Finished with their introductions, Hermond’s group headed to the other side of the wall which had been constructed in the early morning by Meril.

“Before we start, I want to tell you people that even though all you are learning right now are topics related to the physical base you will be taught the same things the Magical Students are being taught later. So for today’s and probably the next few days you will be learning about Aura. As you all probably know by now, there are only 4 Physical based energies and the first and simplest of them is Aura. Simply put Aura is a manifestation of the physical body’s energy. It has multiple functions which I will tell you about once you can produce aura. So, how does one learn how to use aura? Well simple, meditation. As you can see, in front of you are cushions for you to sit and meditate. While meditating, you must visualize the aura engulfing your body. Your mind should only be occupied by one thing and that is Aura. This process is called Aura Formation. Now all of you sit down on the cushions and start meditating. I will help by standing here and releasing my aura enough for you to feel its presence so you can use it as a reference. Oh before you start, I was told that there was one person capable of using mana however you will still practice as well. Now, start.” said Hermond, with all the students sitting down and starting their meditation.

A few Amals later, *Boom* suddenly an explosion was heard from the other side. This disrupted the students' meditation as they immediately stopped, startled by it.

“Haha, don’t you worry. Something like that is bound to happen.” said Hermond to his students.

“W..what do you mean, sir?” asked one of the students.

“Oh, you don’t have to worry. For the magical students who are learning about Infusion, explosions like the one just now are to be expected. But for you people the only thing that can happen is exhaustion.” assured Hermond. “Now, continue with your practice.” he continued.

Of all the students, as expected one student stood out from the rest. Eric Manhuff was the only student who could immediately form a veil of aura around him.

“That must be Eric. So Elfilna was right, he really does know how to control his aura really well.” thought Hermond.

After Eric, both Hermes and Areti were the next students who could form aura around them. Although strangely, unlike the normal silver like colour both of their aura looked different. While Hermes veil of aura had small sparks of lightning on it, Areti’s aura on the other hand was perfectly white in colour.

“Ah two more students, but that’s strange I know why one of them is producing sparks but why is the other student’s aura completely white.” thought Hermond.

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Despite being the second students to form aura, both Hermes and Areti got exhausted rather quickly.

“Phew, tha…..that was tiring.” said Areti, sweating.

“Oh, so you also exhausted yourself.” said Hermes, sitting next to Areti as he took in deep breaths.

“Yeah, I guess we’re still tied.” replied Areti.

“Yep.” replied Hermes.

“Come here.” signalled Hermond quietly to the two students.

“Look, Sir.Hermond is calling us. Let’s go.” said Areti.

“Hmm, good job you two. Both of you are the second students to form aura.” said Hermond.

“Second?” asked Hermes.

“Yeah, just look at that dude.” pointed Hermond. “He instantly formed the aura veil and is still maintaining it.” said Hermond.

“Ah, I know him. He’s the dude who used aura in our first practical class.” said Areti.

“You’re right. He seems to be gifted. But you two don’t have to worry. Hard work puts even the weakest to the position of the highest. Also you with the blonde hair, are you perhaps a Singularity?” asked Hermond.

“Me? Well not really.” replied Hermes.

“Really? Then I guess it’s your Inborn Talent.” said Hermond.

Realizing what Hermond was talking about, Hermes replied, “Yes, but sir I hope you don’t tell the others.”

“Oh don’t worry I won’t.” assured Hermond.

“Wait, sir what’s a Singularity?” asked Areti.

“Well, a Singularity is an individual who is born with compatibility towards only one magic base.” stated Hermond.

“Oh, I understand. Thank you sir.” said Areti.

A few Amals passed and more and more students started to form auras however only for short durations. However, Eric who was the first to form his aura was still maintaining it.

“How long has that dude maintained his aura?” said one of the students, amazed.

A few more Amals had passed and some of the students were still unable to form aura. Hermond also wanted to see all of them form an aura veil.

“Hermond, it’s time to end the class.” said Meril who was standing by the entrance of the wall.

“Ah, Meril. I forgot about that, got too excited to teach young bloods you see.” said Hermond, smiling while his students were sweating and tired.

“You’re always excited.” replied Meril.

“Haha, you’re right. Anyways that will be all for today’s class. Don’t forget to practice at home or you will have a hard time for tomorrow’s class.” said Hermond to his group as he exited the Testing Grounds with Meril.

Outside the area,

“So any promising students in your group?” asked Meril.

“Yeah, a few of them actually. Makes me excited. How about you?” replied Hermond.

“A few as well. But probably more than your group.” said Meril.

“Haha, really? We'll see when we start the sparring lessons.” said Hermond.

“Bring it on.” replied Meril.