When I Reincarnated as the Villain of a Game World, I Created a Harem and Broke the Protagonist's Heart and Efforts! - Chapter 46 : Proficiency Test

Chapter 46 : Proficiency Test

A short distance from the gate, where the stone-paved path continued, the crowd split into two.

Presumably, it was here that the nobles and commoners diverged.

At the Magic Academy, the first year classes are completely divided between nobles and commoners.

This is influenced by their previous educational environments.

Nobles, who have had financial comfort since childhood, hire private tutors or receive education at elementary and middle schools scattered throughout the land. In contrast, commoners, lacking financial resources, do not receive such education, creating a gap between nobles and commoners upon enrollment.

To bridge this gap, the first year separates classes for nobles and commoners. Nobles follow a curriculum focused on review and application, while commoners have a curriculum centered on fundamentals.

Therefore, even in this proficiency test, the venues are separated between nobles and commoners.

As I approached the point where the crowd split into two, I stopped for a moment and faced two individuals, releasing their arms.

“From here on, I will go with Leviana. If any problems arise then contact Leviana immediately.”

“It’s alright.”

“Yes, Wraith-sama worries too much. We’ve become strong too.”

Saying that, the two smiled reassuringly.

“I see… Let’s go, Serena.”

“Hehe, yes.”

I replied briefly to the two and beckoned Serena as we headed towards the venue for the nobles.

“Good luck, Master.”

Lilia’s voice reached my ears from behind.

I didn’t turn back, answering while facing forward.

“Of course.”

Parting ways with Lilia and Lulua, after walking for a while, an open area resembling a training ground came into view.

In front of that training ground, several tent-like structures were lined up, with people forming queues there.

“What are they doing there?”

Due to the crowd around, Serena, speaking with polite language as a maid, inquired.

“They are registering examinees and measuring magical power.”

“Please tell me more.”

“…I said to remember the minimum information, didn’t I?”

“I apologize.”

“…Haa. I won’t say it again.”

The Magic Academy’s proficiency test takes place over three days, and examinees can take it anytime during that period. The test consists of three parts: magical power measurement, written test, and practical skills.

Magical power measurement precisely measures the examinee’s magical power. This is done using a crystal-type magical tool, and the examinee’s information is registered at that time, hence the queues.

The written test content differs for nobles and commoners. Nobles answer several multiple-choice questions related to the subjects they studied, while commoners confirm general knowledge about magic.

The practical skills involve mock battles and demonstrations of magic. Examinees choose between the two. Mock battles are one-on-one with another examinee, and the examiner evaluates the outcome and movements during the battle.

Magic demonstrations involve casting spells towards distant targets, and evaluations are based on activation time, power, speed, etc.

The total of these three evaluations determines the class the student will be placed in after enrollment.

While waiting in line, I explained the proficiency test to Serena.

“Thank you. I understand the basics now.”

“Be more careful next time.”

“Yes.”

There was a pause before her reply. She’ll probably do the same thing again, so I need to figure something out sooner. Well, I can teach her properly on the bed if needed.

“Next person, please come here.”

As we were talking, it was our turn, so we moved forward.

A woman dressed like a faculty member stood in front of me.

“Your name, please.”

“Wraith Heaville.”

“Wraith Heaville, I see… Now, please shade your hand over this magical tool here.”

Saying that, the woman pointed to the magical tool on the table between us.

Following her instructions, I placed my hand over the magical tool.

The magical tool emitted a momentary light, followed by a sound resembling breaking glass, and it shattered into pieces.

“Eh?”

As the magical tool shattered into pieces, the woman froze in her tracks. Simultaneously, the sound of the broken tool drew the attention of people around.

“It seems you’ve become the center of attention, Master.”

Ignoring Serena’s mocking tone, I spoke to the woman, who remained motionless, and to the others who had gathered due to the sound of the broken tool.

“So, what’s the procedure in a case like this? Should I break the magical tool again?”

“N-no. In cases like this, it’s decided to give a perfect evaluation, so there’s no need to do it again.”

“Alright then. Can we move on to the next venue?”

“Y-yes.”

After confirming briefly, we headed towards the venue for the written test.

After completing the written test, I, who chose a mock battle for the practical exam, walked with Serena towards the training ground mentioned earlier.

“How was the written test, Master?”

“No issues. It’s difficult to make mistakes at that level.”

“As expected.”

As we walked, engaging in a somewhat mundane conversation with Serena trailing behind, the noise of the training ground reached our ears. We proceeded and entered the training ground.

While waiting, I observed the scenes of other matches, but it was nothing significant.

All of them seemed to be typical aristocratic kids.

There were a few who were slightly better, but they couldn’t match my skills.

It was more boring than I thought.

“Next, Wraith Heaville.”

As my turn came, I had Serena wait on the spot and stepped into the designated area.

On the opposite side stood a man with a confident smile.

He seemed to want to convey that he was stronger.

The man with that expression called out to me.

“Hey, you. If you surrender now, it’ll be better for you. You can’t beat me.”

“Referee, start the match.”

“Don’t ignore me!”

Ignoring the man, I told the referee to start.

The referee checked the man’s condition, then confirmed my readiness and swung down, signaling the start by cutting the air in front of me.

“Mock battle, begin!”

“Haaa!”

With the start signal, the man thrust the wooden sword he held towards me.

In response, without moving from the spot, I extended only my right hand forward and chanted.

[Rising Flame Blaze]

Instantly, flames like pillars rose from the ground beneath the man charging towards me. After a while, as the flames gradually became thinner, when they completely disappeared, the man emerged from within, all his clothes burnt, and he collapsed with severe burns all over his body.

“Don’t prattle like a small fry.”

Without checking the man’s condition until the end, I tried to leave the scene.

But just as I was about to leave, I caught a call from someone and turned my ears to it.

“Next, Cain Roglin.”

Turning my gaze towards the call, I saw a man with red hair expressing a strong will and a face filled with justice.

A villainous smile appeared on my face when I realized who this person was.

“Finally, you appeared… Protagonist.”

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