No means were provided to announce the interruption of the examination.

　This was because no matter what the danger, the examiner should not be disturbed.

　It was also believed that the guild's policy was that if they didn't break through under any circumstances, they wouldn't be worthy of the highest title, 'S Rank'.

　For this reason, it wasn't like every year that an S rank was created by passing a highly difficult test. Rather, it was born only once every few years or so.

　Hence, even adventurers who had accumulated all the A-ranked points would have a good opportunity to understand their own inexperience.

　However.

　This time, however, it was a different story.

　It was so unusual that the supervisor Toypho noticed something strange and contacted the guild first, which was a far cry from the usual years-- !

''

　Phil senses something is up.

　Sheila, who is next to him, notices Phil's presence and asks.

'What's wrong?'

That's not gonna bother you. You should be more interested in discovering things for yourself, you know. Do you realize we're being tested individually?

That's good, it doesn't diminish!

"I don't think it's fair to say you're an ex-knight: ......

　Sheila's imposing appearance made Kåñëa dumbfounded and sarcastic.

　However, however, even Kåñëa had not been able to trace Phil's perceived signs.

　Since cooperation between examiners is not prohibited, they don't dare to imitate Phil's mouth.

''......--''

　But Phil didn't try to open his mouth.

　Sweat trickled down his cheeks.

　The seriousness of the situation was evident in his expression.

'Hey, Phil. Why aren't you talking to me? Do you want to pick some flowers?

　Sheila poked Phil in the face with a petulant look.

　But Phil didn't care about such a petty joke and looked at them.

'Don't you get it?'

　Just a word.

　Agitated, Kuena and Sheila were also nervous.

　They were not negligent in their vigilance from the beginning, but Phil's words brought more concentration to them.

　This cut off the conversation, and each of them wandered through the examination.

''It's kind of quiet in that forest over there, isn't it?

　Sheila said as she turned to her right.

　Later Kåñëa nodded.

'Right. 'Eerily so.'

　In the other direction, the rustling of beasts and demons could be heard.

　Silence. It was distinctly alien.

　Phil released his words gravely to the two men who had swallowed the situation.

'It means there's a guy, or guys, in this zone who can keep one direction quiet.

...... I'm sure there are other testers out there.

　Kuena says.

　There are several adventurers in this forest who are also A-ranked.

'Yes. But I'm not sure if they've been killed. Even though ......--

　Phil was about to say.

--Bulble.

　The three adventurer cards vibrated.

　It signified a notification from the guild.

　They understood instantly that it wasn't a nomination request since it came at the same time, and the three of them took the adventurer cards in their hands.

　Seeing the contents, the first one to react was Sheila.

''Wow. ''I heard the recommended test waiver notice,''

　That's just a 'recommendation' - that's all.

　The danger was far greater than he had expected.

　For that reason, the guild had recommended that the test be abandoned.

　However, this was only a recommendation, not a compulsion. It meant that as long as they could pass the exam, they could become S-ranked.

''What about you guys?　I'm going to keep going.

　Phil cut it off and discarded it without a care in the world.

　She had that much confidence and ability.

　On the contrary, Kåñëa is somewhat petty.

'...... abandonment, you know. The test is supposed to be a risk-free test. And yet, it's not too much to ask for a notice like this. It's not a classroom lecture, so you need to be flexible, right?

'Probably, but this is a recommendation sent by the supervisor or guild staff. That's the only one who knows the field. So, this must be a field initiative, not something completely decided by the Guild.

Does that mean the supervisor and others were so weak that they were unexpectedly spooked?

　Sheila listens back to Phil's words.

　Phil says with an expression that can't be taken as either an affirmation or a denial.

'It's overseen by an S-rank from the Guild. I'm not saying he's weak, but I'm just saying it's my own decision.'

Isn't that like implying that they're lower than you?

　Quena tweaks Phil's hidden thoughts.

'...... Well, I admit there is arrogance. But I still have to go with it. Lady Soria is waiting for me, you know.

　That is the pride of being a knight, Phil.

　There is a part of her that cannot be compromised.

　And when Sheila heard that, she couldn't stay silent either.

''Mm. I have to go for Jade too!

　That's because of the promise of an example.

　That one, like Sheila's knightly pride, like that.

　But Kåñëa ties her mouth somewhat tightly into a single letter.

(...... My selfishness almost cost me the kingdom of Stillbeats. If I make the decision to move on, I may not be able to come back. ......)

　As if in response to such hesitation, the grass wisps and shakes.

　The three of them open their eyes and get into a battle stance.

　But a few moments later, a voice rang out.

''So, young man, go home with an open mind. It's hard to be a veteran here.''

　Didge with a beard.

'What a young man!　I'm Weeg, Prince of Stillbeats and an A-ranked adventurer!

　Weeg puts his hand on his chest to create a sense of grandeur.

'A's are the same,'

You were born at a different age!　I'm an A-lister at a very young age!

'I'm more sure of that than I am of maturing and slowly building up.

　The two adventurers are having such an argument.

　Weeg and Didge also find the three of them.

'What, are you guys going too?'

You're friends with Jade's brother's girlfriend!

　Seeing their reaction, Phil looked at Kåñëa.

'You're free to retreat. But if you're confident you should go, shouldn't you? I'm not interested, but you must be a party member of 'him'.

......

　Phil told me and Kåñëa was silent for a moment.

　A feeling that he couldn't give up somehow came from deep within him in a huff.

'...... Ah!　All right, all right, all right!　Let's go!　And I'm not Jide's girlfriend!

　The blown-out Kåñëa also decided to proceed.