This examination doesn't feel like they were looking for a craftsman at all. It felt like the test was similar to military or mercenary organizations.
All of them except Wallace were not able to appreciate the Grand Arcanist's congratulations due to their exhaustion.
Especially Merlin Hermes, he was heavily panting even after Slaine stopped the pressure bearing down on them.
It seems that although he had reached the 2nd place, he had pushed himself too hard. As his eyes landed on Wallace, a hint of furiousness can be seen and detected by his Divine Sense.
'What did I do to this guy?'