After a while in Shangri Forest and a series of skirmishes between the A+ rank adventurer and various monsters—none exceeding B-rank—the group finally emerged from the dense woods. The journey had been eventful, but nothing posed a significant threat, thanks to the adventurer's skill and vigilance. Now, with the forest behind them, the road to Crimson Academy stretched out before them.
As they continued, Leo broke the silence. "Tristen, is there going to be any sort of measurement or testing of power and strength before we can enter the Academy during the opening ceremony?"
Tristen looked at him curiously. "Why do you ask?"
Leo shrugged nonchalantly. "Just a thought. In my previous life… err, I've read stories where such events were common."
