[{"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-19":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},1027075,1339,"Chapter 19 The Academy's Competition (I)","the-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-chapter-19",19,"\u003Cp>The royal capital was full of life, the streets were buzzing with excitement, as the sweet chirp of the birds flowed naturally through the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But today, there was a special event.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Academy's Competition!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This wasn't just some small event—it was the competition where the best students from the five biggest academies faced off to prove who was the strongest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And there were currently five academies facing against each other.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The previous champion, Eternum's Royal Academy, their students were the best of the best, mostly nobles from powerful families with talent and resources that seemed impossible to rival.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, the Beastkin academy, whose students are only beast people from the Western continent where the law of the jungle rules.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Holy Academy, from which most priests and priestesses graduate, has significant power due to their divine energy, despite being primarily healing students.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After that, there's the Sword Academy where most of the sword users come from, having excellent swordsmanship.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was also where the first Sword Duke graduated from.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally, there's the Silverleaf Academy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There's nothing much to say about it, except that it was the weakest academy for ten years straight, but this time there's a horrendous talent coming from it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>None other than the Moonlight Swordsman!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ugh...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sun filtered through the tall windows of the hotel lobby, casting warm light on polished marble floors.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Students from all five academies filled the space, their distinctive uniforms making it easy to see who belonged where.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The air was thick with tension, excitement, and just a little bit of arrogance—mostly from Eternum's group, who stood in their usual demeanor, looking down on everyone else.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I mean, what would you expect from the academy that the novel follows?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Silverleaf's group wasn't as large as the others, but I believed we could win—or at least that's what I wanted to tell myself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was impossible to ignore the sideways glances from the other academies.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their whispers are just loud enough to catch the occasional \"weakest school\" or \"do they even stand a chance?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I shrugged it off.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Let them talk.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I wasn't here to entertain them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I walked into the lobby, the click of my boots on marble catching a few glances. The noise around me seemed to dim as I made my way toward my classmates.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ah... Aestrea, you're here.\" Professor Vivian's voice pulled me out of my thoughts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She stood at the center of our group with her usual confident smile on the luscious red lips that I had recently kissed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yeah.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I replied simply, taking my place among the group.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some of my classmates looked nervous, their eyes darting to the larger groups from the other academies.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Vivian clapped her hands, silencing everyone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, listen up!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This competition is our chance to show the world what Silverleaf can do. I don't care what they say about us being the weakest. We're here to prove them wrong. Every one of you has worked hard to get here, and I expect you to fight like it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her gaze lingered on me for a split second, and I knew exactly what she meant without her needing to say it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I straightened up, my hand instinctively brushing against the hilt of my sword.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The competition hadn't even started yet, but I could feel the expectations, not just from Vivian but from my entire academy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Head to the registration desk,\" she continued.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Aestrea, you're with me. The rest of you, stick together and don't get lost.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I followed her as we moved towards the registration desk. The chatter in the lobby dissipated into the background, replaced by the sound of my own footsteps.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The beginning of the Academy Competition.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I'll destroy everyone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After the registration was all wrapped up, Vivian handed me a neatly folded outfit—a sleek black suit with silver embroidery.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is the Leader's Suit.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She explained with an unusually serious tone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You'll need to wear it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without waiting for me to respond, she guided me toward one of the changing rooms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The hotel we were staying at was relatively close to the grand stadium where the competition would happen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Change your clothes.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I nodded, not bothering to question her this time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She didn't tease me this time, which was strange, but I got it. This competition is something serious, and even Vivian wouldn't joke about it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I slipped into the changing room and put on the suit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fabric was light yet sturdy, fitting perfectly like it was tailored just for me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The silver embroidery gleamed faintly in the light, giving off an air of quiet authority.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When I stepped out, Vivian's eyes scanned me from head to toe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This fits just right...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I muttered, adjusting the sleeves slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Vivian stepped closer, a faint smile playing on her lips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Almost. Here—this part should be like this.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She reached out and adjusted a small silver chain that ran across the chest of the suit, carefully positioning it so it rested neatly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her hands were quick, precise, and surprisingly gentle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Perfect.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her lips curled into a satisfied smile as she stepped back to admire her handiwork.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thanks.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I replied, glancing down at myself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Now\", let's go. It's almost time.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In a flash, we both disappeared from the hotel, arriving at a seemingly waiting room where the rest of the Silverleaf Academy was.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Aestrea! We're almost entering the arena!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One of my classmates blurted out as soon as he saw me, his voice shaking a little.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Relax...\" Another chimed in, clapping him on the back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We've got Aestrea. If nothing else, he won't embarrass us.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gosh...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Good job bringing down everyone's morale.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I sighed, running a hand through my hair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't worry, everyone. I'll do my best to make sure we get through this. Just stick to the plan, alright?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, Sir!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Damn.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What's up with that military greeting?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Anyway, the other academies have already entered. It should be our turn soon, right?\" one of them suggested, and just as he expressed his words, the announcer's voice reached us.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And now, last but not least, the Silverleaf Academy!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I took a deep breath and straightened up, running a hand through my hair to push it into a more comfortable position, just in front of my eyes, making sure it wasn't in my way.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The gates ahead of us creaked open, and we started walking toward the center of the stadium, where all the other academies were lined up with their flags.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As we moved forward, the students in the back began waving our academy's flag proudly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As we reached the center, I could feel every set of eyes on me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Normally, this was where the academy leader gave some kind of speech or rallying cry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But I had something different in mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I could feel the eyes of the crowd on me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There were the emperor, the empress, dukes, duchesses—everyone watching, waiting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was a very prestigious moment after all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shing...!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sound of metal ringing through the air cut through the silence, sharp and clear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sword gleamed in the sunlight, acting as a perfect mirror of the sky.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I raised it high, pointing it toward the sky.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The wind picked up around me, and I could feel the clouds shift.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a moment, everything was still, as if the world was holding its breath.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, a silver thread of mana shot out from the tip of my sword, swirling in the air like smoke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It sparkled in the light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I pushed my hair back, focusing, and a crescent moon symbol appeared on my forehead, glowing just enough for everyone watching to notice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I swung my sword smoothly, and the mana wrapped around our group.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Swoosh!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The air felt heavier, charged with energy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ground beneath me hummed with power.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The wind picked up again, louder this time, almost like a storm was coming.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sky above seemed to darken a little.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I swung my sword again, and the mana spread out, surrounding us.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Voom!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The energy pulsed in the air, but only around Silverleaf Academy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I stopped, holding the sword still.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The mana hummed quietly around us, and the moon symbol in my eyes glowed faintly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The whole stadium went quiet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I let the pressure build for just a moment longer, and then I spoke...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The Silverleaf Academy has arrived.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As soon as the words left my mouth, the pressure exploded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CRUSH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A heavy weight slammed down on every other academy except ours.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some students from the other schools dropped to their knees, their faces covered in sweat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Others struggled to stay standing, their bodies shaking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I let the pressure lift just as fast.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The wind calmed down, and the sky lightened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The crowd murmured, but I stood calm, feeling their eyes still on me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Behind me, my classmates quietly, with their excited gazes full of appreciation stood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From the crowd, Vivian gave me a small, approving smile, not to mention the gazes full of interest coming from the high-order people.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I could sense the intense emotions of the dukes, duchesses, barons, and even the empress; they were watching me with interest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yeah.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This should be enough...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A small smirk tugged my lips.\u003C\u002Fp>",1536,"2026-06-03T09:18:17.018Z","2026-06-03T09:18:22.334Z",1,"novelbin.me","6dd608e8d44a8c967b4bfaca6b57581e58eb9edb4d047a797d9b70dbde90360f","the-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-chapter-20","the-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-chapter-18",547,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthe-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-cover.jpg"]