CHAPTER 185: CHAPTER 185: PERMANENT RESIDENT STATUS

Lillian was quite famous at Augustus Academy, mainly because of her beauty and exceptional temperament.

In addition to her great talent as a student of Professor Nina, she had many admirers, among whom Kross was just one.

At this moment, seeing someone having a conflict with Lillian, people from Augustus Academy certainly wouldn’t ignore it; they all came over, ready to help.

Malcolm slunk away without daring to say a word.

Seeing him leave, Lillian pulled Herag out of the crowd first.

"Why did you deliberately provoke him? You’re going to take the test together, and I’m afraid he’ll be unfavorable to you." Lillian complained worriedly.

Herag didn’t answer the question but said, "I didn’t expect you to be so imposing when you’re fierce. Now that’s more like a princess."

Lillian tugged at him and said, "I’m serious. He’s a Crystalization Wizard, with strong combat abilities, so be extra careful when you go in."

Herag nodded and said, "I know. I provoked him on purpose. Would he spare me if I didn’t provoke him? Besides, last time, Malcolm almost killed me. I’ve always remembered that debt. What he did to me then, I will repay a hundredfold one day."

"I believe in you." Lillian smiled sweetly.

The two continued wandering around Augustus Academy, with Lillian showing Herag some iconic buildings and taking him to classic spots.

They talked about many things along the way, not just the experiences of the past few years, but even the events of the Coleson Continent.

Before they knew it, it was late at night.

After parting ways with Lillian, Herag returned to the house.

This time, a total of three people from the Cheqi Family signed up, besides him, there was one man and one woman, both Gaseous Wizards.

The man was named David, with a strong build and few words.

The woman was named Reese, with a great figure, described in a previous life as having a curvy body.

Both of them were direct descendants of the Cheqi Family, with Reese being Larry’s cousin by rank.

Mr. Blake saw Herag return and called the three of them together, instructing, "Once you enter the test, if you can cooperate, then help each other, you understand? If problems arise, let Herag decide. Although he’s young, his experience is far richer than yours."

Mr. Blake specifically told Reese and David, "You two grew up under the family’s protection and lack a lot of experience. In crucial moments, listen more to Herag, understood?"

"Understood." David and Reese both nodded seriously.

They weren’t the type of rich kids who would otherwise not be selected to sign up.

They had no dissatisfaction towards Herag, as the matter of Herag single-handedly driving Carl away and preserving Black Rock Valley was well known in the family.

"Alright, anyway, act cautiously. The most important thing is to stay alive, even if you can’t pass the test, it doesn’t matter." Mr. Blake reminded them again.

"Don’t worry, Mr. Blake," Herag nodded, saying no more.

"Rest first, tomorrow you’ll be entering the test phase." Mr. Blake was most assured of Herag, having him gave him confidence.

...

Early the next day, Lillian led the group to outside a hall.

"Those registered can enter, others cannot." Lillian said, standing outside the door.

"Thank you, Miss Lillian." Mr. Blake expressed his gratitude.

"I’m going in now." Herag said, looking at Lillian.

Lillian met his gaze, "Good luck."

Herag nodded, and led David and Reese into the hall.

Passing through the hall, they continued forward to a large auditorium.

At this moment, there were already many people in the auditorium, with several people standing at the furthest point inside.

When Herag saw these people, he instinctively felt a great threat.

"Level 2... no, maybe even Level 3 Wizards." Herag quickly judged in his mind.

At the furthest point in the auditorium was a man wearing a high top hat, with a monocle over his left eye, looking around thirty years old.

This man gave Herag the greatest sense of threat, clearly having no visible Magic Power fluctuation, yet Herag inexplicably felt his strength.

The man seemed aware of this, glanced at Herag, and smiled slightly.

Herag immediately politely bowed in salute, as this was a big figure he couldn’t offend.

Half an hour later, the people were all there.

The man with the top hat walked to the front and said, "Hello everyone, I’m Bannings, the main person in charge of this operation."

"I believe everyone already knows that today we’re conducting the test phase. But to be accurate, today we’re actually just introducing the test situation, and you’ll have the chance to opt-out."

With these words, the people below were puzzled.

Introducing the test situation?

Wasn’t today supposed to be the test phase, so does it mean that no test is happening today?

And what does it mean to have the chance to opt-out?

If they were willing to sign up, they must be able to take on the risk.

Bannings glanced below and continued, "Our test is quite unique, requiring all of you to go to the Elf Plane for a year-long colonization war. During that year, you must follow arrangements to complete tasks. A year later, those who are still alive and without significant errors will be granted permanent residency in the Land of Dawn."

After these words, there was a moment of silence in the auditorium, and then many people started to discuss in low voices.

Bannings adjusted the monocle without interrupting the discussion below, giving them some time to absorb the information.

Herag was also very surprised, indeed not expecting the so-called test environment to be like this.

He originally thought it would be some conventional tests, possibly involving some combat or something.

But unexpectedly, the test was actually to directly enter the Elf Plane to participate in the colonization war.

And it’s for a year, meaning they have to stay in the Elf Plane for the entire year.

The inherent danger of this doesn’t need to be said.

The plane’s colonization war implies absolute bloodshed and ruthlessness.

Whether in the Elf Plane or the Wizard Plane, to initiate a colonization war means countless lives will be lost.

The Wizard Plane, as the invader, would surely face fierce resistance when invading the Elf Plane on a large scale.

Now is the early stage of the colonization war, also when the Elf Plane is at its strongest, which also means it’s the most dangerous time to enter.

Many people started to reconsider, but were reluctant to give up this opportunity.

As long as they stayed for a year, they could obtain permanent residency in the Land of Dawn.

This permanent residency carries significant meaning, it means one becomes a member of the Land of Dawn, no longer needing to remain in the Barren Land.

Moreover, the resident status means their family can also move to the Land of Dawn, as long as they are direct relatives or spouses.