The atrium exam venue, previously filled with tension, had now become strangely silent.
Huberrian and Vivian both looked sideways at the floor, unwilling to say another bad word about each other.
"......"
In this moment of silence in the atrium,
Lanqi's words also stunned the other two examinees waiting nearby.
Although Lanqi might not have realized it himself,
They felt that Lanqi seemed to have a unique talent for handling awkward situations!
Even though this wasn't strictly a love triangle situation, as Lanqi could have stayed out of it from the beginning, he actively jumped in to mediate!
This even momentarily sparked their desire to become his disciples and learn this skill.
Isn't this more practical than magic?
Their expressions were quickly noticed by Lanqi across from them.
Lanqi looked at the two examinees who were casting respectful glances at him and smiled back with a nod.
Indeed, doing good deeds like mediating naturally commands respect.
The feeling of being respected made Lanqi very happy.
More importantly, this scene of classmates getting along harmoniously in the exam venue was Lanqi's wish.
More respect and understanding, less conflict and confrontation, and the world would become better and better.
......
After everyone had been quietly standing in the atrium for dozens of seconds,
Accompanied by hurried, light footsteps,
Teacher Teresa also returned to the exam venue carrying her small magical device.
"I'm sorry, students, I'm back..."
She had finally sent off Examiner Felat from the previous exam, and had been worried that during her brief absence, the hostile Lady Huberrian and Princess Vivian would cause trouble.
However, Teresa's voice hadn't fully faded when she paused in slight surprise.
At present, the atmosphere in the exam venue was unusually harmonious.
Could it be that she had worried unnecessarily?
Teresa shook her head in confusion, reminding herself to focus on the matters at hand.
She hurriedly walked up to Huberrian and Lanqi and said:
"Congratulations on successfully passing the exam."
Teacher Teresa smiled at Huberrian and Lanqi,
"You'll receive guidance directly at the main building of the Sage Academy on the first day of school. Also, the school dormitories can be moved into three days before school starts, and you can collect your student bracelets from the Magic Engineering Department around the same time."
She pointed to their exam bracelets, meaning they could exchange them for official enrollment credentials at the Magic Engineering Department when the time comes.
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"Thank you."
"Thank you, Teacher Teresa."
After receiving thanks from Huberrian and Lanqi, Teresa waved goodbye to them gently.
Then quickly, like a waiter in a lunchtime cafeteria, she turned and ran to Vivian and the second group of examinees.
"Sorry to keep you waiting, we can prepare to start the exam now..."
Vivian listened absent-mindedly to Teacher Teresa's words, her eyes still following Huberrian's retreating figure.
Although Huberrian had coincidentally met someone who gave her a hand this time,
This was just temporary luck, which would soon burst like a bubble.
The reason Lanqi was so unsuspecting of Huberrian now,
Was simply because this youth from the border didn't know Huberrian's secret—
Huberrian had half demon blood, being the illegitimate daughter of Duke Alansar and a demon.
Vivian was certain that if one day in the future Lanqi learned of Huberrian's demon identity, his friendly attitude would definitely change dramatically, and he might even join the ranks of those persecuting Huberrian.
Because in this Hutton Kingdom, which had been ravaged by the demon war many years ago, there was no one who didn't hate and fear demons!
......
Icerite Academy, Learning and Education Building.
The wide staircase, several meters wide, descended layer by layer from top to bottom. Its design was unique and ahead of its time, with beige stone and crystal railings intertwining, like a beam of light traversing through the floors.
Each level of the stairs had different functions; some wooden platforms could directly serve as student rest areas, some displayed the latest academy works, while the lowest level of stairs connected to the building's spacious terrace.
Two young figures walked on the building's stairs, their steps unhurried, as if in a pressure-free art space.
After finishing today's difficult exam, Lanqi's smiling face made no effort to hide his happy mood.
Although Huberrian still showed no expression as usual, not revealing her inner thoughts, the hostility in her eyes had unknowingly dissipated by now.
"By the way, Huberrian."
Lanqi chatted with his newly acquainted comrade Huberrian as they walked,
"You're familiar with the capital and have broader knowledge, what do you think is the quickest way to make money in the capital? Of course, it has to be something not written in the criminal law."
He added a sentence after raising the question.
Although the criminal law itself is a money-making bible, it absolutely cannot be done that way.
Their walking figures occasionally passed by decorative items on the stairs, newly cultivated plants from the Alchemy Department, new academic achievements, and new developments and quirky artworks from the Magic Engineering Department.
"......"
Huberrian hesitated in silence for a moment.
She had originally intended to bid farewell to Lanqi here.
She was very grateful for Lanqi's help and friendly attitude, and equally clear-headed in knowing that she could not become friends with Lanqi.
The secret that "she is a half-blood demon" wouldn't be hidden from Lanqi for long.
Although she hadn't intentionally concealed or deceived Lanqi about it.
But even if Lanqi didn't actively investigate and remained friendly to her, one day when those who wanted to target her felt Lanqi's obstruction, they would reveal her secret to Lanqi, thus directly plunging her into the abyss at the most critical moment.
What she was most unwilling to accept was former friends suddenly becoming cold and distant, even turning into irreconcilable enemies...
But let this be a repayment for the brief and intangible friendship between her and Lanqi.
"If my father hadn't disappeared, with your abilities, our Alansar Duke's family would be very willing to invest in talented people like you, but unfortunately I have no authority to use the family's funds now."
Huberrian answered helplessly, at least at this moment, she would treat Lanqi as sincerely as he treated her,
"If you don't have any manufacturing-related skills, the fastest way to make money is to challenge the Shadow World."
They continued forward, walking down the stairs unhurriedly, the huge glass curtain walls between floors reflecting a patch of sunlight, as if the entire space had brightened, then dimmed again as it was blocked by marble walls.
"Hmm..."
Lanqi nodded thoughtfully.
Although he had already learned to make magic cards, he could only make low-level cards for now.
Moreover, his skills were still considered rudimentary, with a low success rate in card making, often causing explosions that made Talia shake her head.
He didn't even have the confidence to take the registered card maker exam of the Southern Continent Card Makers Association yet.
Looking at it this way, his combat profession [White Mage] was actually more advanced than his manufacturing profession [Card Maker].