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The temporary hero promotion test is held in a dungeon.

This dungeon is a bit special because it is maintained instead of being closed on purpose.

This is called the ‘test site’.

Dungeons suddenly appear out of nowhere.

There is a portal inside that summons monsters, and when the number accumulates, they come out and deal damage.

For that reason, dungeons are targets that need to be eliminated quickly.

The problem is that if dungeons are eliminated as soon as they are created, aspiring warriors will have no chance to grow.

So I suggested.

Instead of closing the portals of an easy dungeon, let’s collect them.

If managed at a national level, weak dungeons can be managed.

As a result, a certain number of dungeons where green slimes and mini golems were summoned were maintained and used as ‘testing grounds.’

It is operated by collecting it for two months and then closing it all at once when taking the exam.

However, portals are not controlled by humans.

Sometimes unexpected things happen.

For example, the Big Green Slime, which is stronger than the Green Slime, pops out.

Although it is only a strong individual among monsters of the same type, the difference is significant to aspiring monsters.

And, there was similar information in my memory.

‘King Slime.’

It is a very large slime that was summoned out of nowhere in a dungeon during the second round.

Not only is it large, but it can also divide green slimes from its body and control them.

The tenacity is also enormous.

The king slime ignited the adventurers’ sense of challenge.

Even if you kill a regular big slime, your skills will be recognized.

What if the slime is much bigger than that?

Needless to say, it would be recognized as the best and attract all kinds of attention.

However, that slime was not at a level that an ordinary adventurer could deal with.

After defeating numerous challenges, the giant slime was trapped in the dungeon for a year.

People even gave him the nickname ‘King Slime’.

In the end, adventurers who were already quite famous had to step forward.

The time when that king slime appeared exactly coincides with the time when Vivian is taking the exam.

Also, that dungeon is on the test site list.

Additionally.

From what I’ve seen, Vivian’s power is enough to deal with King Slime.

And one more thing.

Sylvia made a brilliant debut by killing the first Big Slime in one hit during her first temporary exam.

Vivian could similarly make a name for herself.

Since it is a much larger object than Big Slime, it may be more flashy.

Test registration starts next week.

I don’t know which dungeon it is, so I can go quickly and apply.

“I, Ian?”

“Huh? Yes?”

It was Vivian’s voice.

“Why are you smiling like that? ?”

Well, it was like that.

Vivian looks at him suspiciously.

There was no strange meaning.

“I was thinking about a future where Vivian passes the exam.”

“E, A… .”

“Is it true? Can’t you believe it?”

“No! I believe it.”

If you answer confidently, it seems like you think you have a chance.

Actually, failing 10 times means seeing other people pass 10 times.

This will give you an idea of what level you can pass.

“But why did you call me? It looks like you have something to say.”

“Ah. I think I need to use my mana more efficiently to reduce its size, but I’m not sure how… ..”

Oh, I guess I didn’t tell you that because I was thinking about the test.

Anyway, now I know what to do, and I can even think and consult on my own.

I like it because it grows quickly.

“Is there any magic you showed kids before?”

“This?”

When Vivian drew a rainbow with her hands, sparkling ice crystals formed.

Well, you do it as lightly as breathing… .

Sprinkling small amounts of elemental crystals is a technique so trivial that it can hardly be called magic.

Not many people know how to do it, and no one is willing to do it.

This is because there is nothing as practical as a stone.

However, there is nothing like it when it comes to learning the fine sense of mana handling.

“Imagine making that decision bigger and stronger.”

Since it is not a magic that was originally intended to have killing power, even if you want to pour more mana, it will not work as you wish.

Therefore, if you think about how to grant mana, more precise control becomes possible.

It may not be possible in one day, but it will be helpful if you practice consistently.

“Oh, oh… . I think I know something!”

yes? already?

“Oh, aha… . Like this, um… .”

Vivian’s eyes lit up and she transformed the ice crystal in front of her in various ways.

I could barely stop myself from clearing my throat.

I’m shocked.

Who would look at this woman and think that she is someone who failed the provisional exam 10 times… .

Considering her past, it’s not that strange.

It’s a pity, but we live in a world where even efforts have to be made smartly.

She just didn’t know how.

Vivian then embroidered flickering flames beneath the ice crystals.

“… … .”

I watched it in silence.

Do you know what you did now?

Complex multicasting.

I think I’ve seen the basics of using multiple types of magic at once… .

It’s still just eye candy for kids, but there’s no telling how far it will grow in the future.

“I think I know! I’ve never had anything like this before, but it’s so amazing that everything turned out the way I set out after meeting Ian!”

Vivian said with a bright smile.

Why are you doing that again?

“Ah, sinful man… .”

Mercy, whose complexion was still pale, muttered.

Just do that.

Katy, why is he glaring at me again?

“I hope you do well on the exam. I’ll upload it.”

“Yes!”

*

Use magic in 14 days and then again for 7 days.

The daily schedule was similar, but a lot of things changed.

First, people recognize it.

Me and Vivian too.

He even recognizes Mercy and Kati.

It got so bad that Mercy just had to hide it in her pocket when she went out.

It’s a good thing if you just find out.

Are you saying that you haven’t joined the guild yet, or that your skills will improve even further if you take classes?

There are still seats left at the party, but I have no intention of taking them.

Thanks to Katy, there were no shameless things blocking the road, but it was annoying.

Vivian felt awkward around the crowds of people, but gradually got used to it.

I feel good because it seems like many people recognize me.

Since you will be surrounded by more people later, it wouldn’t be a bad idea to get used to it early.

There was also an aspiring runner who followed Vivian in training.

No one followed until the end.

Vivian is now able to run 30 laps a day.

Finally, the day of submission came.

*

There is something I learned while living here.

The thing is that the name Philip is much more famous than I thought.

Next, Penny, the master of the Manager’s Guild, is famous.

Both of them are known as role models for managers.

Still, compared to Philip, Penny was far inferior.

Fortunately, Ian’s name was not that famous.

As Vivian said, it seems only those who know know.

Another thing I learned is that there are quite a few managers who follow Penny’s lead.

That unlucky face that narrows its eyes, smiles sadly, and respects it.

I don’t know why they say that shit.

I don’t want to know, and I don’t want to see.

The problem is that Felix, who is next to me right now, has that kind of face.

Vivian’s former manager.

This is one of the buildings of the training center and is the exam reception area.

The receptionist in front checked with me again.

“Manager Ian. There is only one aspirant, Vivian. Test Center 4. Is this correct?”

“That’s right.”

This is the very dungeon where King Slime will appear.

Felix also immediately applied for the same exam center.

They were waiting at the entrance even before the application was accepted, so I guess they were aiming for this.

It’s so obvious.

“Oh my, we happened to end up in the same place.”

Damn coincidences… .

The way she talks about scratching her insides is also similar to Penny’s.

To be honest, it was a long way off compared to Penny.

“I’m looking forward to the day of the test.”

“Vivian, are you hungry?”

“Yes!”

“Let’s go.”

I came here before I even had breakfast because I was afraid that the test site would be stolen.

Actually, I could have left Vivian to eat and come alone, but she insisted that we have to eat together.

“… … .”

I hear the sound of teeth grinding behind me.

When I left the reception area, Mercy and Katy were waiting outside.

“Did it go well?”

“What, there is no such thing as going well.”

“Still, in that case, I’m going to answer that it went well.”

“Yes, it went so well that I was worried. Let’s go now.”

Kati glared at the inside of the reception room door.

I understand why Felix didn’t talk to me outside.

“Kathi, stop it.”

“Yes.”

The day before the temporary exam.

“You sent me a gift?”

A clerk from Taylor’s store came to visit.

It was the same old clerk who brought Vivian clothes last time.

The well-dressed man smiled softly and handed something long.

It was an object wrapped in a clean white cloth.

“This is for Vivian.”

“Yes? Me?”

“Let’s check it out.”

Vivian looked at me.

“Take it.”

“Yes, yes then… .”

Vivian very carefully removed the white cloth.

There was a wand inside it.

It was not an ordinary wand, but a magic wand used by wizards.

“This, this… .”

“It is a staff made from a linden tree. More details here.”

The clerk took out a clean piece of parchment from his pocket.

It was a letter written by Taylor himself.

[Ian! Sister Vivian! I’m sending this because I think I’ll have a test tomorrow! I also received a gift, so why would I use something like this? They say it helps circulate mana in the mana circuit, but I don’t know how much it will help since Ian seems to have already trained the circuit well… . Still, I would appreciate it if you could write well! Cheer up for the test!]

[P.s. Be sure to come back when you find the next member!]

It just happens to be perfect, right?

Although much better than before, Vivian’s circuitry is still not perfect.

Vivian said it felt a bit awkward.

From that subtle point onwards, I had to figure it out on my own.

For Vivian, it’s a staff that helps with mana circulation.

Vivian had tears in her eyes as she received the cane.

“Thank you… . thank you so much… . Well, I’m like this… . Oh, no… .”

A few teardrops fell on the cane.

“Ugh! No, this is a precious new item… !”

Then he wiped his wand with his sleeve.

“I, I, I want to write a reply for a moment! It will be soon! Can you wait?!”

The clerk smiled generously at Vivian, who was in a hurry.

“Any amount.”

“Well, I’ll write it soon!”

Mercy followed, patting her and helping her write the letter.

Katy was lying down at my feet, staring at me.

The clerk tilted his head towards me.

“Ian also has something to say.”

“To me? Taylor?”

“Yes. I heard that one of the people taking the test with me was a man named Felix.”

“Yes, that’s right.”

“That guy named Felix… .”

*

Vivian thanked me for a long time after handing me the letter.

Anyone who sees it will think that Taylor is in front of him.

The clerk smiled as if Vivian was cute and walked away.

After asking Vivian to go to bed early, I went into the room alone.

Thinking about tomorrow’s exam, I recalled what I heard earlier.

‘Felix… . ‘He’s a fun guy.’

***

The day of the temporary hero promotion test.

In front of Test Center 4.

Where the dungeon manager and test guide are waiting.

“This is Manager Ian.”

“I’m Vivian, an aspiring wizard.”

Ian and Vivian arrived.

‘at las… .’

Dressed in a white robe and a cone hat.

Vivian was proud, even holding the cane she had received as a gift from Taylor.