Chapter 5: The President’s Trap
By the time lunch ended, Jay Arkwell was once again infamous.
He had "sneezed" a prodigy into unconsciousness. Earned a combat title. Gained stats without trying.
And now, the Student Council President herself—Alicia Renvale—was watching him like a lion eyeing a very suspicious sloth.
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Vija Magical Academy – President’s Office
"Are you absolutely sure?" Alicia asked, fingers steepled over her desk.
"Yes, ma’am!" said her vice president, Ayra. "He blocked Rento’s full-speed Thunder Rush with a... casual hand flick. Not even a magic circle was seen!"
Alicia’s eyes narrowed. "Then he’s either hiding his true rank—or something more dangerous."
Ayra hesitated. "Should we detain him for questioning?"
"No. If he’s as strong as I suspect, force will only push him away." She stood. "It’s time we test Jay Arkwell... properly."
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Later That Day – Special Classroom B-13