Xandrax and the others walked to Radiant Saint High School's gathering point, and the teacher-in-charge began to take their attendance after a while.
When they were going down the list, one person was found to be absent.
The teacher did not say much, but someone in the crowd said with a tone of sympathy, "Jason from Class (D) couldn't make it. Apparently, he has a really bad fever…"
"The one crying earlier was Jason? That's too bad, his Vitality was at exactly 10 points. He really stood a good chance."
"I know, right? And now? He's done for this year."
"I say he's done for forever. The admission requirement increases every year, and Jason's family isn't particularly well-to-do…"
The students discussed it in low voices until the teacher-in-charge yelled, "Everyone, quiet down!
"Stude
