Synopsis

The chapter depicts the start of a midterm evaluation, with the protagonist struggling with exhaustion, but fiercely resolved to succeed. The evaluation is presented as a multi-stage challenge with set goals to progress. Despite concerns from others about their condition, the protagonist demonstrates unexpected progress and clears multiple stages quickly, hinting at a newfound capability or shift in their body's limits. The chapter ends with a sense of the protagonist pushing themselves further despite exhaustion, leaving their competitors shocked.