Compared to the two fairies, Natsu is truly slaying a dragon!

Mirajane retorted without holding back.

"You? Don't even mention it, you've only just learned magic."

"But I can fight you to a standstill now, can't I?"

"That's just because I wasn't serious. I didn't even use Dragon Slayer Magic. Besides, that's Satan's strength."

"I am Satan, therefore I am the strong one!"

Seeing that the two seemed to be arguing again, Lisanna and Elfman exchanged a glance and sighed helplessly.

"Is it starting again? This is the third time today. I really don't know where these two get the energy to argue every day."

[Just as Lisanna was complaining.]

Makarov, standing on the platform, spoke again.

"I won't say anything more; let's get straight to the point."

"There are two candidates who have passed this year's S-class mage examination."

At this moment, all the guild members pricked up their ears, their eyes glued to Makarov on the stage.

I'm hoping my name will be among those two spots.

"Over the past year, their strength, hard work, and unwavering belief have been evident to all."

"So, today, they've successfully obtained their ticket to S-rank!"

"They are..."

On the high platform, Makarov's gaze instantly locked onto Laxus, who was sitting in a corner of the guild, his arms wrapped around her.

"Laxus Dore!"

Countless eyes immediately focused on Laxus.

This decision is not surprising; Laxus's strength is undeniable.

[Before Haku came.]

He was hailed as the number one among the younger generation, completing almost any task with overwhelming force, leaving countless people speechless.

These facts are sufficient proof of Laxus's power.

Laxus remained completely unfazed by the stares of everyone.

[His gaze was fixed on a single figure within the crowd.]

A glint of fighting spirit flashed in his eyes!

"Next up is the second candidate."

Makarov didn't keep them waiting long, immediately turning his gaze to Haku, who was standing beside Erza and the others in the crowd.

"Naz Dragneel!"

The crowd's attention shifted once more, with admiring and envious glances all focusing on Black Natsu.

"That guy? He's a monster too."

"I remember, even Laxus was defeated in one hit back then, right?"

"Hiss! So, does that mean Natsu is even stronger than Laxus?"

"At least that was the case back then, but that's not necessarily true now. Both sides are geniuses, capable of completing missions with overwhelming force."

"Therefore, it's really impossible to tell who's stronger or weaker at the moment."

There was constant discussion all around.

Mirajane looked at Hello Natsu with delight: "Congratulations! An S-class mage, that sounds so cool! I'll definitely catch up to you soon!"

Mirajane clenched her small fists; this announcement of the candidates seemed to have thoroughly piqued her interest.

She's no longer bothered by whether she'd hate the demon's power.

According to Lisanna, Erza had previously met with Mirajane, and the two discussed the merits and demerits of power at length; Lisanna did not know the outcome afterward.

From that day on, Mirajane seemed to have come to terms with things and no longer resisted demonic power.

This is why Mirajane was able to master receiving magic so quickly.

However, Lisanna also felt something was strange. Ever since Erza visited Mirajane last time, the two seemed to be at odds, constantly disliking each other.

[I don't know what they ended up talking about.]

Outside the sky.

Gray: "The S-Class Mage Exam... Has Black Natsu over there gotten this far so quickly?"

Erza: "After all, he's Black Natsu. With his strength, he's more than qualified to be an S-class mage."

Mirajane: "That's right, but how old is Black Natsu in the picture?"

"He should be even younger than Erza, right?"

Hades: "Henaz's age... is simply impossible to calculate."

Brian: "Yes, you could say he's hundreds of years old, which is theoretically fine, but you could also say he's in his teens... that would work too."

Ultear: "After all, it spans four hundred years. But by all accounts, four hundred years doesn't count. I should only be about ten years old."

Sting: "Anyway, no matter how old he is, Mr. Honez's advancement to S-class this time is a sure thing, right?"

Fried: "Don't underestimate Laxus!!! Laxus is by no means weak."

"You should know that in the history of our world, this year is the year Laxus became an S-class mage!"

"I believe that Laxus in that world would be the same!"

Laxus: "Ahem... that Freed, I think... maybe you shouldn't have such high hopes that he's better than 220..."

Gajeel: "Haha, Fried, you can't let your subjective will influence your judgment."

Igneel: "By the way, Natsu on our side should also be an S-class mage, right?"

Upon hearing this, the Fairy Tail guild fell silent instantly.

After a long pause, Natsu finally spoke through his teeth.

"Damn it! If it weren't for that black dragon, I would be an S-class mage by now!"

Gray: "If you put it that way, I won't be happy. I didn't lose in the last assessment!"

Cana: "You all wait a minute, last time we actually went to the First Generation's grave, so if we're really talking about who's the best mage, it should be me!"

Natsu: "How could that be? It must be me!!"

The guild erupted in noise once again.

Clearly, no one was very satisfied with the last assessment.

Igniru exchanged a helpless glance with the phantom images of the other two dragons.

He finally sighed, "So, even now, Natsu still hasn't become an S-class mage?"

[In the sky.]

"This year's S-Class Mage Exam will be held on an island called Monster Paradise in the western sea. We'll determine who will be this year's S-Class Mage!"

Makarov shouted loudly into the guild.

Everyone was stunned upon hearing this!

[Monster Paradise?]

"If I remember correctly, that should be the location of an S-rank mission, right? It seems many S-rank missions point to that island, the legendary island inhabited by countless monsters."

[Macao said with a grim expression.]

[Wakaba also raised his head, his worried gaze fixed on Makarov: "President, isn't this a bit too advanced? Are you sure it's okay?"]

Makarov responded to this with absolute certainty.

"If you want to become an S-class mage, then you have to be able to handle the difficulty of an S-class mage. If you can't even do that..."

"What's the point of talking about S-class?"

"But..." some people still had concerns.

"Don't worry, since they are S-rank candidates, they must possess S-rank strength."

At this moment, Gildarts spoke up.

"Don't underestimate these young people!"

Chapter 123 The Assessment Begins: The Law of the Fairies!

"The assessment is scheduled for one week from now. The two candidates have time to prepare on their own."

"We'll meet at the port of Harugion then, and of course, we'll all go together."

[Makarov looked at the two chosen individuals and spoke.]

Laxus didn't reply, but merely glanced sideways at Haunter, then slightly moved his lips.