Chapter 237: Celebration*

Professor Xiant stared at Anput with hard eyes, making the Jackalkin gulp as he sighed.

"Lady Anput, you..."

Jahi narrowed her eyes as she stared at Anput, hope and annoyance warring inside those amethyst eyes of hers.

Leone had pursed her lips, her crimson eyes alternating between Professor Xiant and Anput, her fingers tapping silently against the desk as she awaited the answer.

My heart was pounding in my chest as I watched on, not knowing how I would react if she failed.

Would she accept being tossed from the Academy?

The first two years were more like standardized schooling, but afterwards you gain access to some of the most brilliant minds in the Empire, each of which is willing to teach you about whatever you want.

Losing access to this veritable treasure trove of knowledge would stunt her growth, but...