That voice left Allen stunned for a moment.
"Please note: your first task is now being issued. Win the grand prize in the Quality Quidditch Supplies event. Good luck—I believe in you."
The system's voice was practically a benefit in itself. Its ethereal tone was especially soothing, easing Allen's nervousness.
"But what penalty will there be if I fail the task?"
"There will be no punishment. However, if you fail the first task, the system will no longer serve its host."
"Uh... is there any outside assistance?" It was a threat delivered without the slightest trace of emotion, and it effectively made Allen tense up at once.
"To help the host better adapt to the Super Scholar System, we have prepared a beginner's gift pack. It is located in the storage compartment. Please do your best, host."
"How do I open the storage compartment?"
The moment he thought of the storage compartment, an alternate space resembling one created by an Undetectable Extension Charm appeared in Allen's mind.
Only three items lay within that space.
One was an ancient parchment scroll tied with a red cord; one was a wizard's robe; and the last was a book.
Allen chose to open the parchment first. The red cord fell away on its own, and the scroll unfurled to reveal the words: "Invincible Aura—15 Minutes."
Function: Can pause time, or be used all at once. During the period covered by the aura, the host can gain luck stronger than Felix Felicis, enhanced magical power, and temporarily acquire the wisdom and knowledge of wizards from ancient times.
There was always a way out! This ability had practically been tailor-made for completing the first task!
"Use the aura for three minutes." Without a doubt, Allen chose to use it.
A clear current flowed out from the storage compartment. Allen felt clearer-headed than ever before, along with the wonderful sensation that everything in the world was under his control.
"Are you ready?" the shop assistant urged.
"We can begin." Allen could hardly wait.
"What is the Incendio Incantation?"
"When Jupiter meets Venus, what does it signify?"
"What are the habits of Devil's Snare?"
Thirty questions on History of Magic, Astronomy, Arithmancy, and more were all answered successfully by Allen within three minutes.
His smooth answering rhythm left the surrounding onlookers utterly dumbfounded.
Ron was so excited he could barely contain himself. Not only were his red hair, freckled cheeks, and ears all flushed bright red.
"Congratulations! You have won our grand prize: a special edition Flying Broomstick—Neptune!"
The shop assistant presented a noble, mysterious broomstick in silvery starlight colors.
Although Allen had never touched a Flying Broomstick before, he could still tell that this was an exceptionally fine one.
The curve of the broomstick's tail already looked comfortable, while its sleek lines ensured its speed. The softly tanned lambskin around the handle seemed to call for its owner's caress!
"This is the finest broom in the Magical World—its performance is even better than the mass-produced Nimbus series! Allen, can I touch it?" Ron was so excited that he could barely speak coherently.
"Of course!" Allen handed the broomstick to Ron without hesitation. Ron looked as if he could barely breathe from excitement, cradling Neptune as though it were a priceless treasure.
"Could you please go to the Leaky Cauldron and find Mr. Owen Harris—my father? Could you ask him to come here?" In this situation, an adult had to step in.
"It would be my pleasure!" The shop assistant had clearly been completely won over by Allen's strength.
He gave a few instructions to a small, nimble shop assistant, who darted toward the Leaky Cauldron with the agility of a monkey.
By the time Ron had drunkenly stroked Neptune for the tenth time, Mr. Harris finally interrupted his endless praise.
"Good heavens, I can hardly believe it." Mr. Harris stared at his son in disbelief.
"Dad, why don't we go home first and talk there?" Allen suddenly had a headache. How was he supposed to explain this to his family?
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