Chapter 527 - 525: Exchange Student? Are You Sure She’s Not a Captive?

Phil’s fearful expression, mixed with the inability to resist, amused Rose.

So every time he spoke to her, it was in an indisputable commanding tone.

This time was no different.

Even though Phil was nervous and scared, she obediently followed Rose to a secluded place.

Afterward, Rose tossed a plan in front of her.

"You’ve now been expanded by the power of the Abyss, and already have the qualifications to become the vessel for my descent. This is your improvement plan for the next month: complete all your academic studies, comprehend the magic power of nature, increase the refinement level of your magic power to 120%, and then advance to the fourth tier."

Phil’s eyes widened.

"This... I can’t do it, can I?"

"Cancel your consultations."

"No... I can’t." Phil said nervously.

Rose raised an eyebrow.

Such a timid refusal?

"You have to do it even if you think you can’t."

"I will meet the requirements, but... I refuse to cancel the treatment." Phil lowered her head.

Rose chuckled softly, "Hehe, then let me see how far you can go."

If Phil was so persistent, let her persist.

There are two other Holy Daughters, should I go through the same process with all of them?

Rose thought for a moment and shook his head, not planning to do so.

Encore and Doris don’t measure up to Phil and Benovia. Benovia possesses the most resources and the strongest mind, giving her talents superior even to Hilia thanks to her memory and reading ability, coupled with her lack of need to study runes and other miscellaneous things, her progress in power is not inferior to Hilia’s.

Adding Rose’s ’Inspiration,’ although her progress couldn’t match Hilia’s real assistance, it was not far off.

Not to mention Phil, her previous sacrifice gave her a fifth-tier experience card, providing her with unique insights into high-level combat power. Her magic power’s refinement level was honed by substantial Abyssal pollution, reaching a high level of refinement.

After such a long period of rest, her strength steadily increased, reaching the threshold of advancement, which was an opportunity Hilia could only dream of.

Without Rose’s protection of her body, the fifth-tier Abyssal pollution would’ve killed her on the spot; even if she survived, she would’ve become a wreck or a junior version of the Abyss Princess relying on demonic qi pollution to live.

"The other two don’t need special guidance. If they see how hard these three are working, they’ll naturally be motivated. If they’re not, and remain slackers, I’ll observe for a bit longer."

Rose was in no rush, as he still hadn’t acquired the Main God Divine Format necessary for completing the summoning ritual. They would need to wait for Hilia to reach the fourth tier before attempting further.

At that point, Phil would proceed first, and the others would follow later.

After contacting Phil and assigning her task, Rose manipulated the Magic Puppet to return to Hilia’s dormitory.

Meanwhile, Hilia was still grinding away in her studies, unaware Rose had left for a while.

The next day, school officially started.

On the first day of the semester, there wasn’t much need to learn anything. The school mentors mingled lively with the students, discussing the events of their vacations.

The biggest thing that happened over the break was the fall of the Deep Sea Mutual Aid Association and the Holy Court army’s march southward.

Many school mentors participated in the former event, including Alina, who was presently handling the barrage of questions from students.

And Hilia... was studying.

Her friends saw her dedication, and some were inspired, immediately pulling out their books.

But they soon admitted defeat.

In the noisy environment, studying was nearly impossible.

Even Hilia was somewhat distracted.

As she pondered ways to block the noise, Alina’s voice reached her ear.

"Oh, and by the way, tomorrow a transfer student from Blue Dragon Magic Academy will join us. She’ll be assigned to our class, so everyone should make sure she feels welcome."

"A transfer student? What’s that about?" Hilia couldn’t help but look up at Alina.

The other students also showed interested expressions.

Alina smiled slightly and said, "Our school has engaged in some magical collaboration with Blue Dragon Magic Academy, from which we acquired Dragon Language Magic study materials. Your upcoming courses may include Dragon Language Magic, and this transfer student is here specifically to showcase it to all of you."

"Dragon Language Magic?"

The crowd was stunned.

But some had no idea what it was.

"What’s Dragon Language Magic?"

Alina smiled and explained, "It’s inspired by the ancient Dragon Race, a kind of magic based on our existing magic system, but more powerful than conventional spells. If you follow the Mage League, you’d know the Blue Dragon Magic Academy team has won several championships, their streak only broken by us last year. They use Dragon Language Magic."

Saying anything else might be beyond imagination, but mentioning Blue Dragon Magic Academy’s championship streak in the Mage League, everyone understood.

Nothing is more convincing than consecutive championships.

But there were also dissenting opinions.

"If Dragon Language Magic is so strong, why did our school beat them this year?"

Alina smiled and said, "That’s because our dear Hilia is even stronger."

Everyone looked at Hilia, who blinked.

How did the topic suddenly switch to me?

Alina continued, "Hilia, you should really interact with that transfer student when she arrives. It seems she admires you and explicitly requested to be in your class."

The class cheered.

Hilia: "?"

Alina added, "Oh, by the way, that student’s name is Aurora, and she’s quite beautiful."

The cheers grew louder.

Hilia: "..."

Whatever.

But Dragon Language Magic and a transfer from Blue Dragon Magic Academy...

Hilia felt this matter must be related to the Holy Court’s recent southward move.

There might be negotiations involved.

That means this Aurora’s status isn’t simple.

She’s my admirer?

Are you sure she’s not here because the school’s defeat made her want to pick a fight?

Hilia thought back carefully, not recalling an ’Aurora’ in that competing team; she’s not Laine’s wing.

Hilia pondered for a moment, then considered maybe she should start taking leave from tomorrow.

It didn’t matter where she studied since she didn’t necessarily have to attend class.

After all, if she didn’t understand something, she could directly ask Rose. That was much better than any school mentor.

As Hilia made her decision, Rose’s voice rang in her mind: "No need for that, this Aurora is quite interesting, there’s no harm in interacting with her."

Hilia was stunned, warily asking, "Could it be that Aurora’s god contract rate is 100% too?"

Rose chuckled lightly and nodded, "Yes."

Hilia looked at Rose begrudgingly, "Alright then."

Why are all the ones with a 100% god contract rate girls?