Chapter 17: First Place
"Everyone worked hard."
When the appointed time came, all students had reached the final destination.
Some by their own feet, others by the guidance of teaching assistants after being eliminated.
The common point was that, except for a very few students who arrived late, everyone had either witnessed or experienced the final battle.
"I will announce the rankings."
Professor Grad, having finished a brief discussion with Rosalia, unfolded a paper.
"First, 31 pairs, 62 students who couldn't make it at all have been excluded from the rankings."
"Ah..."
"Of all places, we had to meet them there..."
Eliminated students swallowed sighs of regret here and there.
"53rd place, Horn and Bellos pair..."
"31st place..."
