CHAPTER 211: CHAPTER 211 - SURPRISED EXAM

"What do you think about the surprise exam? Do you think it’s necessary? Shouldn’t we be focusing more on our training?"

"Sigh... I know, but I can’t do anything about it. Besides, Teacher Alexa will be there. I don’t have the courage to say anything in front of her. She’s really scary."

Many students from the general class and even some from the Warrior class were complaining about the surprise exam. They thought it was completely unnecessary.

Unfortunately, none of them dared to voice their complaints directly to Teacher Alexa or any of the other instructors.

Unluckily for them, David and his friends overheard their grumbling. They said nothing in response but were amused by their classmates’ behavior.

Their classmates were complaining about the exam, yet they failed to realize how important it could be.

What if the amount of resources they receive doubled if they scored well on this surprise exam?

Yesterday, Max had already predicted and told his friends that the exam was being held because of the disparities in their power levels.

What if the principal wanted to give everyone a fair chance to improve their performance?

In battle class, none of the students would be able to defeat any of the top ten students.

Unfortunately, none of the first-years complaining had considered this possibility.

"Well, forget about them. I can only wish you all the best of luck. I hope we all get good marks. I really don’t want to be sold out by the teacher,"

Kevin said to his friends, who nodded in agreement.

Not long after, the classroom fell silent. Instantly, everyone stood up as their homeroom teacher, Teacher Alexa, entered alongside the principal and vice principal.

Many students were startled. They couldn’t understand what was happening why were the principal and vice principal here with Teacher Alexa?

Before they could think further, Teacher Damian and several other teachers also entered the room. The atmosphere grew completely silent.

No one made a sound. Those students who had already completed some surprise exams became nervous because of the sudden tense situation.

*What’s going on? Why are the principal, vice principal, and so many teachers here? Did they come because of the surprise exam?*

They pondered all these questions. But who would answer them?

"Hahaha... I can see all of your confusion. Just stay calm and let me explain."

Principal Aditya spoke with a smile. As expected, he had noticed the bewilderment on the students’ faces and decided to clarify what was going on.

"I’m sure many of you have already realized that this surprise exam isn’t an ordinary one.

I won’t go into much detail, but I want to say that I hope each and every one of you performs well.

The rewards for this exam will be useful to all of you. Also, everyone will have to take the exam inside the auditorium."

Principal Aditya finished his explanation, which only made the students more confused. Though he had explained nothing specific, one thing was clear this surprise exam was important.

Even those who had complained earlier suddenly became curious about what kind of rewards awaited them. At the same time, they started to feel nervous.

It seemed not everyone was confident about the exam.

"Let’s proceed to the auditorium,"

Teacher Alexa instructed, taking the lead to guide the students.

Once inside the hall, the Warrior class students noticed the general class students gathered there.

It appeared that all the first-year students were present.

One by one, they sat in their designated seats.

Five minutes later,

Two teachers began handing out answer sheets. All the students started filling in their information—their names, roll numbers, and subjects. After about ten minutes, they finally received the question papers.

"I really want to see how many of them will break into the top ten."

"Do you think we should give them any hints? Otherwise, they might think only those students who had teachers’ insider knowledge would do well."

"You don’t need to worry about that. Yesterday, I told them to take this surprise exam seriously. If they still don’t, that’s on them."

"Yes, Miss Alexa is right. Even during battle class, we reminded them to prepare for this exam. Our warnings should have been enough."

The principal, vice principal, and all the teachers gathered in another room where they could observe the students without being seen.

From there, they had a clear view of every student but the students themselves were unaware.

They did this so the students wouldn’t feel too pressured.

Neither the principal nor the vice principal commented on the teachers’ discussion but agreed their reminders had been sufficient to alert the students.

"Do you think the general class students have a better chance?"

"Hmmm... I don’t think so, because they are from the general class. Don’t forget that during the entrance exam, the general class students didn’t score very well on the written test.

So really, anyone can score well on this surprise exam if they prepare.

One thing this exam will definitely do is give us a clear idea of each student’s knowledge — to distinguish those who have been paying attention in theory class."

At this point, David and his friends ignored all the speculation. The moment they received the question paper, they focused on answering.

Most of the questions concerned monsters—their behavior, weaknesses, and so on. There were also questions about history and the first generation of Warriors.

Some questions were tricky, like what one would do when suddenly facing a group of purple frogs.

David and his friends encountered no trouble answering, but the same couldn’t be said for many other students.

Many were visibly anxious after reading the questions. Some didn’t even know what to write.

It seemed they had forgotten much of what they’d been taught in theory class.

Whether due to lack of knowledge or pressure, the result was clear.

Many teachers looked disappointed. One thing was obvious—the students were unprepared to handle tough situations.

What if, in a real fight, they suddenly faced a dangerous group of Monsters?

If they couldn’t stay calm and adapt, it might cost them their lives.

"Sigh... though we have many good students this year, we also have some who simply shouldn’t be following the Warrior path.

I think Principal Aditya should take action and transfer those students to the general class," one teacher suddenly said.

Most teachers around him nodded in agreement.

Neither the principal nor the vice principal responded to this statement.

"Instead of focusing on those students, I’m really surprised that David, Aurora, and the others aren’t having any trouble.

Did you guys leak any information about the questions?"

one teacher asked the instructors of the first-year students.

Teacher Alexa was present but no one dared ask her.

"Hmph, that’s your characteristic, not mine. I just told them to prepare for the surprise exam; aside from that, I shared nothing," one teacher replied.

The rest of the teachers agreed.

"Everyone, please return to your classrooms. You will receive your results by 3 p.m.

Until then, focus on your cultivation,"

a teacher announced.

David and the others began leaving the auditorium one by one.

Some students wore calm expressions, while many looked anxious.

"How confident are you? Do you think you’ll get the first position?"

Kevin asked Sam.

"I think so, but Aurora also has a chance at first place. Unfortunately, I doubt I’ll be number one,"

Han answered with a deep sigh.

He was disappointed, unsure about two answers.

Like this, the friends discussed their thoughts while returning to class.

Teacher Alexa wasn’t present, so it looked like they had to study on their own.

Surprisingly, David didn’t study—instead, he took out his game and started playing.

As expected, this didn’t surprise his friends, but many other classmates were shocked by his behavior.

It seemed David’s reputation as a game addict was well established.

Immediately, everyone had the same question: How could a game addict like him be so powerful?

Why isn’t it them who became so powerful and earned the number one position? Why is it David?

Everyone had different thoughts running through their minds, but none of them said anything to David.

Aurora, Max, and the others, meanwhile, focused on absorbing spiritual energy. They had some free time and didn’t want to waste it.

As usual, David ignored the classmates who kept looking in his direction.

After opening his game, he began controlling the emperor, moving around to search for more monsters.

’I have to admit, in real life, I wouldn’t have the courage to come here alone. But in six months, I’ll be able to go farther, and I’ll have a much clearer understanding of the surrounding area.

That will definitely be a good thing for me. But I’ve also heard that Teacher Alexa will take me inside the Danger Zone.

I think that makes sense—without going inside, no one can truly understand just how dangerous that place is.’

David thought this as he guided the emperor.