Chapter 4: The Youngest Legend of Aetheria
The Grand Hall of Aetheria Academy was suffocatingly quiet. Thousands of eyes were fixed on the magical board where the Monthly Elite Track Results were glowing in gold. This wasn't just any exam; it was the "High-Elite Track," a specialized course where the age gap was four years. Lusi, at her young age, had competed against seniors who had been training their whole lives.
In the middle of the crowd stood Arien and Seraphina—Lusi's older brother and sister. They were prestigious students, always looking down on Lusi as the "weak" sister.
"It's impossible," Seraphina whispered, her face turning pale. "Lusi was supposed to be in the remedial classes. How is her name at the very top?"
Arien gripped his sword hilt, his eyes wide. "She hid it from us. All those years... she was hiding this level of genius."
The Top 5 Announcement
The Headmaster stepped onto the podium, holding the shimmering Grand Scholar's Award.
"This month's rankings have broken every record in our history," the Headmaster announced. "For the first time, our Top 5 come from four different sections, but the crown belongs to an underdog."
The Ranks:
Lusi Mariano (Section C): 500/500 (Absolute Topper).
Luca barcoz : (Section A): 492/500 (The Crown Prince).
Adam :(Section B): 485/500
John (Section D): 480/500.
Stiffen (Section E): 478/500
The Queen of Section C
As Lusi walked back to her section, the "misfits" of Section C did something unexpected. Lusi had just put their section at the top of the world.
Sibling "Drama" and Hidden Love
Just as Lusi was leaving the hall, Arien and Seraphina blocked her way. Their faces were stern, looking like they were about to scold her.
"Lusi Mariano!" Arien shouted, crossing his arms. "How dare you enter the Elite Track without telling us? Do you have any idea how dangerous it is for someone your age?"
Lusi heard their Inner Thoughts, and a small smirk touched her lips.
Arien: Oh my god, my little sister is a genius! I want to brag about her to everyone, but I have to act like a strict brother.
Seraphina: She's so cool! Look at her medal! I need to buy her all the best dresses to celebrate, but she can't know I'm this excited.
Lusi sighed, playing along. "I don't need your permission to be the best, Brother. And Section C is my throne now."
As she walked away, Arien whispered to Seraphina, "Did you see that? She looked so cool! Make sure the chefs prepare her favorite dessert tonight, but tell them it's 'leftovers' so she doesn't get suspicious." Seraphina nodded quickly, already planning a shopping trip for her "genius" sister.