Once the announcement was made, the students from the three major academies immediately got busy.
Over at Hurst Academy, Master Lianna held Avril's hand, her expression serious as she warned, "Avril, I know you're very strong now, but you absolutely cannot overreach. The yellow zone is your limit. Do not, under any circumstances, set foot in the red zone. Understand?"
"Hold on, Master Lianna." The Holy Knight master, Casper, suddenly spoke up, interrupting her. "Before you rush to make plans, maybe... uh... we should hear what Lynch has planned first."
"What?" Lianna was taken aback.
Master Gwen of the Elemental System also nodded, his tone gentle. "Three years ago, during our academy's final exams, Lynch's strategy was flawless, and his performance was absolutely astonishing. Now that he's spent so much time on the border, his practical combat experience is extensive. We really should hear his thoughts."
