"Now, let's start with an overview of this joint exercise."

A quick start to the guidance. We used to listen to the teachers in silence, but for some reason it seemed like there was a lot of focus on me.

It was also Abby who explained this guidance.Do you think she was the one who drafted all these three schools' joint exercises?I'm not surprised to do something innovative, but it happened last year.

Former Professor Gray was leaping behind me last year.Very few students, including me, know about it.Is there such a case? There are quite a number of teachers this time.Besides, if you look closely, it seems that there are also people who are not faculty members.

Probably a soldier. You called him by Abby's hand.

"This exercise is basically the same survival format as in the first grade.But it's not just the same thing.In this exercise, we will basically have students from other colleges work together because it is a joint exercise of three schools. "

There have been no major changes in the content of the exercise since last year when I heard the explanation.However, a four-person party seems basically the same as another college student.

Sometimes I get excited about new encounters, but I still have something to worry about...

"For three days, you'll be heading past the jungle to your destination.Of course, we already have what we need.However, unlike last year's exercise in the woods, this time in the jungle.There is little human control and it is covered with dense trees and grass.There are many different types of monsters.I want you to be careful there.In case of an accident, let me know by magic and I'll be there right away. "

This exercise is not about the forest, it's about the jungle.The difference seems unlikely, but the forest is basically managed by humans.The Kafka Forest and the Dogma Forest are also under the control of hunters.

However, the jungle is not.This exercise is going to be pretty harsh.In addition, we need to work on it at a different party.The jungle used in this exercise is certainly not that harsh, but as we move forward with new people... the story will change again.

Relationships are quite important.The character of the opponent and his skill in magic.Even though you can stand around knowing that, this time you need to build relationships from scratch.

Besides, the party members have already decided.Probably decided after a lot of discussion among faculty, but based on that, this exercise is not a straightforward exercise.

"Now, let's announce the party members.Come forward from what you've been called. "

And the names of students who are called one after the other.Amelia, Evie, Albert, Clarisse.It seems that each of the usual members has become a different party.It seems Elisa's name hasn't been called yet.

And finally, my name was called.

"... Ray-White"

"Yes"

Speaking softly, I get up and move forward.

Afterwards, the name of the same party member as I was to be called, but that was unexpected.

Yes. Ariane and Elisa had the same party as me.In addition, he was a boy student at Mercros Magic Academy.When the four of us get together, we introduce ourselves first.

"Well, let's introduce ourselves.I don't seem to have much time. "

When Ariane says so, she introduces herself first.

"As you may know, there is one of the three nobles.Ariane-Orgren.Put down the stranger after that. "

Ariane introduces herself while flushing her own hair.Beautiful as usual today. Is the behavior of the three nobles of the boulder?

It was Elisa's turn next.

"Ah... uh... it's Elisa Griffith!Thank you! "

Keep your head down. She was nervous and Elisa's voice trembled a little.Despite my acquaintance, Ariane and I are almost face-to-face, and I don't know the other male student at all.It won't be impossible.

"Ray-White, thank you."

I can introduce myself in a simple way.And finally, he introduced himself.

"My name is Zack Grimes.Feel free to call me Zach. "

Brown hair is only a little wavy.Basically, his appearance was less conspicuous, but the way he spoke and the glasses he was wearing gave him the impression that he was proactive.

Say hello, Zach.

"Oh! You're that Ray-White!!"

He comes closer to me with a goo, and he lifts his glasses up nice.

"Um...?"

"Ah! You had a great fight in Magics War last year, didn't you?My major is the Inside Code!I was very interested in your magic!First of all, it takes a lot of strength to handle the internal "inside" code.Modern magic basically uses internal "Inside" codes to strengthen your body, but in your case... it feels like you have basic muscle strength first.That's the closest I've got to a soldier.When I look at the combat data, I analyze that Ray-White was doing some special training. "

Zack talks quickly and at once.Well... Mercros Magic Academy is basically famous for magic theory.I didn't seem to have the wrong impression.

But you've been analyzing it since last year's battle...Though I suppressed it to some extent, I fought quite seriously in the finals.You can see it when you look at people, but you don't know it when you're the same age.

He still seems to be very smart.

"That's right... I've got some special training for you."

"I knew it!!! Yeah, I'm sure my analysis is correct...!"

Glittering his eyes, he tells his reasoning.I was also interested in magic theory, so I talked to him.Ariane clapped her hands at the bread as they talked.

"Both of you. That's it.First of all, how do you complete this exercise at this party? We need to talk. "

"Oops... I've done this before.It got hot with me.But I'm also interested in Ariane-Orgren. "

We'll talk about that later.

That's true too. As far as I'm concerned, was it a surprise to be at this quadruple party? "

It wasn't an accident, was it?

Ah.

Zach already seemed to know why these four were here.No, I know to some extent... but I don't think I need to tell you myself.

"First of all, I'm quite athletic.Honestly, I had a hard time with last year's exercise.No matter how much you enter the Mercross Magic Academy, you can't avoid practicing.It is no exaggeration to say the lowest grade.And Elisa-Griffis. I know you, too. "

"Eh... well, why are you talking about me?"

"You're smart, right?Besides, I'm aiming for researchers like myself in the future. [M] Isn't that right? "

"Ah, it fits!!"

"Fufu, good people of your age have already collected data."

He lifts his glasses again with a pleasant smile.

Hmm. Is he a researcher in the future, too?

"It's easy to compare the data I have.Perhaps Ray-White and Ariane-Orgren have the best physical abilities in their second year.Meanwhile, Elisa Griffith and I are the bottom of the line.It's a balance between the top and bottom!! "

Looking at the members of this party, I thought it was about right.First of all, I honestly didn't think that Ariane and I would have a party.Together, we have quite a lot of physical abilities.It is perfectly natural to think that the rest of the members are not good at moving their bodies.

"Ugh... I knew it..."

"Elisa, don't be depressed. Humans have the right materials."

"Uh-huh! Thank you, Ray-kun."

Elisa was pretty nervous and depressed last year.Because I've always thought it might pull my leg.But after a year, Elisa has grown.From the point of view of her physical abilities, she may still be, but she grew up mentally a great deal.

I'm sure you'll be fine.

"Fufu, I think I've become an interesting member in many ways.Let's finish this exercise more splendidly and beautifully!!Ha, ha, ha! "

Ariane whispers when she sees Zach laughing alone.

"Looks like you're getting pretty thick...."

"Yes, but I'm looking forward to it.It's been a long time since I've seen Ariane, and I'm glad to have the same party. "

"But...! Ray always...!!"

Her face turned red and her back was slapped.I wonder if you've done something that touches you...

Anyway, we were going to work on the exercise with these four of us.