The party progressed smoothly and Ayaka also came back not long after while Kai removed the magic. He did not know what they were talking about, but there was this determination and doubt in her eyes, halting him from asking questions.

In the end, Kai could only say, "If you need any help, just ask."

Ayaka could not make a big smile because of all the things she just learned. She nodded. "It's fine. I will be alright."

She knew if Kai wanted to hear their conversation, it would be easy for him. Knowing he did not listen to their conversation meant he trusted both Nathan and her. And this was the thing she needed at the moment.

She walked past him before turning around, staring at his back. All past memories kept replaying in her mind. She just realized despite knowing him for only a few months, they had gone through a lot. She said inwardly, 'Wait for me. I will definitely walk beside you, not behind you. This time, it is not an empty promise.'

Time was all she needed. She might not be able to make it at the group battle against Isabelle, but there was still time until they needed to take the third mission. If not the third mission, then the fourth mission. She set a time limit to herself and if she could not complete her objective before the time limit, she would take the other road.

Michelle took a glimpse of her expression and knew exactly what kind of expression that was. It was the same expression she had when she started her training. Looking at Ayaka now, she could only smile and cheer for her silently.

On the other hand, Tasha was leaving the party as she could not stand with the rich people. They flaunted and so on, trying to impress her. She did not have the same patience as Kai, so she left.

Two hours later, the party finally ended where Michelle led them to their own room.

Michelle tried to get the same room as him but was stopped by a single word of Kai. The same applied to Tasha. They could only sulk in their own room. On the day, they would stroll around in the city.

Meanwhile, Ayaka did not come or talk to him when they were here. Every time she was inside her room, she would only stare at the ceiling with blank eyes. She knew her goal but did not know where to start. The only thing she could do was to try anything she could think of.

...

And just like that, three days passed by,

They went back to school. Shirotsuka Sanae and Mano Yuki had already gone back after a one day holiday. Yuki aside, Sanae certainly could not get a long vacation considering she was a new teacher.

After going back, Sanae searched for any information about Isabelle Fisher and the others, albeit she could get it easier just by asking Evan Young.

When they finally came back to school and gathered in room 420 again, the first thing they discussed was the upcoming battle.

Evan handed them a few papers containing their opponents' data.

He explained, "They have two A rank and three B rank magicians. The first one is a man named Nicholas. He is using a shield and a spear. He is 18 years old, B rank, Earth Magician. He can make a huge Earth Wall and if my prediction is correct, he will try to make a base or labyrinth so Isabelle can get a good and safe sniping position.

"Then there is this twin. The elder is Eve Burton, A rank fire magician, while the younger one is Eva Burton, a B rank fire magician. I heard when they are combined, they can bring down three A rank magicians.

"The fourth person is another A rank ice magician, Tommy Jackson. This person is very powerful and might become the greatest factor in this match. It can be said this person is the strategist of this group.

"However, as expected, the most important person in this group will be their leader, Isabelle Fisher. Although she is only a B rank wind magician, her power is no joke, specifically her sniping ability. She can shoot a sniper while running and most importantly, she is very accurate."

Evan finished his report and sat.

Kai looked at this detailed information and it seemed he was correct in bringing him here. He looked at this muscular brown-haired man, the twin blonde teens, blue-haired prince, and pink-haired annoying leader.

He glanced at Sanae's expression, asking, "Does Teacher want to give any input?"

"The arena has not been decided yet, so I don't know what kind of place will be the battlefield. However, I have made a few simulations for the battle and I think you want to know about this." She closed her eyes, recalling the battle simulations.

"It's a rare occurrence to see you put effort like this, Teacher." Kai smirked.

"Shut up. It is only a few hours of work and don't you know since I have become your instructor, I can get ten percent of your hard work? Including the fifteen percent you put for the group's purpose, all of you only get fifteen percent of the money." She rolled her eyes. "That's why I should, at least, become a good instructor. I can revert back to the lazy teacher though."

"Nah. This is good." He shook his head.

She nodded and continued, "Well, through all the simulations in my head, the enemy will most likely split themselves. After all, if they are trying to fight all of you at the same time, they will lose.

"As for the pairing, I assume Nicholas will fight Tasha, Tommy against Ayaka. As for the twin and their leader, their target would be either Kai and Michelle. Since Michelle is a well known S rank magician, they might have their leader to fight her. Still, considering her interest in you, she might fight Kai while the twin holds Michelle back."

"Well, I apologize since I can't really fight and become a burden. If you are injured, I can heal you in a jiffy. As long as we have time, you can fight again and again without injury. That's why I will stand behind." Evan added.

Kai closed his eyes, running a battle simulation inside his mind. With his shield, Nicholas would pose big trouble to Tasha. As for Tommy, he had an elemental advantage against Ayaka. Kai considered the interest of Isabelle and became her opponent while Michelle handled the twin.

Ayaka suddenly said with an ashamed tone, "As expected… I will be the target again since I am the weakest link."

As she said, all of them had their roles. The twin was functioning as a shield that protected their general, Isabelle. Nicholas acted as a buffer, not letting Tasha, the Lion group's biggest factor, change the tide. Last but not least, Tommy became their spear, thrusting their weakest link and gained the advantage.

Kai took a glimpse of her expression and said, "We have a miracle doctor in our team that won't let anyone die. We have three swords that can penetrate their defenses and I believe we also have a guardian deity that will block everything they throw in our way. The moment their spear, Tommy, is broken, we will gain a huge advantage in the battle and I need to say, our winning probability will go as high as 90 percent. That's why it's on you, Ayaka."

Ayaka's body shook. Even though she became a burden, Kai still trusted her for the most important position. She thought Tasha would fight Tommy while she was stalling Nicholas. The trust Kai put on her hand felt so heavy. She looked at the others who had confidence in her and clenched her fists. "I won't disappoint you."

Looking at her expression, he smiled before turning to his sister. "Sister, do you like to play an extreme difficulty game that makes you try again and again?"

"Of course not." She shook her head before realizing what he meant. "I see. So, that is the plan."

"Yes. I am leaving it to you." He nodded before telling Michelle's the plan. "If I say, I will defeat Isabelle Fisher-"

Before he finished, she already answered, "It's obvious. I am your shadow and my job is to support you. You don't need to worry because no one would interfere with your battle. My request is beat her to a pulp!"

"Don't be really hard on her. Even though she is annoying, she is a good girl. She is just… too energetic." Evan interjected.

"Hoh… this is really interesting." Michelle grinned, looking at Evan with a teasing glance.

Evan had no change in expression and replied, "Nah. She is just someone that wants to prove her effort does not go to waste. If you can get past that annoying side of her, you can see her as a good friend."

"Fufu… It would seem that our Evan has feelings for Isabelle." Michelle teased him.

"Nope." Evan shook his head. "I just want to warn you if you beat her to a pulp, she would try anything to fight you again. If you don't want to be bothered by her, then I suggest you just show the difference in power but not do anything excessive."

"Tch, you are boring." She clicked her tongue.

"Well, sorry about that." He shrugged.

"Anyway, it seems we have our plan already. There is still a week left before the fight, so make all the preparation you need." Kai looked at all of them. "Anyone want to add something?"

"No." All of them shook their heads.

"Alright. Then the meeting ends here."