Sunlight streamed obliquely through the gaps of the Divine Wood, illuminating the Magic Academy.
Teaching Affairs Bureau meeting room.
A total of nine candidates sat in a semi-circle. All of them were clad in the signature blue robes of Magic apprentices.
Yes, nine candidates. Alvis had also registered to compete, his eyes subtly yet intently fixated on Angel.
Barnes stood with her arms crossed in the center, behind her, two rows of Teaching Affairs Bureau staff.
Turning her face slightly, Barnes glanced at Angel, then swept her gaze around the room, and said softly, "Let me speak plainly. We cannot allow the Magic Academy to remain in such disorder. This matter is fundamentally about solving the current chaos and restoring the Academy's original order. Anything unrelated can be left unsaid. Now, let's go in order and hear each of your ideas. Having your plan adopted is the first step to becoming the New Vascular Council President."
