The bell rang once more, signaling the end of the test.
The teacher's voice, now tinged with a note of genuine approval, cut through the silence. "First group, return! Your time is..."
The screen flashed:
First Group Record: 8 minutes 55 seconds
A murmur went through the class.
"A record of 8 minutes 55 seconds from 10 minutes is good for a rookie cadet group," the teacher announced. "Elric Vales' ability to hold his own against the Ogre's attacks all while drawing the attention to him with his physic abilities was exceptional. A textbook demonstration of a Tanker holding the line. Class, take note: aggression and control must be balanced with defense."
Kael couldn't help but smile, a genuine sense of admiration for the performance. They were cohesive, they were efficient, and they demonstrated excellent control of the battlefield.
