"Sorry, I'm late. Is it still in time for me to go in and watch the ceremony?"
As evening gradually approached, at the southern gate of Silver Gallery, a fashionable blonde girl was explaining herself to the guards at the entrance. "There was an emergency at home during the day, so I had no choice but to deal with it. But since my student is taking this examination, I still want to see the outcome. Here is my invitation. Could you possibly..."
"Under normal circumstances, that would not be permitted, ma'am. Her Majesty has already entered, and allowing other guests to enter after Her Majesty would be disrespectful."
The Examination Institute staff member at the gate took the invitation from the girl and carefully checked it over. "However, I understand how you feel. If you only wish to see your student's performance, then as long as you do not enter the viewing seats after coming in and only watch from elsewhere, it will not violate the rules."
"Really? That's wonderful!"
The blonde girl's brows lifted, and delight surfaced in her weary eyes, dark circles heavy beneath them. "Thank you so much. I was wondering what I was supposed to do in a situation like this..."
"Haha, after all, it's Queen Year. We can make allowances where we can."
The magical girl responsible for security waved her hand with an air of it being no trouble at all. "But our superior gave us prior instructions, so checking the invitation alone isn't enough. We also have to verify your Certification Card and your personal mana fluctuations. I think it's a little excessive too... but let's follow the procedure. Did you bring your Certification Card with you?"
"Ah... my Certification Card?"
The blonde girl froze slightly, then lowered her head and began searching