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

　Rose's successful completion of the trials at the Fool's House is also a testament to her abilities.

　Dak asked her carefully and listened to her explanation.

　She has encountered a "witch hunt"! The history of this world has undergone many iterations.

　Documented instances of "witch hunts" occur more than once. Spanning several eras, the causes and outcomes of these "witch hunts" vary.

　Rose's experience of the "witch hunt" was a ruthless extermination of a sect that believed in witches by a certain church.

　The role she played was neither a witch nor a church member, but a fortune teller.

　That being said, she was clearly closer to the Witch Cult, and the trial mission she triggered was to help the witch escape her pursuit.

　The character she played was historically considered a member of the witch cult and was executed along with the witch.

　But after she took on the role, the fortune teller, who was originally powerless, picked up a knife.

　She guided the witch to escape her pursuit through divination.

　When discovered and captured by the church, he cleverly escaped using magic cards.

　Afterwards, she continued to use divination to guide the witch to escape capture and to deal with the church.

　The entire trial was not complicated.

　She learned a great deal and underwent tremendous training during that time. But it wasn't just a test of her abilities; it was also a test of her character. Because in that context, she inevitably encountered many cruel things.

　She has always been a person with a very strong sense of empathy. She couldn't treat it as a simple task to complete.

　Even if she successfully completed the mission in the end, she would feel depressed whenever she thought that it was something that had happened in history.

　She had never felt this way when studying history before. But that trial world, being there in person, forced her to confront it. And it was through this ordeal that her mind and will grew. "Now that I have the 'Fool's' talisman, I should be able to craft a tarot deck."

　"Dark suddenly asked."

　This finally brought Rose's attention back to reality.

　She couldn't help but start thinking about it too.

Chapter 1281 Darkdemon, the Life Mentor (4k)

　With Gina Grant's example as a precedent, this year's students naturally all know the power of the "Tarot" deck.

　Furthermore, compared to other players, Rose does indeed lack some special skills and a well-defined team composition.

　Her most proficient "defensive counter-attack" strategy is, in most people's eyes, just one of many tactics.

　Therefore, in the end, this is just a "tactic," not a system. Among the third-year students in this year's class, she was actually the kind of average good student who was good at everything but didn't excel at anything.

　Compared to students who excel in all aspects and possess top-tier abilities, they naturally lose their luster.

　Now that such a "broad road" is laid out before her, she has no reason not to take it.

　Coincidentally, her divination talent is exceptional, which is a good fit for the "Tarot" card deck.

　Although I am not yet an expert in Tarot cards, it won't be too difficult to learn if I'm willing to.

　It is the second month of the third grade, a time to clarify one's direction, connect the path one is on, and accumulate knowledge and experience for future breakthroughs.

　“It’s not too late to start studying 'Tarot' decks now,” Dark suggested, seeing that she was seriously considering it.

　Rose hesitated for a moment, then whispered, "I'll think about it."

　She is actually someone who enjoys indulging in her "comfort zone" and will not actively seek change when she is in a sufficiently comfortable environment.

　But she has also given the future a good thought, and even if she was pushed by others, she will eventually move forward.

　Darke laughed and said, "Once you've made up your mind, I can introduce you to Senior Gina Grant."

　Professor Hoddle Bode has also acquired the "Fool" destiny, but expecting him to delve into "Tarot" decks now is clearly unrealistic.

　The only Tarot deck researcher found within St. Marian Academy is, as expected, Senior Gina Grant.

　If Rose can learn even a little from Gina Grant, she will have a foundation to build her own research.

　Thinking about it this way, Rose might be able to define her own system faster than Diana.

　With such a gain, the hidden trial was worthwhile.

　As a result, in the end, only Witt God was left who had not yet triggered the hidden trial.

　As the protagonist of the original work and the future "hero," his appearance at the end is in line with the narrative.

　Dark offered a word of encouragement, and Witte perked up, getting up to fetch "Scotty's quill".

　"Have you learned how to make [Destiny Symbols] yet?" Professor Sylph asked.

　Vitte nodded and said, "Thanks to Dark's teaching, I've already learned it." "That's good." Professor Sylph nodded slightly and handed him "Scotty's Quill Pen".

　Witt took a deep breath and, following what he had learned before, successfully activated "Scotty's Quill".

　Immediately afterwards, "Scotty's quill" floated up, and after spinning for less than a full circle, it came to a stop with a "snap".

　It determined its direction so quickly that even Witt himself was stunned. A moment of panic even flashed across his face, probably because he thought he had broken the artifact.

　Seeing that the professors did not react, he finally realized that "Scotty's quill pen" had locked onto the direction and was guiding him.

　He quickly followed the guidance of "Scody's Quill" to find the trigger location of the hidden trial.

　"gone."

　After Dak gave him a hint, Robert picked up Witt's bag and followed the group.

　Not long after, they stopped in a corner of the castle. Witt reached out and touched the window by the corridor, and a dark vortex appeared. "Is this the hidden trial?"

　With these thoughts in mind, he turned back and spoke to the professors before resolutely entering the trial world.

　Once his figure disappeared, Professor Cazell immediately stepped forward.

　When Witte used "Skult's Quill", the fluctuations between "Skult's Quill" and "the entrance to the hidden trial" suddenly became apparent.

　Professor Cazell immediately realized this was a hard-won moment. Whatever the reason, this was crucial when examining the relevant data.

　If this leads to the discovery of additional methods to guide the "Hidden Trials," Vitter's contribution will be invaluable.

　At the same time, Professor Mitia also had some clearer insights and immediately began further research.

　When Dak saw these, he couldn't help but laugh.

　Witt's identity as a future hero seems to have played an unexpected role.

　In this light, if Witt fails a few times in his "hidden trial," he might be able to develop a substitute for "Scotty's Quill Pen" in just half a month, not even half a year.

　The professors continued their research.

　The students then found the nearest classroom to continue their studies.

　After sitting down, Dark intended to continue his research on the golem "Guardian of the Golden City," but Robert suddenly came over.

　"What?" he asked patiently.

　Robert's gaze swept around for a moment, then he gritted his teeth and brazenly asked, "Nothing, I just wanted to ask if there are any tips for passing the trial."

　Dark couldn't help but laugh: "What tricks could there be? The hidden trials vary from person to person. If you can pass, you pass; if you can't, just treat it as training. There's no need to be too concerned about whether you pass or not."

　“But…” Robert lowered his voice, which was unusual for him, “you see, they all passed, and I’m the only one who didn’t…”

　Dark shook his head and said, "Why compare?"

　Robert said, "I can't be the only one who fails." Darke said, "I'm asking you, why compare yourself to them? They're all top students, incredibly capable, you know that. But you didn't care then, so why are you suddenly concerned now?"

　Robert was stunned for a moment before saying, "I feel that Witt can pass, and I can't fall too far behind him."

　Dark asked, "Is that all?"

　Robert said, "That's a very important reason."

　Dark shook his head slightly and said, "Didn't you say you didn't want to be a hero?" Robert quickly corrected him, "It's not that I don't want to, it's that I can't!" Dark said, "There's no such thing as 'can' or 'can't,' only 'want' or 'don't want to.' Think carefully about why you want to pass this hidden trial. That's the key to passing it."

　After saying that, he stopped talking to Robert and turned his attention back to his research.

　Robert, on the other hand, had to start thinking hard.

　However, those involved are often confused while bystanders see things clearly; it's not easy to figure this out on your own.

　He was just unwilling to accept it.

　Seeing all the other students who came with him pass the trials one by one, even Rose, who also had difficulty obtaining guidance, had just completed the hidden trials of the Fool's House, how could he possibly be truly content?

　Although he often slacks off, Robert is competitive, and his competitiveness is very strong, though the duration varies.

　Simply put, it's a three-minute fad.

　As for "not wanting to fall too far behind Vittoria," that's just one of his usual excuses.

　Moreover, when he says this, he often can't hold onto his ideas for very long.

　Otherwise, when Witte studied diligently, he wouldn't have fallen so far and his grades would still be unsatisfactory.

　If you can understand this, whether you can pass the hidden trial becomes secondary.

　But most likely, he will put the matter out of his mind after thinking about it for a while.

　After that, you can eat and play as you please... You might be urged by Witt to learn how to make "Destiny Symbols". But if you can't learn it, so be it, after all, Witt also has his own things to learn.

　Robert's life is probably pretty much over. He'll be a mediocre jack of all trades.

　In the original game, he would most likely play a similar role. After all, the protagonist of a visual novel doesn't need a male best friend who can do everything.

　Let him do his job occasionally when you need him, and that's about it.

　However, that kind of role positioning is no longer viable now that things have changed in the future.

　As Witt and Emma continue to improve and widen the gap between them to the point that his so-called "key performances" become insignificant, he will be forgotten.

　This is the fate of a useless character.

　Therefore, he must understand the whole principle himself and then start to "make progress" with his own will in order to pass the hidden "trials of life".

　It was nearly an hour later when Wittgold finished his trial and walked out of the trial entrance.

　It was already very late, and Robert was yawning repeatedly as he lay on the table.

　Professor Cazell has collected the necessary data for the time being, while Professor Mitia has fallen into deep thought for some unknown reason.

　When Victor came out, he only saw Professor Sylph waiting there, and instinctively asked, "Professor, where are they?"

　“A talisman,” Professor Sylph reminded him. Witgold immediately began crafting a talisman.

　He triggered the Knights Academy's hidden trial and obtained the "Hero" destiny.

　After sealing the "hero" destiny into the "destiny talisman," he finally breathed a sigh of relief and followed Professor Sylph into the classroom.

　Although he put in tremendous effort and struggled to complete the mission in the trial world, his classmates didn't seem surprised at all that he had succeeded.

　He blinked, expecting Robert's congratulations. But when he looked over, Robert was asleep, slumped over the table behind him.

　"Hey, I've completed the trial mission!" He wanted to say it out loud, to emphasize it.

　But in the end, he still couldn't say it.

　Professor Sylph clapped her hands, drawing attention, and said, "The final task is complete. Tonight went smoothly; everyone except Robert successfully passed the hidden trial. But I hope that when you return, you can comprehend the true meaning of 'Destiny,' rather than simply using it as a tool. That's all for today."

　After Professor Sylph finished speaking, she led everyone back to the second floor of the castle and then left with the other three professors.

　In the empty floor, patrolled only by golems, only a group of students remained. Dark noticed that Witt was eager to express himself, so he asked him, and Witt finally had an opportunity to recount his trial experience.

　Everyone remained where they were, listening to his detailed explanation. Witt had triggered a hidden trial at the Knights' Academy.

　In this hidden trial, he happened to play the role of a knight.

　Moreover, unlike the other trial participants, he was shackled with a shackle called "aging" during this trial mission.

　This was completely different from the experiences he had heard from the other trial participants. His power was bound by his "identity," and his abilities in all aspects had declined.

　Moreover, he soon discovered that he could not use any of the magic cards except for "Weapons" and "Arms".

　just like.

　The "Hidden Trials" have finally gathered enough feedback to optimize the trial missions.

　He happened to arrive on the very first day the bug was fixed. This immediately made him panic.

　However, the ensuing "plot" developments kept him busy, leaving him no time to think about anything else.

　He was forced to adapt to the changes and travel through this trial world as the "plot" progressed.