The Three Major Examinations!

"What?" Link asked in surprise. "Isn't the assessment yet to begin? How did those two manage to enter the academy ahead of time? And they're even able to use the 'Magic Tower' as a training resource within the academy?"

The so-called "Magic Tower" is a common type of magical structure in the Roland Continent. Its principle lies in mages utilizing their immense magical power to create various powerful and dangerous biological projections, which are then placed inside the tower! Once a practitioner enters the "Magic Tower," they can engage in combat with these perilous foes!

Since the creatures within the Magic Tower are merely magical projections, practitioners do not face any life-threatening risks, yet they can gain ample experience and training—truly a marvel! Link, having integrated the memories of his predecessor, was well-acquainted with the Magic Tower, which was familiar to everyone on the Roland Continent.

"This is precisely what I wanted to warn you about!" At this moment, Aileen's expression turned serious as she spoke in a low voice. "The 'Three Radiant Sons' are extremely famous in our Radiant Empire. Although they are also participating in the entrance assessment for the 'Imperial Training Academy,' their involvement feels more like a formality!"

At this point, Aileen raised her head, took a deep breath, and continued, "In fact, over a year ago, the headmaster of the Imperial Training Academy, Morton, had already accepted the 'Three Radiant Sons' as his personal disciples. This time, their early entry into the Magic Tower for further training is likely Morton's way of enhancing the reputation of the 'Imperial Training Academy,' allowing them to strengthen their abilities before the assessment, thus making a stunning impression!"

"I see!" At last, Link understood! No wonder, after being in the imperial capital for so long, the "Golden War Lion" Leo hadn't come looking for trouble! After all, he had extorted a full ten thousand gold coins from him! Given Leo's ruthless nature, having directly attacked his cousin without hesitation, it was hard to believe he would let Link off the hook!

"Miss Aileen, thank you once again for your kindness, but this entrance assessment for the 'Imperial Training Academy' is of great significance to me, so I must go!" Link added confidently, "And to be honest, I don't think much of those so-called 'Three Radiant Sons'!"

"Aren't you being a bit too careless, Link…" Aileen seemed ready to say more, but Link quickly changed the subject. "By the way, Miss Aileen, there's something else I'd like to ask you!"

"What is it?" Aileen asked instinctively.

"I'd like to know what the entrance assessment for the 'Imperial Training Academy' entails," Link inquired.

At this moment, there were only two days left until the entrance assessment for the 'Imperial Training Academy'! As the saying goes, knowing oneself and one's enemy ensures victory in every battle! Although Link had absolute confidence in his own strength, it was always wise to prepare thoroughly.

"Oh, so that's what you wanted to know!" Aileen realized, having been led off-topic by Link, and patiently explained, "The 'Imperial Training Academy' is the most powerful training academy in our Radiant Empire. The assessment rules vary from year to year, but ultimately, they always boil down to three main categories!"

"What are the three categories?" Link quickly asked.

"The first is the speed assessment; the second is the hunting assessment; and the third is the arena assessment!" Aileen recited as if she were listing her family treasures.

"Oh?" Link raised an eyebrow as Aileen continued, "The speed assessment, as the name suggests, evaluates the speed and adaptability of the participating students; the hunting assessment tests their overall combat abilities. As for the arena assessment, that is optional, because as long as one passes the first two assessments, they are generally accepted into the 'Imperial Training Academy.'"

"If passing the first two assessments is enough for admission, then what's the point of the third arena assessment?" Link asked, puzzled.

"Link, you may not realize this," Aileen said with a wry smile. "The arena assessment is actually the highlight of each entrance assessment for the 'Imperial Training Academy' and a golden opportunity for those impoverished commoner students to soar to greatness!"

"How so?" Link's curiosity was piqued by Aileen's words.

"Since the arena assessment is optional, those brave enough to participate are undoubtedly practitioners with absolute confidence in their abilities," Aileen explained solemnly. "Moreover, each year, the arena assessment attracts most of the powerful nobles in the empire to come and watch, and even the emperor himself may make an appearance!"