章 82: Entrance Exam (2)

Levi glanced at his citizenship watch as the instructions from the staff member flashed across the screen.

Section 469 – Combat Trial Grounds.

Proceed immediately – Late arrivals will be disqualified.

Taking a deep breath, he began making his way through the crowded courtyard and corridors. The academy buzzed with energy, and as he passed groups of students, bits of conversation floated his way.

"Do you think they'll have us fight each other in the first round?"

"I heard last year they brought in live monsters."

"My cousin failed last year—couldn't even make it through the combat section."

Levi moved through the crowd, his ears catching the anxious chatter of the hopeful examinees around him.

"The entrance exam changes every year, so no one really knows what's coming."

"Yeah, just hope we pass."