The enormous examination hall was already packed with people.
All eyes turned in unison and fixed on Uchiha Qin Yu, carrying a hint of eagerness.
They were desperate to find out what this arrogant man, who spouted nonsense and boasted that his name would resound across Ishgar, was actually capable of.
However, Qin Yu's complete lack of reaction visibly stunned the onlookers.
"What, don't want to embarrass yourself too early? Don't worry, embarrassment is embarrassing no matter when it happens. If you were afraid of being humiliated, you shouldn't have made such outrageous claims in public in front of Lord Jura."
"That's right. If you apologize to Lord Jura in public now, we'll all forgive you."
"Young man, this is a lesson in what should and should not be said. Otherwise, it'll be too late for regrets."
The hall instantly erupted into noise.
Seeing how one-sided the situation had become, Lucy's cheeks flushed as she instinctively tightened her grip on Hyuga Hanabi's hand.
"Lucy, don't worry. Lord Qin Yu said that facts speak louder than words. Just wait—they'll be so shocked their jaws will drop."
Hyuga Hanabi patted Lucy's hand first and said with a smile.
Lucy was baffled as she looked at Hanabi's almost inexplicable trust.
Had she been brainwashed?
Right now, Hanabi gave Lucy the impression that Qin Yu was capable of anything.
Whenever it involved Uchiha Qin Yu, Hanabi's first words were always—
"Don't worry! Lord Qin Yu can definitely do it!"
"Are you Uchiha Qin Yu? Why aren't you taking the test? Are you afraid of embarrassing yourself in public?"
Ultear asked with a dark expression.
"Our Magic Council values talent, but we do not have much time for you to waste. If you truly lack confidence, withdraw now and attend another council's assessment yourself."
"Sieglein