So I Became a Witch and Started Doing Daily Quests

Chapter 433 : White Ballet Shoes Club

Although the freshman entrance ceremony and the graduation ceremony for the upperclassmen were held together on the same day, under the presiding of Anthony-Blackcrow, the overall efficiency was still very good.In less than an hour, the ceremony had already reached its conclusion.

"Although the mandatory courses in the third year will be greatly reduced, this period is still very important. Especially for those who have yet to advance to a Second Tier Wizard Apprentice, I suggest you focus more on meditation——"

At this point, several upperclassmen who had not yet broken through to the level of Second Tier Wizard Apprentice couldn’t help but lower their heads.

According to the rules of White Coral Academy, if third-year students still had not advanced to Second Tier Wizard Apprentice by the end of the next academic year, their student status would be revoked. Even if they reached graduation age, they would be unable to receive a diploma.

And without a diploma, for Wizard Apprentices of the academy faction, it would undoubtedly be a huge setback.

Especially when they sought to join other organizations for a livelihood, the lack of a certificate from the academy meant they would be treated no differently from those wild Wizard Apprentices.

"Here, I want to once again welcome the new students to White Coral Academy. At the same time, I also wish those who are moving on to the next grade, as well as the upperclassmen who are graduating from White Coral Academy, all the best in the future——."

"Of course, let me remind you as well—during the upcoming two-month winter break, be sure to stay safe. Don’t recklessly engage in dangerous activities. Otherwise, don’t expect me to come and collect your corpse——"

"Lastly, on the final day of the year, I wish everyone a Happy New Year!"

Clap clap clap clap! As soon as Anthony-Blackcrow finished speaking, thunderous applause once again filled the classroom.

"Alright, meeting adjourned. See you next year."

"See you."

As the blue-and-white flames ignited once more, in just the blink of an eye, Anthony-Blackcrow and the other professors disappeared in a flash of fire.

And without the presence of the wizards, the first-floor hall of the Magic Tower returned to its usual noisy state.

"Vivian, the White Ballet Shoes Club is having a dinner gathering tonight. Want to join us?"

Due to the delay of the graduation ceremony, it was rare for the members of the White Ballet Shoes Club to all be present. So, while everyone had yet to head home, Soro-Flare, the current president of the club, had organized a proper gathering for the last day of the year.

"Is that the academy organization you invited me to join before?"

"That’s right. Most of them are familiar faces."

Hearing Janna’s words, Vivian, who had originally planned to invite her to a private dinner at her home, paused for a moment in thought before nodding.

"I’ll go with you."

"Great. Then at six o’clock this evening, let’s meet directly at the Floral Rendezvous suite in Feathered String Tavern."

"No problem——"

After speaking, Vivian glanced at the other apprentices around her who were also busy socializing and tugged gently on Janna’s arm.

"Got any plans? Want to go shopping with me?"

Hearing Vivian’s question, Janna, who had originally intended to go to the library, also thought for a brief moment before readily accepting the invitation.

"Let’s go now then!"

"Janna."

Just as Vivian was about to drag Janna out of the Magic Tower, a low voice suddenly sounded from behind them.

"Senior, congratulations on finally graduating."

Seeing that it was Soro-Flare, who had just graduated, Janna smiled and offered her congratulations.

"Thanks. But you know, this isn’t exactly something I’m proud of."

Looking at the bitter smile on Soro-Flare’s face, Janna didn’t take it to heart and simply shook her head.

"It’s just a one-year graduation delay. That’s quite common in many Wizard Academies."

Soro-Flare, who was from the same cohort as Richard-Eva and Gawen-Toul, was a Third Tier Wizard Apprentice, yet he didn’t graduate last year and chose to stay another year instead.

"Senior, did you call me for something?"

"Nothing much. Just wanted to remind you not to forget about tonight’s dinner gathering——"

At this point, it was as if Soro-Flare had made some sort of decision. Looking into Janna’s eyes, he spoke somewhat nervously:

"Janna, are you free tomorrow evening? I’d like to invite you to my family’s New Year’s banquet—."

"Janna−"

Before Soro-Flare could finish, another voice interrupted.

"Janna, do you have time tomorrow evening? Would you do me the honor of having dinner with me—just the two of us?"

Looking at Maro-Heigel, who had suddenly interrupted, Soro-Flare’s expression visibly darkened.

"Don’t you know it’s rude to cut into someone else’s conversation?"

"Oh, it’s Senior Soro. Did I interrupt your conversation just now? My apologies, then."

Despite Soro-Flare’s anger, Maro-Heigel maintained his usual gentle and harmless demeanor. Though he apologized with his words, his gaze remained fixed firmly on Janna, showing no intention of backing down.

"Are you deaf or just pretending not to understand?"

Seeing the tension escalating between the two, Vivian, who had been standing by Janna’s side, frowned slightly and stepped forward assertively.

"Janna already has plans with me tomorrow evening——"

"I’m sorry, but I’ve already made plans with Vivian tomorrow night and won’t be able to accept either of your invitations."

Before Vivian could finish, Janna’s polite refusal rang clearly in the ears of both Soro-Flare and Maro-Heigel.

"That’s how it is. You’re both too late."

Seeing the stunned expressions on Soro-Flare and Maro-Heigel’s faces, Vivian still maintained a cold expression, though the smug satisfaction in her eyes was nearly overflowing.

"Looks like I’m still a step behind you this year, Vivian."

After the surprise, Maro-Heigel simply let out a free-spirited laugh at Janna’s rejection.

On the other hand, Soro-Flare, who had already been turned down by Janna several times, forcibly suppressed the disappointment in his eyes and gave her a nod.

"In that case, I’ll have to invite you again another time—Happy New Year, Janna."

"Happy New Year, Senior."

As for the unhidden emotions in Soro-Flare’s eyes, Janna maintained her usual graceful smile.

After a few more casual words, Janna and Vivian left the Magic Tower together, leaving only Soro-Flare and Maro-Heigel behind, quietly watching her retreating figure.

"What’s wrong? You’re already planning to leave?"

Just as Janna’s figure completely disappeared from view, Maro-Heigel, who had intended to leave, was suddenly called back by Soro-Flare.

"Senior, is there something you wish to discuss?"

Looking at the unfriendly smile on Soro-Flare’s face and his towering frame over 1.9 meters, Maro-Heigel, who stood barely 1.7 meters tall, still raised his head without flinching and looked him straight in the eye.

"Not really a discussion—I just thought we should have a good spar——"