The atmosphere at Hogwarts was unusually tense, because as the first batch of students, they were about to face their second major exam, the half-year exam!
After the first exam, the students had gradually come to understand that although the credits at Hogwarts were certainly useful, grades were still the most important thing.
Moreover, the exam was conducted in a way that left no one with any excuses. It was conducted in both written and practical forms. After all, some students focused more on theory, while others focused more on practical application. The dual exam format allowed students to freely showcase their strengths in either written exams or practical application.
Of course, written exams were required for some subjects, while practical application was also necessary for others.
Sebastian looked at the two students on the exam stage in front of him, who were using magic to fight each other. After half a year, most of the students had already mastered six or seven spells. Those with strong self-study abilities had already begun to learn higher-level magic in the library. In the exam, they were not restricted to using only the magic they had been taught in class. After all, you could not expect your enemies to use only the magic you knew when you met them in the future. As long as it was not dark magic with too much lethality, other magic could be used at will.
It is also worth noting that, for now, the mutants and Inhumans in the school are prohibited from using their natural abilities during the practical exams. The reason for this is that the students are still too weak in magic; the restrictions will be lifted as they near graduation.
After all, individual talent is also a factor in one's overall strength.
"Next exam, Ram versus Kaito. Please come to the stage!"
With the invigilator's words, the students and teachers in the practical exam hall fell silent.
Even Sebastian straightened up slightly, observing the situation with interest.
The second and third-ranked students out of the one hundred eighty-five students were unexpectedly grouped together, which should provide a high-quality battle.
At this moment, Ram and Kaito, standing in the audience, looked at each other with surprise and fighting spirit in their eyes.
Perhaps due to their exceptional strength, or perhaps mutual admiration, the top three—Priya, Ram, and Kaito—walked very close together, resembling a Hogwarts trio. Priya, the sole female of the group, was the centerpiece, while Ram and Kaito, both of whom had known Priya well, gathered around her, forming a tight-knit trio.
Priya looked at her two friends, high-fived them in turn, and said with a smile, "You two, this time, you are going to have to show what you can do."
"Of course, I will!" Ram replied, as always exuberant and confident.
"Yeah!" Kaito remained quiet as usual, but the fighting spirit in his eyes was no less intense than Ram's.
The two nodded to each other and took the stage together. At the invigilator's command, they both drew their wands and prepared themselves. At the invigilator's signal, they launched into action!
"Petrificus Totalus!"
"Expelliarmus!"
Yellow and red magical currents shot out from the tips of Ram and Kaito's wands, respectively. Their collision unleashed a shower of sparks and lightning that scattered in all directions.
Meanwhile, the invigilator standing at the corner of the exam stage grew cautious. He had already drawn his own wand, raised the protective barrier above the stage, and watched the situation with vigilance.
Meanwhile, the battle intensified rapidly.
Various low- and medium-level spells flew everywhere. Ram cast a vast number of spells, demonstrating his rapid learning ability. He pressed forward aggressively, while Kaito, while casting defensive spells, unleashed Atlantean water magic from Sebastian's collection, harnessing the water currents as a defense against the enemy.
The ferocity of the battle was so intense that even the teachers present were impressed. They even felt that some of the remaining teachers who had stayed behind might not be able to defeat these two young students.
Sebastian watched with fascination. The scene reminded him of his past life at Hogwarts, where he had also begun on the dueling stage, gradually learning to wield magic in combat.
How nostalgic!
Hmm, this was approaching the final showdown!
A thought flashed through his mind, and the situation on the field shifted instantly.
Ram and Kaito each unleashed their signature magic.
Plasma Lightning!
Poseidon's Blade!
Truly advanced magic, unleashed by two students who had only studied for half a year!
Lava-like lightning and the razor-sharp water blade, formed by the rapid flow of pressurized water, collided between the two.
The plasma lightning was split apart, dividing into two streams that landed on either side of Kaito, exploding instantly. The sharp water blade was quickly dispersed by the plasma lightning, but it still pierced toward Ram's chest. The final result was heading toward mutual destruction, with both sides' attacks threatening each other!
At that moment, the invigilator, observing the dangerous situation of Ram and Kaito, gritted his teeth and prepared to rescue Ram, whom he was closest to. As for Kaito, he had no time to reach him.
But before the invigilator could react, two protective spheres instantly descended upon Ram and Kaito, shielding them from the opposing magical attacks.
The invigilator looked at Kaecilius standing in the audience, exhaled in relief, and bowed respectfully.
Kaecilius did not criticize the invigilator too much. After all, even he was amazed at the proficiency of Ram and Kaito. After only six months of study, they could already wield advanced magic!
Although he could see that neither Ram nor Kaito had fully mastered their respective advanced magic, otherwise this mutual destruction would not have occurred, it was still rare for someone at their age to possess such power.
Thinking of this, Kaecilius could not help but glance at Priya, who stood below with a worried look on her face. The second and third place students were so capable, so what about the first place student?
Just how strong was she?
This was only the first class, and yet so many talented students emerged. Hogwarts's future must be bright, and Kaecilius's dream of building a truly peaceful magical world could be further fulfilled!
With this in mind, Kaecilius looked at the invigilator at the exam stage and said directly, "It is time to announce their results. I do not think this should be difficult."
"Of course, I have already decided on Ram and Kaito's scores. They both received full marks. Please leave the stage!"
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