After Yuria’s test ended, I left the pair of siblings behind and arrived at the middle-rank knight school’s exam site in time to see a large knight rushing towards Lisbon.

At a glance, the exam-style was just like the Crow Tribe’s sparring style, where they made it difficult by pushing your limits till the end. Of course, when I was in my hometown with my brothers as opponents, their attacks were not something that could be dodged or survived if hit. However, from Lisbon’s perspective, his opponent's attack may feel similar.

The spectators cheered and yelled at the rapid exchange of attacks. The close and intense battle ended much quicker than the spectators wanted. The difference between Lisbon’s and his opponent’s abilities was too clear.

I don't know why, but even at a glance, the knight in black fighting Lisbon was twice as strong as the other examinee’s opponents. It seemed that I should applaud the pushover for putting up a good defense. I wasn’t sure though because I wasn't interested; however, if Lisbon had fought anyone else, he probably wouldn’t have lost so easily, if he were to lose.

After the exam,...