Synopsis

The chapter details the rules of the final academy entrance exam: a maze with changing structures where cooperation is allowed. Two applicants, Ryu Yeonhwa and Noh Eunah, who ranked highest in the previous exam, are discussed for their peculiar choice to not use mana. There is an attempt to team up with Eunah that is rebuffed, showcasing her aloof nature. The chapter also includes a time jump showing that there are significant political machinations and some familial connections are coming to light, adding another layer of complexity to the setting of the world.