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Chapter 5 - Chapter Five: Affinities

The air was still charged from the last test when another name was called.

‎A slender figure stepped forward—petite yet graceful. Her black hair was tied in a traditional Chinese knot, eyes almond-shaped and alert, and her gait bore the softness of silk and the quiet dignity of nobility.

‎She was Xia Mulan, a daughter of the ancient Xia Dynasty and though only eighteen, there was something timeless in her aura.

‎She reached the orb without a sound.

‎The moment her hand touched it, a strange chill swept the room. Black mist curled from the base of the orb. Shadows danced along the floor. Then came the low hum of vibrating sound, accompanied by a rush of cool air swirling around her robes.

‎A triple resonance.

‎Dark Violet, Whispering Gray, and Sky White.

‎Xia Mulan

‎[Planet: Earth]

‎[Magical Aptitude: S]

‎[Magical Affinity: Darkness, Sound, Wind]

‎[Physique Power: 40]

‎[Magic Power: 65]

‎Magus Santra blinked in surprise, her lips parting with rare intrigue.

‎"She is affiliated with Darkness… it seems Earth will not stop surprising us."

‎Xia Mulan gave a small, polite bow, and walked gracefully to stand near Thor. One by one, a group was forming.

‎Next came two more initiates.

‎The first, from the planet Astra, was a lanky boy with a tired look. He stepped forward and nervously touched the orb. Twin colors appeared—Azure Blue and Pale Green.

‎Rynas Velto

‎[Planet: Astra]

‎[Magical Aptitude: B]

‎[Magical Affinity: Water, Plant]

‎[Physique Power: 34]

‎[Magic Power: 39]

‎Then came a girl from Galax, wearing shimmering robes with stardust embroidery. Her result was underwhelming—Sun Yellow and Copper Gray.

‎Tialla Crell

‎[Planet: Galax]

‎[Magical Aptitude: B]

‎[Magical Affinity: Lightning, Metal]

‎[Physique Power: 36]

‎[Magic Power: 42]

‎The hall remained largely quiet—none matched the growing power circle of Earthborns.

‎Then, she arrived.

‎With the grace of a Nile goddess, a tall, stunning girl in golden royal robes stepped forward. Her eyes gleamed with intelligence and poise. Every step was measured, noble, proud.

‎She was Cleopatra Amun, princess of Egypt.

‎She touched the orb.

‎‎At once, the room was filled with a cool rush of wind, soothing waves of watery light, and a gentle hum. Sky White, Aqua Blue, and Whispering Gray flowed together around her.

‎Cleopatra Amun

‎[Planet: Earth]

‎[Magical Aptitude: S]

‎[Magical Affinity: Water, Wind, Sound]

‎[Physique Power: 42]

‎[Magic Power: 64]

‎There was no need for words—her aura spoke volumes. She walked confidently to join her fellow Earthborns.

‎Then came another shock.

‎A radiant girl in white and emerald, with flowing golden-blonde hair and crystal blue eyes, walked toward the orb. Gasps rippled across the hall.

‎She was Elizabeth Pendragon, a Briton princess whose beauty could still storms.

‎Even Xander found himself stunned. She's… unreal.

‎The moment her hand touched the orb, an overwhelming radiance exploded—Green, Blue, and White, twining like a dance of purity and grace. Then their eyes met. Locked. For seconds that felt like eternity.

‎She smiled.

‎Elizabeth Pendragon

‎[Planet: Earth]

‎[Magical Aptitude: SS]

‎[Magical Affinity: Plant, Water, Wind]

‎[Physique Power: 44]

‎[Magic Power: 77]

‎Gasps rang out again.

‎Magus Santra nodded, impressed. "An SS-rank… what a talented beauty."

‎Whispers broke into murmurs.

‎"How can someone from a lower realm look like that?" muttered one noble.

‎Then Godas Khaedros, bold as ever, called out, "If she were my lover, I'd make her a Khaedros."

‎Laughter followed from his corner.

‎But Elizabeth tilted her head, amusement flickering in her eyes.

‎"I'd rather marry a goat than an arrogant fool," she replied.

‎The entire room exploded into laughter.

‎Godas's eyes darkened. Behind him, his fellow Khaedros nobles growled in unison. "You Earthborns need to be taught how to behave," one of them snarled.

‎It was finally the turn of the infamous noble himself—Godas Khaedros.

‎He strode to the orb with unmatched confidence, cape trailing, chin high.

‎The moment he touched it, the orb flared in brilliant colors—Molten Red, Forged Gray, and Earth Brown. Heat, strength, and raw power emanated from the surface.

‎Godas Khaedros

‎[Planet: Khaedros]

‎[Magical Aptitude: S]

‎[Magical Affinity: Fire, Metal, Earth]

‎[Physique Power: 73]

‎[Magic Power: 75]

‎Godas showed no surprise. He expected greatness.

‎"Just like the orb back home," he muttered arrogantly, strolling back to his seat.

‎Names continued, but none sparked any great stir.

‎Then—finally—his name was called.

‎Xander.

‎He stood, stiff at first, then drew in a breath and straightened his shoulders.

‎The hall hushed as he walked toward the orb.

‎He raised his hand and touched it.

‎At once, the orb lit up in a way no one had seen before. A deep vibration coursed through the chamber. Magic pulsed from its core—ancient, wild, and unknown.

‎It was unlike anything that had come before.

‎Students gasped. A few stepped back.

‎Magus Santra narrowed her eyes.

‎Something was happening.

‎The room held its breath.

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