The Mid-Term Exam (5) Same Start Point

Elara walked through the quiet halls of the Magic Tower University, her expression as calm and composed as ever, but inside, frustration was building. The psychokinetic energy she was using to keep her exam paper floating ahead of her flickered, a testament to her growing irritation. Her mind whirred with calculations, possibilities, and strategies, yet despite her incredible intellect, she found herself stuck.

"Mana Weave Combination," she muttered under her breath, her eyes locked on the third question on the paper. The words almost taunted her now, daring her to figure out how to combine two spells as incompatible as a fireball and a water shield. She had already solved the first two questions, though not without effort. Now, her progress was halted by a puzzle that gnawed at her precision-driven mind.