Chapter 24: Finally
Theron walked back to the group of academics and took his spot. Little Sadie looked like she was about to jump out of her shoes, her pigtails bouncing. Luckily, she was aware enough of the situation they were in to not make much of a sound.
No one but the Gold Mancers and upper years seemed to quite understand what happened. Theron's usage of [Touch of Mirage] had clearly touched the Adept Boundary already.
To cast a Water Mancy movement technique in such a heated atmosphere, without much room or time to work with... well, it spoke for itself.
Was it just a trick? You could argue that. In fact, it would be hard to refute.
But when it came to battles, there was no such thing as fairness.
Wasian stood in embarrassment, still not quite believing that he had lost just like that. He didn't even get the chance to display his abilities.
The sound of a slow clapping echoed. Everyone looked over to find Teacher Burne Thistle happily bringing his hands together, balancing his cane against his body.
"A wonderful display—truly. You've done us proud, Theron. Three credits well earned. I think this might be some sort of record. A First Year, not even halfway through the year, with 18 credits already."
Several eyes landed on Theron.