The goddesses attempted to gain my salvation.

At this point, everyone looked at Ryan, their eyes filled with anticipation.

However, Ryan simply shook his head.

Ryan has never been interested in power.

Ryan felt that being a free and independent mentor was much better than being a grade head.

There aren't that many complicated responsibilities, and you can go out for a walk after class.

Why not go on a date with Claire and sleep with Olena?

Moreover, this world is one where strength reigns supreme, and even power depends on strength.

As long as Ryan remains a dual-attribute mage, he will be an indispensable talent for the academy.

He will no longer be deliberately tripped up like before.

His teaching career will be smoother.

After hearing this, everyone expressed their respect for Ryan's choice.

Veranika answered him when Ryan asked about the follow-up to the first-year students' ability assessment.

The academy plans to hold the martial arts test again in a week.

Ryan, who is the biggest contributor to this event, will be the one to give the opening speech.

Millais told Ryan that the Vatican's arrangement was likely intended to allow him to succeed Rudolf as the academy's dean.

However, Ryan rejected it.

The position of dean requires not only competence but also the ability to handle other aspects.

There are more suitable candidates than myself.

After a few rounds of drinks...

The party ended amidst laughter and cheerful conversation.

The other mentors all went home, and Ryan naturally took charge of escorting Tracy.

This was the first time Tracy had left the bar sober, so it seemed that her promise to quit drinking wasn't just empty talk.

This time, she was serious.

The two chatted a lot along the way.

"I never imagined you'd grow to this level."

"A dual-attribute mage of fire and light, who also repelled the Scarlet Eyes and became a great hero who saved the academy..."

“Ryan…how did you do that?”

Ryan scratched his head, momentarily speechless.

He couldn't very well tell her that he awakened his fire attribute circuit because he got Claire into bed.

Even if you said that, Tracy probably wouldn't believe it.

"I can only say it was a coincidence. One day I suddenly felt another energy within my body, and after trying to activate it, I awakened the fire attribute."

Tracy actually believed Ryan's absurd explanation.

After all, there are still many things about magic that humanity doesn't understand.

Perhaps, this is Ryan's own...luck?

"very nice."

Tracy muttered something.

From then on, the two stopped speaking, and a subtle atmosphere permeated between them.

Ryan felt that Tracy had something she wanted to say to him.

However, since she didn't speak, I didn't feel comfortable asking her anything.

Finally, the two arrived at Tracy's house.

Standing at the door, Tracy didn't open it immediately. Instead, she turned around and looked at Ryan intently.

"Hey, Ryan!"

Ryan had never seen Tracy with such a serious expression before, and for a moment he tensed up as well.

"If one day... I mean, if."

If I have to leave here forever for some reason, will you try to stop me?

After listening, Ryan remained silent for a long time, then burst out laughing.

"You still owe me so much money for drinks!"

"Trying to run away? No way!"

Ryan straightened his back and smiled brightly.

Tracy smiled too.

"That's what you said!"

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Tracy closed the door, feeling her face flush and her heart pound.

I never thought I would finally say it.

However, some things still need to be said.

Otherwise, it will leave regrets.

Tracy's room was unusually clean. On the table was an opened letter, with the letter inside lying flat on the table.

Tracy sat in the chair, looking at the letter, a gloomy look on her face.

The letter contained little information, but it put Tracy under immense pressure, making her feel suffocated.

Unexpectedly, after so many years, her past has finally come back to haunt her.

To: Thiel Tracy

You have been away from the royal family for five years.

I wonder how you've been these past five years.

Although I've known for a long time that you're at the Vatican City, I haven't paid any attention to you or sent anyone there. Every month, a fixed amount of aid is deposited into your account.

I think you should know that this is my way of showing you tolerance.

Now, the Papacy of Bysma and the Magic Academy are no longer safe, and the election ceremony of the Auguston Empire is about to begin.

I can no longer pretend I can't see it.

As one of the candidates, you must also shoulder the responsibilities that come with it.

Three months later.

In Pelandenburg, at the southern tip of the Auguston Empire, someone will meet you.

Please do not forget your identity and responsibilities.

— Thiel Gurandon.

This is a letter written to Tracy's father, Thiel Grandon, the king of the far north—the Auguston Empire.

Tracy knew that although she had chosen to leave her family, her responsibilities as a member of the royal bloodline would never disappear.

She will one day return to the empire and fulfill her duties.

But......

Once she returns to the Empire, she will never be able to return to the academy, never be able to see Ryan again...

The thought of this sent a sharp pain through Tracy's chest.

"Three months... there are still three months left."

Tracy curled up, burying her face in her knees.

She only has three months left.

Moonlight streamed through the window, illuminating her lonely figure and her slightly trembling shoulders.

This loneliness is made even more profound.

After a long while, Tracy slowly raised her head, her gaze becoming firm.

If the responsibility of bloodline is something she cannot escape.

Let's use these last three months to create beautiful memories with Ryan that we can cherish for a lifetime.

"Ryan..."

Chapter Sixty-Six: Martial Arts Trial Reopens

Time goes by.

Soon, we arrived at the final stage of the strength assessment: the martial arts test.

Just like that day, countless princes and nobles sat in the audience, and students entered one by one.

The entire arena was filled with applause and cheers.

The only difference from that day is that no one is wearing a badge on their chest today.

Introduced by host Veranika, Ryan walked to the front of the stage amidst flowers and praise.

Members of the mentor alliance also came up with them.

Victor, Tracy, Daphne, Norma, Miley.

Including Veranika, who was already standing on the stage as the host, there were seven people standing on the stage at this moment.

This was Ryan's specific request.

In his view, success is not his alone, but the result of everyone's joint efforts.