[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-the-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy":3,"chapter-the-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-the-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-chapter-129":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","The Strongest Student of the Weakest Academy",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},1027435,1339,"Chapter 129: End Of Semester (XXXI)","the-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-chapter-129",129,"\u003Cp>After a few minutes...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alaine set the tray in front of me with a quiet clink.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Here you go, Master,\" she said softly, taking her seat across from me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I looked down at the food—steamed rice, some grilled meat, vegetables, and a bowl of soup. Simple, but it smelled good.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I picked up my spoon, stirring the soup absentmindedly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thanks.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I muttered, my mind still halfway stuck on the little encounter with Zeva.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alaine tilted her head slightly, watching me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Something wrong?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I sighed and shook my head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not really.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She didn't seem convinced, but she didn't push. Instead, she just picked up her spoon and started eating quietly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She's really thoughtful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just my type.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ahem.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a few minutes, we both just focused on our food, enjoying the break.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The cafeteria was lively, filled with the sound of chatter, the clinking of utensils, and the occasional bursts of laughter from groups of students.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was nice, in a way.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Peaceful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Or at least, it was peaceful until I heard an all-too-familiar voice approaching from behind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yo, Aestrea! Mind if we join you?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I already knew who it was before I even looked up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lucas.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I sighed through my nose and took another bite of my food before answering.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Didn't I just spend more than an hour teaching you? Why are you still following me?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lucas laughed as if I had told a joke and pulled out a chair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Come on, don't be like that! We figured we'd eat together, you know? As thanks for your wisdom, oh great teacher.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Behind him, the rest of the study group trailed in. Rose gave me an apologetic smile, Ella just nodded in greeting, and Maya waved cheerfully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Telmo and Leon… well, at least they weren't glaring this time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alaine blinked, clearly not expecting company.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I glanced at the empty seats around the table and sighed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Whatever.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lucas grinned, dropping his tray onto the table. \"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nice! Man, I'm starving.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The group settled in, and just like that, the quiet meal I was enjoying was over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lucas and Maya were chatting loudly about some duel they had watched earlier, while Rose was trying (and failing) to keep them focused on their upcoming exam.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I focused on my food, ignoring most of the conversation, until Lucas turned to me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"By the way, Aestrea,\" he said, leaning forward slightly, \"what were you doing during this Saturday? I didn't see you in the academy.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I paused, my spoon halfway to my mouth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I already didn't like where this was going.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I was training?\" I answered cautiously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lucas smirked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So what kind of training was it? Solo practice? Or, I dunno… sparring?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>My eyebrow twitched.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Why did it sound like he was fishing for something?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I glanced at Rose, who was suddenly paying a little too much attention to her food.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Oh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I see what's happening.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zeva must have talked to her, and now they were trying to cross-check my story.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I put my spoon down and gave Lucas a flat look.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Training is training,\" I said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I don't exactly take notes on how many swings I do per hour.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lucas chuckled, leaning back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Man, you're so secretive.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Or maybe you just ask too many questions,\" I countered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Maya giggled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I think he's just curious!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Curious about things that don't concern him,\" I muttered under my breath.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rose finally sighed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, enough, Lucas. If he doesn't want to talk about it, let it go.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lucas held up his hands in surrender.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Fine, fine.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I focused back on my food, taking another bite of the grilled meat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At least it was good.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alaine, as usual, was quietly eating, her expression calm, but I could tell she was listening carefully to everything being said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her eyes flickered to Rose a few times, like she was reading something unspoken between the lines.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lucas and Maya, on the other hand, had already moved on to another topic—this time about some high-ranked duels coming up next month.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Did you hear? Some of the fifth-years are planning to spar against the professors!\" Lucas said, eyes gleaming with excitement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Maya gasped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What?! That's insane! Who'd even try that?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Some crazy strong upperclassmen. I heard they're aiming to graduate early, so they need to prove they can handle top-tier fights.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ella hummed, finally speaking up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It's not uncommon. If they can win, it proves they're already beyond student level.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lucas grinned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Man, I'd love to watch that.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I tuned them out again, finishing the last of my rice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, just as I was about to pick up my drink, I felt something.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I looked up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zeva was still sitting at her table across the cafeteria, casually eating. But her eyes were locked onto me, sharp and unreadable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I held her stare for a moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, slowly, she raised an eyebrow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I exhaled quietly and looked away, taking a sip of my drink.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It seems that she is still mad.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And would be for quite a while.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alaine must have noticed, because she suddenly spoke in a gentle tone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Master, do you want to leave?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I glanced at her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She didn't say it outright, but I knew what she meant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Did I want to avoid whatever was coming later?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I thought about it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, I shook my head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No. I'll finish eating first.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alaine nodded, her eyes softening slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Understood.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I continued eating, trying to ignore Zeva's piercing gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One bite, then another.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet, Alaine occasionally glancing at me like she was silently checking if I was okay.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lucas and Maya were still going on about the duels. Rose had gone quiet, just sipping her juice and occasionally throwing glances my way.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment I finished my meal, I sighed and stretched slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, I'm done.\" I stood up, grabbing my tray.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alaine immediately followed, standing up as well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Leaving already?\" Lucas asked, tilting his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yeah. Got stuff to do.\" I didn't exactly elaborate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Maya pouted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Aww, come on! We finally got to hang out outside of class!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You'll survive.\" I gave her a small wave and walked off toward the tray return area.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alaine followed closely behind me as we placed our trays away and stepped out of the cafeteria.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The cool afternoon breeze greeted us as we walked through the academy grounds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I stretched my arms above my head, letting out a small sigh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...So, what should we do for the rest of Sunday?\" I asked, glancing at her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alaine placed a finger on her chin, deep in thought. Then, her brown eyes lit up with excitement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How about we test the spells we studied?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ah!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Right!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I had almost forgotten about that.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It wasn't a bad idea, though.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Practicing now would help solidify everything we had learned. And besides, a little action would keep things from getting too dull.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Good idea,\" I said, nodding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without wasting time, we made our way toward the academy's sparring arena.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The large training facility stood tall, filled with various rooms designed for practice duels and magic tests.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since we wanted privacy, we entered one of the isolated training chambers. The walls were reinforced with magic, ensuring they could withstand powerful spells.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As soon as we stepped inside the spacious arena, Alaine rolled her shoulders, getting ready while I got one of the available swords.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, I smirked at her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let's see if all that reading actually paid off.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She returned my smirk with a determined look.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Likewise, Master.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And with that, both us got into a fighting stance, staring at each other cautiously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pull...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Swirl~\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Summoning her bow, Alaine nocked an arrow, her brown eyes locked onto me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A faint breeze swirled around her, rustling her long brown hair as the wind magic gathered at her fingertips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I tightened my grip on the training sword, ice coating the blade as I channeled my mana. The air around me chilled instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SWOOSH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She fired the first shot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The arrow cut through the air, spinning rapidly, but I twisted my body just in time—WHOOSH!—the arrow grazed past my shoulder, missing by a hair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before I could recover, she was already on the move.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>THUD!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A sudden burst of wind launched her sideways, repositioning her instantly. In one smooth motion, she reloaded another arrow, the tip glowing faintly with spirit energy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was faster than before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I needed to slow her down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CRACK!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I slammed my foot against the ground, ice spreading outward in jagged lines beneath me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...Perfect\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The glow of my red eyes increased slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Ice Series: Frost Crash! (✦ 6th-level Spell ✦) 』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BOOM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A massive wave of ice exploded forward, surging like a frozen tidal wave. The sheer force of it sent out a chilling mist, covering everything in its path with thick layers of ice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alaine's eyes widened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But she reacted instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>TWANG!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She fired straight down—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Wind Series: Gale Shot! (✦ 5th-level Spell ✦) 』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BOOM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A violent burst of wind rocketed her upwards, barely lifting her over the freezing wave just in time. She flipped mid-air, landing smoothly on a newly formed ice pillar.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Tsk.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I clicked my tongue.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She dodged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But I wasn't done.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I dashed forward, boots skidding against the icy floor, sword gripped tightly. If I could close the distance—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alaine moved first.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She drew another arrow, but this time, instead of aiming at me—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>TWANG!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She shot downward again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Spirit Series: Phantom Snare! (✦ 6th-level Spell ✦) 』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CRACK!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From the ground, glowing spectral vines burst forth, rushing toward me like living creatures.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I didn't hesitate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SHHHHH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I stabbed my sword into the ice beneath me, channeling my mana. A frost wave spread outward, rapidly freezing the vines mid-motion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But I barely had time to react before she jumped again—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her bow was drawn tight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And this time—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I could feel the mana building in the arrow's tip.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Fuuu...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I raised my sword, preparing to counter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Swirl~\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her arrow glowed a fierce green, the air around it twisting violently as wind mana surged. I could feel the pressure from where I stood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>TWANG!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She let it loose.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Wind Series: Storm Piercer! (✦ 6th-level Spell ✦) 』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The arrow whistled through the air, leaving behind a sharp, cutting wind as it spun toward me like a drill.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No time to dodge.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I raised my sword—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Shield Series: Winter's Barrier! (✦ 6th-level Spell ✦) 』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CRACK!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A thick shield of ice erupted before me just as the arrow struck—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BOOM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The impact was like a cannon blast.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A deafening roar filled the arena as wind and ice clashed violently, sending frozen shards flying in every direction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>My barrier cracked, splintering under the force, but it held just long enough.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I lunged forward, bursting through the ice cloud.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alaine had already moved.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She landed smoothly on another ice platform she created from my previous attack, her bow already drawn with another arrow—not wind this time, but glowing with eerie blue energy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Spirit Series: Soul Hunter! (✦ 7th-level Spell ✦) 』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A seventh-level spell?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>My eyes widened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I didn't expect her to learn it directly!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>TWANG!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The arrow wasn't fast like before, but I could feel something wrong about it. A chilling presence clung to the air as it flew toward me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Damn.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A tracking-type spell.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I twisted my body, letting the arrow sail past me—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But it curved mid-air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was coming back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I gritted my teeth, gripping my sword tighter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If dodging wouldn't work—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A violet aura enveloped my body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I turned into the arrow, my sword flashing upward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CLANG!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I struck it in mid-air, shattering it into glowing fragments that dissolved into mist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...Fuck!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This is shit was much stronger than I thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alaine's eyes widened slightly as she wasn't expecting me to cut through it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I used that moment—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SWOOSH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I dashed forward, closing the gap in seconds while deactivating my aura; after all, I didn't want to hurt Alaine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>My sword was already swinging in a wide arc aiming for her side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She reacted fast—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>THUD!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A burst of wind exploded beneath her feet, launching her backward just in time to evade my strike.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She landed smoothly, but I was already in pursuit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CLANK!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Our attacks clashed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She swung her bow like a staff, deflecting my sword with surprising force. I pressed forward, aiming a downward slash—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She twisted, ducking low—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SWISH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her bow whistled through the air, a counter-strike aimed at my ribs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I barely managed to block with the flat of my blade—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CLANG!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both of us skidded back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, we locked eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Haaa...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Fuu...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Our breaths came heavily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And then...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fwoop!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both of us still weren't done.\u003C\u002Fp>",2113,"2026-06-03T09:18:17.303Z","2026-06-03T09:18:22.612Z",1,"novelbin.me","7b3a4b57d4bea98ce89b7876fd3df8a867562b1dd1d57e6874e311bb06cfcb69","the-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-chapter-130","the-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-chapter-128",547,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthe-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-cover.jpg"]