Inter-Academy Festival

The student council room was abuzz with the anticipation of Clara Asher's arrival. As the door swung open, all eyes turned toward the entrance. There, framed by the doorway, stood Clara herself, an enigmatic presence that seemed to command attention effortlessly.

Her entrance was marked by an air of quiet confidence, a poised demeanor that exuded a certain gravity. Clara's attire was elegant yet practical, a testament to her ability to seamlessly blend sophistication and functionality. The way she carried herself spoke volumes – every step deliberate, every movement purposeful.

Clara's gaze swept over the room, her crimson eyes holding a mix of curiosity and focus. As her gaze landed on Zero, a subtle hint of recognition flashed in her eyes, almost as if she remembered their previous interactions. Her lips curved into a polite smile, a gesture that managed to convey warmth while maintaining an air of mystery.

The room seemed to hold its breath, the tension of the moment palpable. Luna, ever the observant one, was quick to break the silence. "Speak of the devil, and she shall appear," she quipped, a playful tone in her voice.

Clara's smile deepened, and her voice was laced with a quiet amusement. "I do hope I'm not interrupting anything important."

Sarah, the vice-president, stood up from her seat, a welcoming gesture. "Not at all, Clara. We were just discussing some matters. Please, have a seat."

As Clara gracefully took the offered seat, Zero couldn't help but be captivated by her presence. There was an aura of intrigue surrounding her, a sense that there was more to Clara Asher than met the eye.

As Clara gracefully settled into her chair, Zero found himself captivated by her aura. There was an enigmatic quality about her, an impression that beneath her poised exterior lay layers of complexity.

Sarah gestured towards Zero, her tone friendly as she introduced the newcomer. "Clara, I'm not sure if you're aware, but we have a new student council member. This is Zero, Junior please introduce yourself."

Zero introduced himself, "My name is Zero Elsher, Rank 1 class 1."

Clara's gaze shifted to Zero, her eyes holding a contemplative curiosity. "It's a pleasure to meet you, Zero," she greeted with a gracious nod. "I never expected you to be eager that much to join the council Zero" She smiled.

Zero offered a respectful nod in return with a smile.

Curiosity piqued, Luna pressed further. "Have the two of you met before?"

Zero's gaze met Clara's, a hint of recognition passing between them. "Yes, we have," he replied. "I encountered Clara in front of the library before the physical exam started."

Sarah's voice carried a warm undertone. "It's moments like these that remind us of the interconnectedness within the academy. Welcome, Clara. We're delighted to have you join us."

Clara inclined her head graciously. "Thank you, Senior. I look forward to contributing to the council's endeavors."

Sarah, with her diplomatic skills, continued the conversation smoothly. "Let us start the meeting shall we? The president won't be joining us but he will get information about this meeting so there is no need to worry."

The focus shifted to the matter at hand – the upcoming festival that had garnered the student council's attention. The room seemed to shift its energy, the weight of the discussions ahead hanging in the air.

"As some of you may already know," Sarah began, her voice carrying an authoritative yet inviting tone, "our academy is participating in an inter-academy festival. This festival involves eight different academies, and the twist is that only the first-year students will be representing their respective institutions."

Luna's eyes widened with interest, and she leaned forward slightly. "So, it's a competition among academies to showcase the talents of their first-year students?"

Sarah nodded, acknowledging Luna's understanding. "Exactly. Each academy will have the chance to showcase the exceptional skills of their first-year students in various disciplines."

Jackson, the treasurer, spoke up, his analytical mind already processing the details. "How will the representatives be selected?"

Sarah's gaze shifted to him, her response calculated. "That's where our role as the student council comes in. We will facilitate the selection process. The goal is to pick five representatives who excel in their respective fields and can represent our academy with distinction."

Luna's eyes sparkled with anticipation. "This sounds like a fantastic opportunity to showcase the diverse talents of our first-year students. But when will this festival take place?"

Sarah leaned back in her chair, her fingers steepled thoughtfully. "The festival is scheduled to take place after the midterm exams. That gives us approximately three months to prepare."

Clara's voice, measured and thoughtful, joined the discussion. "It's crucial that we identify students with exceptional abilities in various domains. We should encourage a broad representation of talents."

Zero's gaze turned contemplative. "Are there specific categories or disciplines in which the representatives will compete?"

Sarah nodded, her gaze sweeping across the room. "Indeed. The festival will feature categories such as arts, sciences, sports, cultural presentations, and more. Each academy's representatives will participate in these diverse fields."

Luna's enthusiasm was palpable as she leaned forward, her eyes gleaming. "This festival is not only an opportunity to showcase our academy's talents but also to foster camaraderie among first-year students."

Sarah's smile was encouraging. "Exactly, Luna. It's a chance for our students to interact with peers from other academies, to learn from one another, and to celebrate the spirit of healthy competition."

As the conversation flowed, ideas were exchanged, opinions shared, and plans began to take shape. As Zero already knows this information from his previous life can't help but think that it will not be easy, NSE Academy has been known as the best academy in Korea, last year they won but just barely since the competition was very fierce.

In his previous life, Zero wasn't able to participate in the competition because he was very average, The one to participate was his friend Mike instead, the NSE academy team was Mike, Aurelia Storm, Orion Hale, Maxwell Thorn, and Liam Fortis. The academies ranking that was in Zero previous life were,

1st place, Solstice Academy

Symbol: Sunburst

2nd place, Astral Institute

Symbol: Crescent Moon

3rd place, Cascade Preparatory

Symbol: Waterfall

4th place, NSE Academy

Symbol: Phoenix

5th place, Embercrest School of Excellence

Symbol: Flame

6th place, Verdant Heights Academy

Symbol: Leafy Tree

7th place, Ringles Academy

Symbol: Interlocking Circles

8th place, Celestial Academy

Symbol: Star Constellation

and the result was.... total decapitation... NSE Academy placed fourth place, against the other academy, it was the worse performance that the NSE Academy has ever shown.