Food Wars, my food not only glows!

　So the two of them started shouting and yelling in mid-air, releasing their daily stress and allowing their souls to be uplifted.

　Especially Megumi Tadokoro.

　Looking at the water's fluctuating surface, feeling the sense of being on the verge of destruction and then reborn, everything in the world seemed to fade in her eyes.

　She suddenly understood why Bai Yuan insisted on bringing her bungee jumping.

　It turns out that you really can be reborn the moment you jump!

　"Thank you, Professor Bai Yuan."

　As the speed of the bungee jump gradually calmed down, Tadokoro Megumi sincerely thanked Shiroyuki. Her rapidly accelerating heartbeat caused her to experience a suspension bridge effect, and she became madly in love with the man in front of her.

　"It's what I should do. If you really want to express your gratitude to me, then get stronger."

　Upon hearing Tadokoro Megumi's words, Bai Yuan smiled and said that the main purpose of everything he did was to make her stronger.

　"I will become stronger, and I will attend all of Bai Yuan's classes!"

　I will no longer be swayed by the words of those useless people, because I know that only Teacher Baiyuan's attitude matters!

　"Eh?"

　Hearing Tadokoro Megumi's words, Shiro felt that something was a little strange, but oh well, at least he had successfully cured Tadokoro Megumi's problem of being influenced by others.

　As for the rest, let's slowly heal it during this midterm exam!

　After several days of planning, Bai Yuan has already written out the outline for the midterm exam. Nakiri Alice tried to steal it, but he ended up giving her a good scolding.

　He and Tadokoro Megumi are currently outside, while Nakiri Alice is most likely in his room, searching for the assessment outline that he has on his person.

　"By the way, Professor Bai Yuan, I heard that this year's midterm exams have changed from previous years, extending from three days to a month. Do you have any ideas?"

　Currently, only three people know that Bai Yuan is the chief examiner: Nakiri Erina, and given their personalities, they would never gossip about it.

　So, at this moment, Tadokoro Megumi asked with an innocent look on her face.

　Because the midterm exams, which had remained unchanged for over a decade, were suddenly reformed, and Bai Yuan, as a teacher at Totsuki Academy, might know something about it.

　"I don't know, they didn't tell me. But this assessment is very strict, which is why I brought you here to adjust your mindset."

　Their gazes subtly drifted into the distance; the two were being rapidly pulled back, after a long period of...

　Hanging upside down can easily cause oxygen deprivation in the brain.

　"Very strict..."

　Worry appeared in Tadokoro Megumi's eyes.

　"Don't worry, with your abilities, as long as you perform normally, you will definitely pass smoothly. I can guarantee that."

　"Yes! No matter what, I will do my best this time. Even if I fail in the end, I won't regret it, because I tried my best!"

　Tadokoro Megumi nodded seriously. At this moment, she felt that as long as Bai Yuan was behind her, she was an omnipotent being!

　"Tomorrow is the start of the midterm exams. After you get back to the dorm, take a hot shower, get some rest, and remember to lock the door."

　As the bungee jumping rope reached the top, the two returned to the platform. After removing their bungee jumping equipment, they headed back the way they came.

　"Hmm? Got it."

　Although she was puzzled as to why Bai Yuan suddenly brought this up, Tadokoro Megumi nodded and looked forward to tomorrow's midterm exam.

　She wanted to prove to Bai Yuan that his choice was right, and that Tadokoro Megumi was indeed a very skilled chef, just as he had thought!

　At this moment, the sun is gradually setting.

　Because they were on a mountain, the two saw a very beautiful sunset.

　Chapter 101 The terrifying elimination system, the hellish midterm exam!

　"Xiao Hui, where did you run off to?"

　Come quick, come quick!

　The gate to the Polar Star Dormitory opened, and Tadokoro Megumi appeared at the entrance.

　Yoshino Yuuki, with her sharp eyes, saw this and immediately waved to her. Finally, thinking that she was too slow, she took two steps forward and pulled her over.

　"Yuuki, Ryoko, are you looking at tomorrow's midterm exam?"

　At this moment, everyone except Tadokoro Megumi is gathered in the Polar Star Dormitory's main hall.

　On the table was a planning booklet, the cover of which read "Midterm Assessment Planning Booklet: A New Chapter in the Celebration of Love and Friendship".

　The handbook introduces the midterm assessment to help students prepare in advance, otherwise chaos can easily occur on the day of the assessment.

　"That's right, you need to be prepared. This midterm exam has been drastically altered and is no less challenging than the high school's residential training program!"

　In some ways, it's even worse than the residential training program in high school. It's practically a hellish midterm exam!

　Yoshino Yuuki handed the plan to Tadokoro Megumi with a serious expression, while Tadokoro Megumi took the plan and began to examine it.

　[Dear students of the Far East Junior High School]

　This midterm exam will adopt a brand-new points-based elimination system. After the exam, those who rank below 50th in the overall ranking will be expelled from school.

　This assessment will cover various aspects, including the sky, the ground, the sea, and the mountains.

　The comprehensive assessment covers twenty-six cooking methods, including stir-frying, quick-frying, braising, deep-frying, and boiling.

　The examinee will be scored based on their performance. During the examination, examinees can ask questions to the invigilator at any time, and the invigilator will answer any questions they have.

　I wish all students the best of luck in this assessment.

　above.】

　Although it was only a few lines long, it revealed a chilling cruelty: of the more than one thousand elementary school students, only fifty remained.

　"This is the competitive education at Totsuki Academy; the 'Selection of Unpolished Gems' that the Academy's Supreme Commander spoke of is about to officially begin."

　A handsome young man standing nearby spoke up, his voice magnetic.

　If you ignore the fact that he's only wearing a loincloth, he would be a handsome and charming young man who could easily captivate countless girls.

　"How was it like last year, Isshiki-senpai? Was it as strict as it is this year?"

　Daigo Aoki, with his black hair, clutched his head in anguish. Only fifty out of a thousand people could survive—what a cruel hell this was!

　"No, only a dozen or so people were eliminated in last year's midterm exam. The exam content was mostly cooking that we had learned in class. As long as we met the judges' requirements, we could pass smoothly."

　Shaking his head, Isshiki Satoshi recounted last year's situation. Although it was also a rigorous assessment, it was nothing compared to this year's.

　"That's a reform that only started this year! Ugh! Why is this happening? Even competition shouldn't be this fierce!"

　With his dyed yellow hair and slicked-back style, Sato Shoji spoke with a face full of resentment, slamming his hand against the wall as he spoke, his expression extremely ugly.

　"Even high school residential programs aren't this extreme! Last year, over a hundred first-year students passed their entrance exams..."

　Yoshino Yuuki muttered to herself, even with her good mindset, she couldn't help but feel nervous in this situation.

　Only students ranked in the top 50 can pass, so how many of them will actually make it to the top?

　"Aren't there still fifty people who can stay? If that's the case, then let's do our best to be one of those who stay!"

　A crisp sound rang out, pulling everyone out of the abyss of despair.

　Looking in the direction of the voice, they were astonished to find that it was Tadokoro Megumi who was speaking. The people in the Polar Star Dormitory couldn't help but open their mouths wide, somewhat unable to believe that she had said those words.

　"We're doomed! The assessment was too harsh; Xiaohui has lost her mind."

　Among them, Yoshino Yuuki had the strongest reaction. She suddenly opened her arms and hugged Tadokoro Megumi tightly, her expression filled with heartache.

　"It's not broken at all, I sincerely believe that, and everyone will pass the test safely."

　And then we'll come back together!

　Tadokoro Megumi pushed Yoshino Yuuki with a little force, but found that she couldn't push her away no matter what she did. She said with a bit of helplessness and mixed feelings.

　It seems she usually acts too timid, otherwise she wouldn't be seen as mentally unstable when she says these things.

　"I'm sure of that too. Everyone from Polaris Dormitory can come back here with a smile."

　Isshiki Satoshi spoke up at this moment, with an extremely cheerful smile on his face. He had seen everyone's efforts and was sure there would be no problem!

　"Then there's no need to say it!"

　"I will definitely stay!"

　"My goal is to become a graduate of Totsuki Academy. It would be terrible if I couldn't even pass this kind of test!"

　Daigo Aoki, Shoji Sato, and Zenji Marui stood together, encouraging each other with determined expressions in their eyes. They were sure they would succeed!

　"Yes, they will stay."

　Ryoko Sakaki nodded with a smile, as if affirming herself, and muttered something to herself.

　As everyone became more active, the tense atmosphere dissipated considerably.

　"Absolutely! We're the Polar Star Faction, the ones who can stop babies from crying! Let's all work hard to pass this mere midterm exam!"

　Yoshino Yuuki raised her arms high, her whole being ignited by the atmosphere. She absolutely refused to believe that she would be eliminated so easily!

　"That's the spirit! Leave the housekeeping to me and Aunt Wenxu, let's all do our best."

　Isshiki Satoshi put his hands on his hips and twisted his body slightly as he spoke, causing his loincloth to sway from side to side.

　"it is good!"

　"It's on fire!"

　For a moment, the scene was filled with cheers from the members of Polaris Dormitory, and their hearts, which had been frightened by the terrifying number of fifty people, were briefly soothed.

　"But Tadokoro-kun, you're in such good spirits. I never expected you to say something like that."

　Seeing Tadokoro Megumi's normal expression, Isshiki Satoshi was somewhat surprised, because based on her usual personality, she should be very afraid of this kind of test.

　Normally, Tadokoro Megumi would be lying on the ground trembling, or at least extremely withdrawn, instead of being as calm as she is now.

　"Yeah! I was really startled just now. I thought you had been possessed by something, and that you said something so out of character."

　Yoshino Yuuki looked at Tadokoro Megumi with some concern.

　She was naturally happy that the other person had become better, but the change came too suddenly, making her feel like they were a completely different person.

　"I wasn't possessed; I just suddenly understood what I should be doing now, and that there are still people who have high hopes for me!"

　Thinking of the man who embraced her in the sunset, Tadokoro Megumi reached out and pressed her hand to her chest, feeling the rapid beating of her heart, and looked up to say this.

　"It's good that you understand this. With your abilities, Xiaohui, as long as you can overcome your nervousness, passing this test won't be difficult."

　Isshiki Satoshi nodded, his eyes filled with admiration as he looked at Tadokoro Megumi.

　"That being said, the terrifying elimination rate is still chilling."

　Xiaohui, Liangzi, we have midterms tomorrow, let's sleep together tonight!

　As Yoshino Yuuki spoke, she stepped forward and tugged at Sakaki Ryoko and Tadokoro Megumi, her face showing a pitiful expression. This was likely the last time they would see each other.

　Although he spoke with great enthusiasm that he was certain he would pass the assessment, a 5% pass rate didn't seem high at all.

　This is a thought that everyone shares.

　However, in this atmosphere, no one brought it up, because if morale dropped, it would be even less likely to pass the assessment.

　"Okay, but I need to take a shower first. I've been outside all day and I'm covered in sweat. I feel sticky and uncomfortable."

　Upon hearing Yoshino Yuuki's words, Tadokoro Megumi nodded and did not refuse.

　"I also want to take a shower, let's do it together! Ryoko, do you want to come?"

　As she spoke, Yoshino Yuuki looked at Sakaki Ryoko beside her. Come to think of it, the three of them had never taken a bath together before, which was a precious memory.

　"I'll just forget it..."

　"Let's do it together! Don't be shy~"

　"Eh..."

　"Then it's such a happy decision!"

　Yoshino Yuuki clapped her hands excitedly, and Sakaki Ryoko could only nod, though she felt a little ashamed deep down.

　"We will definitely succeed!"

　After the initial excitement subsided, Yoshino Yuuki grabbed Sakaki Ryoko and Tadokoro Megumi's hands and spoke to them with an extremely serious expression.

　"Yes, it will definitely pass!"