Chapter 36: Thunderous Applause

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

Dean Jaeger took his work very seriously and could not tolerate any mistakes. He had a hot temper and was known for his strictness.

“The origin of magic does date back 2,500 years ago, and those old books in the library of the academy have recorded it.”

“Not a single one of you bothered to flip through and take a look.”

“Zhang Xing’s understanding, or rather, his objective explanation based on his own comprehension, is correct. He didn’t simply regurgitate the theories from the books.”

“Of course, what he said is not entirely comprehensive. After all, he has only been studying for a month, and he is only six years old.”

“But it was this six-year-old who gave you a hard lesson by fiercely slapping your faces today.”

“With his theoretical level, he can totally be your instructor.”

“I’ve emphasized time and time again that learning magic isn’t something easy, and we can’t blindly pursue innovation.”

“When I talk about innovation, it’s about seeking breakthroughs based on a solid foundation of knowledge, not cherry-picking or imagining things out of thin air!”

After a pause, Dean Jaeger softened his tone and continued, “That’s all I wanted to say. Carry on.”

After finishing his statement, Dean Jaeger walked to the entrance and greeted the other high-ranking members of the academy, who were sitting in the audience area, attentively listening to the new students’ answers.

“Students, because our instructors made a wrong judgment just now, we apologize to everyone here.”

“When you make a mistake, you need to acknowledge it, learn from it, whether you are an instructor or a student.”

“For the second question, Zhang Xing will be given one point, while Clive will have one point deducted. However, Clive’s theoretical level is also excellent, and I hope this deduction won’t affect his performance in the subsequent questions.”

After Sorina finished speaking, she led the applause, and the meaning behind it was self-evident.

The entire examination hall was immediately filled with thunderous applause, especially from the ten judges who were instructors. Their palms turned red from the clapping.

They had to put in more effort. If even the dean and the high-ranking officials were applauding, how could they not perform well in the future?

“Let’s continue with the exam. Please listen to the fourth question!”

Looking at the students, Zhang Xing appeared calm and relaxed, while Clive perked up, showing a nervous expression.

“Please state your understanding of Instantaneous Magic. Begin!”

Ding!

“Student Zhang Xing, please answer!”

Amidst the envious gazes of his classmates and the astonished looks of the instructors, Zhang Xing calmly stood up.

“The so-called Instantaneous Magic is the utilization of pure medium to cast spells.”

“In this context, there are two concepts involved: pure medium and constructed symbols, but I won’t explain them one by one.”

“Many of you may have seen or heard that some powerful mages don’t even need to chant spells. They can casually cast spells one after another as easily as throwing stones.”

“It’s commonly believed that these mages have reached the pinnacle of understanding magic and have comprehended the essence of the spell.”

“It’s not entirely wrong to think that way, but in reality, it’s impossible.”

“No one can directly utilize pure medium to release magic.”

“The great figures we admire, who can perform Instantaneous Magic, also require time to cast their spells. Among them, there are variations in speed as well.”

At this point, some of the old guys in the gallery nodded in agreement.

Taer had been staring at the back and quickly followed suit, nodding and showing an approving expression.

“From my understanding, the reason why they can cast spells so quickly is because they use spell array-type magic. Each array and symbol becomes a constructed symbol.”

“These constructed symbols are like blueprints that have long been stored in their minds.”

“If all of you have these arrays and symbols in your minds, Instantaneous Magic will no longer be a dream!”

“That’s my answer!”

Boom!

Dean Jaeger was the first to stand up and applaud, followed by the high-ranking members of the academy, the judging instructors, and all the students.

The applause lasted for a long time!