The villainous young master just wants to live a Buddhist-like life.

　The Holy Church could turn a blind eye to the "Son of the Hero," but they couldn't simply stand by and do nothing about Ophelia Brad after public opinion had taken hold.

　At that time, even if they are unwilling, they may still have an open conflict with St. Marian Academy.

　This is what is known as the inevitable trend.

　Darke twirled the fork in his hand, then suddenly turned his head to look over there and said, "Look over there."

　Pandora followed his gaze and couldn't help but say, "That's 'Holy Son' Evan Pearson."

　Dak nodded slightly.

　Evan Pearson was naturally with Edwin Clarissa and the others at this time.

　Although Dak didn't know how they got together, he was happy to have someone keep an eye on the "Holy Son" for him.

　Just as he was pondering this, his brow suddenly twitched, and he looked at Senior Pandora.

　But then, a golden-red glint flashed in Pandora's eyes! It was the "Eye of the True Dragon"!

　The golden-red glint in Pandora's eyes vanished in an instant, and she immediately resumed her cheerful conversation with Dark.

　Dac picked up a copy of "An Actor Prepares" and echoed her sentiments, saying, "What do you see?"

　Pandora Doragon whispered, "He has a problem." Dark understood and didn't ask any more questions.

　Meanwhile, on the other side, "Holy Son" Evan Pearson turned his head to look over with great keen insight.

　Tom Smith, his "guardian knight," asked alertly, "What's wrong?"

　Evan Pearson observed for a moment, then shook his head and said, "That's our guide. Seated with him is the 'Silver Dragon Maiden,' who was introduced at the opening ceremony."

　Tom Smith nodded slightly and said, "That should be true."

　Upon hearing their conversation, Edwin Clarissa smiled and said, "That's Pandora Drogon, our librarian. She's very close to Dark."

　"Librarian" Evan Pearson pondered for a moment, then suddenly said, "She's a half-dragon, half-human."

　Edwin Clarissa's eyes flickered slightly, and she whispered, "Your Highness, you have a good eye."

　Evan Pearson nodded, maintaining his aloof demeanor and firmly burying his inner thoughts.

　Ten minutes later, the meal ended.

　Dak and senior Pandora left the cafeteria together.

　However, instead of heading to the open-air dueling arena immediately, they went to Dark's office first.

　The two entered one after the other and locked the door. Dark asked, "Now you can tell me, right?"

　Pandora walked to the sofa and sat down, leaning back lazily, and pointed to the tea set on the table.

　Dak smiled helplessly and served a cup of tea after the meal.

　Pandora then said, "I saw traces of a mixture of various energies inside that guy's body."

　Dark's heart skipped a beat, and he asked, "What kind of energy?"

　Pandora said, "First, holy light, which should be light-attribute magic that has been consecrated. Second, equally holy, but sharper, which I saw in Vittor God's body, should be the power of a hero's bloodline. Third... I can't say for sure."

　Dark frowned slightly and asked, "Could you describe it as best you can?" Pandora replied, "My 'True Dragon Eye' is, after all, inferior to that of a true dragon; there are many things I can't see clearly. But the feeling I get from that third energy is vaguely similar to the feeling I get from Winnie Skadi."

　Dark: "Vice Winnie"

　Pandora glanced at him and corrected, "Skadi!"

　“Alright,” Dark laughed. “Speaking of Skadi-senpai, the first thing that comes to mind is probably the ‘Sage’ lineage, right? Can I assume that it’s a power related to the ‘Sage’?”

　Pandora asked uncertainly, "Isn't 'sage' a title for someone with profound knowledge?"

　Dark said, "Basically yes, but I've heard from Claire that some 'Sage' titles can be inherited. Since they can be inherited, that part of the 'Sage's' power must have something special about it."

　Pandora said, "Even so. In any case, the 'Holy Son' possesses more than just these three types of energy. I originally thought the 'Holy Son's' power would be very pure, but it's certainly different from what I imagined."

　Dark thought for a moment and said, "Perhaps we shouldn't judge too soon. Tonight, we can go to the library."

　Pandora asked, "Is there anything there?"

　Dark said, "[Saint] Audrey Joan of Arc is in the library. We can then examine the energy within her and compare it with the energy within the 'Holy Son'."

　Pandora agreed, "Indeed. A single example cannot be used as a statistical standard."

　o

　Dark laughed and said, "Evan Pearson, as the only chosen Holy Son of the Holy Church in the past ten years, may also have his own special qualities."

　Pandora said, "I really don't know why the academy made this exchange program so easy."

　Dark said, "It's just a matter of each person getting what they need."

　The evening's matches began with a duel between Philomena Bach, the vice president of the "Astrology Club" and a fourth-year student from the Fool's House, and Marshall White, also a fourth-year student from the Knights' House, which unfolded under the dazzling starlight.

　The audience, having eaten their fill, had already returned to their seats, listening to the elegant music and eagerly anticipating the start of the fifth match.

　Of course, many viewers were looking forward to the fifth match ending quickly—they were even more eager to watch the sixth match, the duel between the "Silver Dragon Girl" and the "Fairy Princess"!

　Dark accompanied Pandora to the "behind-the-scenes area" near the dueling arena, where they saw the players who would be performing that night.

　Perhaps because of the upsets in the afternoon's duels, the atmosphere among the contestants was very tense—though Dark was more inclined to believe it was due to the "loser's interviews."

　After all, nobody wants to be publicly executed after a defeat! That would be too horrible!

　"It's about to start, which side do you think will win?" Pandora asked. Dark casually replied, "Philomena Bach, I guess. I've experienced firsthand how formidable the 'Astrology Society' is."

　Pandora said, "Fate Steinbeck's 'Star Summoning Spell'? That's not a technique that just anyone can learn."

　Darke laughed, "Then I'll stand with Marshall Wyant."

　Pandora poked his head and said, "You're such a fickle person." Darke grinned and said, "I'll sway with the wind."

　"The first thing I saw when I arrived was you two flirting with the girls. Can't you consider the feelings of us single guys?"

　Eluri Clarissa, who arrived a little too late, couldn't help but shake her head.

　Pandora was somewhat surprised: "I thought you wouldn't be here for another half hour." Clarissa said, "What, are you scared?"

　Pandora said, "You have half an hour to prepare. When the time comes, remember to deliver the blessing you've been thinking about for hours. I'll take it."

　Elurly Clarissa sat down beside her and said, "I wish you a long and happy life together."

Chapter 880 The First Day of the Competition Concludes (4k)

　Since Marshall Whitet was able to join "The Hidden Serpent," he must not be a weakling.

　However, the vice president of the "Astrology Society" was no pushover either.

　Both sides displayed considerable skill during the battle. However, under Philomena Steinbeck's relentless barrage of astrological magic cards, Marshall Wyant ultimately succumbed and suffered a regrettable defeat.

　But he is still only a fourth-year student. Even if it's just his future in the academy, he still has two years to become stronger and even surpass Philomena.

　Based on the abilities he demonstrated in this duel, he is certainly worthy of being called a "rising star".

　Unfortunately, at the same time, there were too many stars shining, and his starlight was only slightly weaker before it was covered by the stars and lost its color.

　Marshall White's "loser interview" was full of regret. But he firmly believed in his potential and was not discouraged.

　Shortly after the fifth match ended, the highly anticipated sixth duel finally began!

　Both sides in this duel are extremely popular and good-looking contestants, so the sensation it caused is naturally far greater than ever before.

　And the "Silver Dragon Girl" and the "Fairy Princess" lived up to expectations, bringing the audience a spectacular duel!

　Not long had passed since the duel between Elurly Clarissa and Dark Dimon. Yet, in that short interval, Elurly had once again made terrifying progress.

　It must be said that strong opponents can indeed help people improve.

　This is precisely why St. Marian Academy places such importance on duels. Only through competition can students be motivated to continuously improve.

　However, while Elori Clarissa was making rapid progress, Pandora Drogon was not standing still either.

　A strong person who is never satisfied with their own strength is always on the path to becoming stronger.

　Pandora Drogon has become even stronger!

　So much so that she is a completely different person this year compared to last year.

　"The Holy Son" Evan Pearson, sitting in the circular area with Edwin Clarissa watching the duel, fell into deep thought afterward.

　Dark Dimon once again felt the enormous gap between himself and his senior.

　His arrogance, which was genuinely growing within him, was finally effectively curbed!

　The human mind is always difficult to regulate itself and often needs external forces to impose shackles.

　Moreover, because of his "great sin," his mind has been in a state of flux.

　The battle is over, the winner leaves the stage, and the loser is interviewed.

　Pandora Drogon breathed a slight sigh of relief after his victory, and immediately raised his hand in response to the overly enthusiastic audience.

　The entire venue seemed to tremble as a result, and the atmosphere was terrifyingly frenzied.

　It's easy to imagine that all the related merchandise in each venue will instantly sell out.

　Of course, merchandise featuring Eluri Clarissa will definitely sell extremely well.

　However, while the audience cheered enthusiastically, they were also secretly looking forward to Eluri Clarissa's loser interview.

　It must be said that, for the audience, the interviews with the losers are much more interesting than those with the winners.

　Of course, Darko Dimon thought the same thing.

　So after he put down his clapping hands, he began to look forward to Eluri Clarissa's loser interview.

　Meanwhile, Pandora Drogon deliberately stayed on the contestant's platform, watching the other side with great interest.

　Eluri could clearly feel the intense gaze emanating from her. Her spirits, which had been low due to her failure despite her best efforts, lifted slightly for other reasons.

　She slightly closed her eyelids, her long eyelashes trembling rapidly, her jaw clenched as she pondered how to turn the tables.

　Duels are not everything for a mage.

　In fact, students who do not aspire to be professional duelists are not as obsessed with winning or losing duels as one might imagine.

　After the initial anger subsides, only a faint sense of resentment remains.

　Professors always teach their students repeatedly that failure is not terrible; only by piling up countless steps called "failure" can the road to "victory" be built.

　Being a mage is a profession that inevitably involves frequent "failures," and any outstanding mage emerges from these countless "failures."

　So don't be afraid of failure.

　Elurly Clarissa quickly composed herself and accepted the "loser's interview" from host Judy on the contestant's stage.

　Judy seemed slightly surprised after landing: "It seems that Clarissa isn't too upset about being eliminated on the first day."

　Eluri glanced at her and said, "No, I'm still very disappointed." "Is that so?" Judy said with a smile, "So what are your thoughts on losing this duel?"

　Eluri said, "Well, to be honest, I lasted quite a while. Don't you think?"

　Judy pretended to be taken aback for a moment, then nodded and said, "Indeed, during the duel, I once thought you had a chance of winning."

　“Ha,” Eluri laughed, “Looks like you always thought I was bound to lose.”

　"You're joking," Judy said with a laugh. "It's perfectly normal for me to have those thoughts."

　"Hmph." Eluri snorted and said, "But I only lost to the champion."

　Judy then said, "Then you should name a runner-up."

　Eluri glanced at her and said, "If you're willing to give me the runner-up prize on behalf of the academy, I'll accept it."

　Judy chuckled and said, "I never realized before that Elori could be so funny. But it seems you have a good attitude. I just hope you don't hide in a corner and cry after you leave the stage."

　Eluri: "No way!"

　Judy continued, "So, as is customary, at the end of this interview, would you like to ask Eluri Clarissa, what would you like to say to the winner of this duel—Pandora Drogon?"

　"When did this become a routine?" Eluri muttered softly, then suddenly smiled and said, "But I do have something to say to Pandora."

　Judy asked curiously, "What is it?"

　Ailuli smiled and said, "Of course, I want to give Pandora my sincerest blessings."

　She then took the microphone and turned to Pandora on the opposite contestant's platform, saying, "I've heard that many beasts fight each other for mating rights. It's a pity, but I truly lost this time. So, Pandora, his mating rights belong to you! I wish you a long and happy marriage and many children!"

　Pandora's fair cheeks flushed crimson instantly! A clamor erupted from the stands, both inside and outside the arena. The entire dueling hall was filled with a buzzing sound, and the audience's discussions had completely exploded.