impossible for me to reconcile with her. You don't have to waste your time trying to smooth things over."

Hyperion also wanted to end this topic as soon as possible, and said decisively from the side.

After hearing this, Lan Qi looked at Hyperion and said "Oh," as if he understood something.

"Your Highness Vivian, it seems that Miss Hyperion is still considering reconciling with you."

Lan Qi smiled gently at Vivian again, translating Hyperion's words for her as if he were a translator.

"No!!"

Hyperion firmly denied, it was rare to see her have such emotional fluctuations.

Hearing this, Vivian, who had been somewhat flustered, withered like a deflated balloon, pursed her lips, and looked away.

Next.

Lan Qi kept smiling, seemingly waiting for the two to continue speaking, so that he could convey their thoughts for them.

But Hyperion and Vivian were silent.