Abandoned in the mountains, I was adopted by a lizard ~I mastered magic and surpassed my parents, but I didn't know they were legendary ancient dragons~ - Chapter 69

Chapter 69   Aim to pass the National Healer’s License Exam in a short time!

“Everyone, I have some great news! This morning, I got approval from the Saint, and we will be able to hold the National Healer License Exam as an emergency measure!”

In the afternoon, in our usual lecture room, I stood at the podium and immediately reported the morning’s progress to everyone.

“The exact date is still to be decided, but the exam could be held as early as a week from now. So, everyone, let’s aim to acquire the skills needed to pass by then!”

To encourage them, I added with a light fist pump.

However, contrary to my intentions, almost all the members turned pale.

“Huh… what’s wrong, everyone…?”

Could it be that some new mission came in this morning, and they won’t be able to focus on studying for the exam for a while? If that’s the case, we can just ask Mordena-san to reschedule, so there’s no need to look so worried.

“No, it’s just that… a week!? To prepare for the tough exam that healer trainees spend years studying for!? I’m sorry, but I don’t think it’s possible…”

It turned out that they were just worried about the short preparation time. Well, if that’s the case, there’s no need to worry.

“Please don’t worry. You all just learned a spell that usually takes years to master in a week, didn’t you? Studying is the same! I’ve prepared various supports for you this time as well, so this schedule is absolutely doable!”

As I spoke, to add credibility, I took out three magical tools that I had prepared over the past week and placed them on the desk.

“For instance… take a look at this. This is the ‘Healing Field,’ a magical tool that continuously activates healing magic effects within a certain range. If we keep the enhanced effects of Perfect Heal on everyone’s prefrontal cortex and hippocampus, your learning and memory abilities will increase dramatically.”

“Oh…”

“Next, this is a 3D projection device for video learning. You can freely adjust the playback speed, allowing you to binge-watch lessons at your increased learning capacity and cram a huge amount of information in a short period!”

“Whoa…”

“And finally, this is an artificial fairy for individual guidance. It’s used when going through past exams, providing minimal hints at the right timing when you get stuck, enabling you to practice most efficiently. With each round, you’ll rely on it less and less, and you’ll feel your growth!”

“Wow…!”

By the time I finished introducing the three magical tools, the members who had been pale earlier were now filled with hope.

“With such thorough preparations, I feel like we can do it! No, we will definitely succeed and meet your expectations!”

“I feel the same way!”

One after another, the members declared their renewed determination enthusiastically.

“Thank you! Let’s get started right away without wasting a single second.”

“Yes, please!”

And so, the second phase of the intensive short-term lecture began.

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A week later.

I arrived at the exam venue prepared by the Healers’ Association, accompanied by the members who had finished their studies.

On the fourth day of studying, I checked everyone’s progress and saw that they were all on track to meet the passing criteria within the remaining three days. So, I informed Mordena-san and set today as the exam date.

Although everyone should have more than enough skill to pass, the members waited for the venue to open with a mix of anxiety and nervousness on their faces.

“Everyone, remember the ‘charm’ I taught you yesterday?”

To ease their tension, I addressed them all.

“If you get stuck, cast a focused Perfect Heal on your hippocampus. If you do that, you’ll definitely remember the answer. But knowing you all, I think you’ll finish the exam without needing it.”

This “charm” was something I used when I took the exam myself. It worked even with last-minute cramming, so with a week’s worth of study, I can confidently say it will work 100%.

“Of course, we remember! We will definitely pass!”

“Me too!”

“In honor of Hadar-sensei!”

Alright, what’s with that chant? Seems like you guys are more relaxed than you look.

Well, it’s better this way.

“Good luck!”

With that, I watched them enter the venue.

Now, all that’s left is to hear the good news.

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Four more days passed.

Finally, the day of the exam results announcement arrived.

We were all gathered in front of the post box on the premises. Everyone was too anxious about the results to focus on training, so Captain Ronny suggested that we all wait together at the place where the results would arrive first.

Normally, the results of the national healer’s license exam would be posted on bulletin boards at various venues across the country. However, since this was a special session with a limited number of examinees, the results would be sent directly by mail (including the license if they passed).

“Please… let us pass…” “If we fail, we won’t be able to face Hadar-sensei and the saint…”

Everyone was fervently praying for good results. And then, the long-awaited mail carrier appeared.

“Whoa, that’s a huge crowd…!”

The mail carrier, surprised by the unusual sight of people gathered at the delivery spot, muttered in amazement.

“Excuse me.”

The members were so eager that they couldn’t wait for the carrier to retrieve the contents from the magic bag. Understanding their impatience, I used a spatial-interference telekinesis spell to retrieve only the parcels from the Healers’ Association and distributed them to everyone.

“Wait, the contents of my magic bag…” “Sorry for the intrusion. I won’t touch the other parcels, so please continue with your work.” “Wait, does that mean you… How did you…”

Leaving the bewildered carrier aside for now, I turned my attention to the members checking their results.

“I’m so nervous…” “Yeah, me too…”

The members were opening their envelopes with trembling hands.

A few seconds later…

“I got my license!”

“Me too! We did it!”

“Hadar-sensei, we did it!”

The members started shouting with joy one after another.

The result was—everyone passed.

“Congratulations to all of you. Now you have an effective use for your increased magic power!”

“Yes, we’ll achieve even more in our rescue missions from now on!”

“We will never forget this kindness for the rest of our lives!”

“Thank you so much!”

The members, moved to tears, expressed their gratitude.

For now, the initial task is successfully completed. Whether I’ll continue teaching the “Zelgius Rangers” something new or take on the role of instructing a more secret elite unit remains to be seen. In any case, I need to report these results to Personnel Director Amido.