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CHAPTER 36
~Jade's POV~
A girl from the student council, the treasurer, Dominica—sharp-eyed, composed—stepped out, folding her arms. "She fights dirty. That's not leadership."
Silvie's smile widened. "Say that again."
Silence snapped tight as a wire. Only one name remained unchallenged. Silver. No one stepped forward.
He noticed, too, and I did not understand his expression. Was he angry that no one challenged him? Or was he happy?
The lecturers exchanged glances before Professor Aqua decided to speak first. "Challenges are permitted," she said coolly. "But only under controlled conditions."
Xander crossed his arms. "Agreed."
"A single trial decides it," Professor Halden added.
Xade's eyes gleamed as he stepped forward, tucking his hands in his pockets. "A trial of a race."
My stomach dropped.
"Obstacle course," he clarified. "We shall test using speed, precision, and Adaptability."
Xavier's gaze met mine briefly. He turned to face Professor Aqua. "Fair."
