After two hours of writing at a fast and furious pace, the E. biology exam part 1 &2 finally ended. I double-checked my exam paper only to be disappointed. I may have finished writing all the questions, but my exam paper was like a war between letters. Their strokes were like bucks' feet, long-short and uneven.

"I just hope Mr. Dickenson doesn't mind my terrible handwriting. He said that presentation was important when it comes down to biology papers. Well, I finished my writing in 2 hours, which was supposed to take 3 hours."

Now that the writing part was done, it was time for the practical exam. They moved us to another hall where various specimens were kept in a preservative way. But this entire collection looked kinda spooky to me. As if we are inside the lab of a mad scientist.

"Now lads, identify the Elemental beasts based on the specimens. We selected the organs that are like trademark characteristics of these creatures to make things easier for you. I hope you guys paid attention to your classes and read the details seriously."

Mr. Dickenson spoke out with a smile.

I also got serious as my KFC steaks were on the line. If I can get 20 marks here, I wouldn't fall out that much even if Mr. Dickenson were to cut some marks for my bad presentation.

As everyone took their seats, he displayed the first specimen in front of us. It was a tail of a creature. The tail was full of burbs and looked like a deadly weapon. Smiles bloomed on many faces as this tail was very familiar to them. It was from a Lammergeier, an extremely rare Metal elemental & avian species. Mr. Dickenson told us about this creature in his second class.

I hurriedly wrote the name of the species and the characteristics I could remember. After that, the next specimen was in front of us. It looked like a skull of a cow yet it had sharp razor-like teeth and two fangs. Many became confused.

''Your Mother, I have seen many cows in my life, have seen many kinds of beef in my life- but I have never seen a cow with huge fangs. What is this thing?"

While many were confused, some students, like me, had their mouths agape.

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"Hey, if a cow has this kind of teeth, it means it's carnivorous. Isn't that the character of Scooty cows, mentioned in the Paranormal Beast Biology book? Didn't Mr. Dickenson say there would be no questions from that book? Then why is it here, you sneaky bastard?" I could only sigh at his craftiness.

Looks like his name isn't the only naughty one. His personality is naughty too.

After that, they showed 7 out of 10 specimens from the paranormal BB book, resulting in devastating expressions on the students' faces.

However, I sighed in relief. Lucky for me, I didn't skip reading that book. Otherwise, I would have failed the practical exam.

Next day.

Not to repeat the same mistakes, I had my sweet sleep in my comfy bed all night. But sadly, my queens didn't come into my dream again, breaking my heart into pieces.

"Do I need to sleep under that tree again?'' I wondered.

Jacob left for the artisan department to attend his last exam. Apparently, his Infernal Body is a suitable match for crafting metal weapons other than fighting mele, so he decided to become an artifact maker. I also headed toward the Rune department.

I may not have spent much time on runes, but I succeeded in forming a connection with the world on that fateful rainy day and, now I could channel origin energy in my rune sequences. So, I was excited about what kind of reaction I would get from Professor Catherine if I successfully drew a functional rune.

I also wondered about other peers from my rune department.

The academy may have allowed Combat Students to study runes, but they didn't leave everything on these battle maniacs for runic items. That would be stupid. The supporting departments also have dedicated students who dream of becoming runemasters.

Cultivation is only a means of increasing their lifespan. They care a little about increasing battle prowess, unlike us. So, it's normal for the students from the Rune departments to excel ahead of normal combat students.

I was waiting for the examiner like others. But then I saw a man with a unique robe enter the hall. He put down a stash of papers on the table and voiced out,

"Hello, everyone. I am your examiner for today's exam. Call me Ishmael.''