Fairy Tail Destiny-Chapter 159: Ch : S-Class Exam Begins

"Huh? Speaking of which, what exactly is this time of year?" Lucy, having only been in the guild for half a year, wasn't familiar with some of its traditions.

Naturally, she was curious after hearing their words.

"Work! Go to work!!"

As if answering Lucy's question, a lively voice rang in their ears.

The next moment, Lucy saw Natsu grabbing a job request and dashing out energetically.

Natsu had only made it halfway when he accidentally bumped into Gray, who was just returning from outside.

Normally, given their fire-and-ice rivalry, a collision like this would immediately escalate into a fight.

However, to Lucy's surprise, the two merely glared at each other before going their separate ways.

"I'm back." Gray quickly walked up to the bar and handed a mission evaluation sheet to Mira.

"Welcome back, Gray. Where's your shirt?" Mira casually asked.

"Don't have time to worry about that—I'm heading out on another mission." Ignoring Mira's remark, Gray hurriedly grabbed another job request and rushed out of the guild again.

"He left so fast?" Watching Gray's hurried figure disappear, Lucy muttered in confusion.

But within seconds, not only Gray but nearly everyone else in the guild seemed to be suddenly triggered by something.

One after another, they grabbed job requests and swarmed around Mira, competing to confirm their missions first.

"What on earth is going on?" Pushed aside by the eager crowd, Lucy grew even more confused.

Seeing Lucy's bewildered expression, Noel let out a faint smile and gently shook his head.

With a hint of mystery in his voice, he said to Lucy, "These lazy folks only get this motivated during this time of year."

"Hmm, this time of year? But some people are rushing off to work, while others seem the same as usual. What exactly is going on?" Unable to get a clear answer from Noel or Mira, Lucy could only observe the guild on her own.

However, she remained completely puzzled.

"Don't worry, you'll understand by tomorrow." Mira said casually as she continued wiping a glass.

........

The next day, inside the Fairy Tail guild.

Nearly all the guild members had gathered, and in the center of the hall, a large blue curtain bearing the Fairy Tail emblem hung over the stage, obscuring the scene behind it.

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Below, the guild members were filled with anticipation, excitement, and nervousness.

Finally—after what felt like an eternity of waiting—the curtain slowly lifted.

Revealed before them were Makarov, Noel, Erza, Mira, and Gildarts.

Makarov stood at the forefront, while the others lined up slightly behind him in a straight row.

"Master, we've been waiting forever! Hurry up!!"

"Make the announcement already!"

As the five appeared on stage, the crowd below erupted in excitement, shouting loudly.

"Ahem." Seeing everyone's eager expressions, Makarov cleared his throat twice before speaking with a serious face.

"According to the ancient traditions of Fairy Tail, we will now announce the participants for the 'S-Class Mage Promotion Exam.'"

"Ohhh!!!"

At Makarov's words, the atmosphere in the guild reached its peak.

Almost everyone raised their hands and cheered loudly.

"Everyone, quiet down for a moment."

"Master isn't finished speaking yet."

Seeing the commotion, Noel and Gildarts reminded the crowd to settle down.

With their words, the noise gradually faded.

"This year's exam will be held on Tenrou Island, our guild's sacred ground," Makarov continued, nodding in satisfaction as the guild members quieted down.

"Over the past year, I have observed your strength, hearts, and souls. There will be a total of eight participants: Natsu Dragneel, Gray Fullbuster, Juvia Lockser, Elfman, Cana Alberona, Freed Justine, Levy McGarden... and Mest Gryder."

Hearing the last name, Noel raised an eyebrow slightly.

He had no recollection of this person at all.

Though the guild had many members, Noel was certain this name had never appeared before.

Following everyone's gaze, Noel looked toward the man called Mest.

He was a short-haired man wearing a red-and-orange striped shirt, with a noticeable scar on his face.

(Could it be that he joined during the time after the Tower of Heaven incident, when my consciousness was taken over by 'him'? But to have gained everyone's recognition and even qualified for the S-Class exam in such a short time... he must be quite impressive.)

Noel briefly pondered the thought.

Seeing the trusting expressions of the guild members toward Mest, he naturally reached this conclusion and decided not to dwell on it further.

Meanwhile, Makarov continued speaking. "Only one of you will be chosen as the next S-Class Mage. The exam will begin in one week, so make sure to adjust your conditions accordingly. Since some of you are participating for the first time, let me explain the rules."

Standing beside him, Mira took over and spoke softly. "The eight selected candidates must choose a partner during this one-week preparation period..."

"There are two rules for selecting a partner," Erza added. "First, they must be a fellow Fairy Tail member. Second, S-Class Mages cannot be chosen as partners."

Noel looked down at the candidates with a calm expression. "The details of the exam will be revealed once we arrive at Tenrou Island. However, know this—all of us S-Class Mages will stand in your way."

"That's right! This time, I'll be your enemy too~" Mira said with a cheerful smile, waving at the crowd.

"Eh—?!!!"

Hearing Noel and Mira's words, everyone gasped in shock and immediately started discussing among themselves.

"Wait... Does this mean we have to defeat Noel, Erza, and Mira in order to become an S-Class Mage?" Lucy murmured in disbelief.

"Well... they should go easy on us, right~?" Max said, though his tone carried a hint of uncertainty.

After all, if defeating an S-Class Mage was truly a requirement for passing, the difficulty would be ridiculously high.

And if luck was particularly bad, running into Gildarts or Noel... it might be better to just forfeit right away.

Warren shook his head helplessly. "Now you understand why they say this exam is so difficult?"

Gildarts, watching the murmuring crowd below, spoke in a relaxed tone. "No complaints. Every S-Class Mage has gone through this same process."

"W-Wait a minute."

"Gildarts is participating too?" Natsu asked, eyes shining with excitement.

"Don't get excited!" Gray retorted.

"The eight chosen candidates and their partners are to gather at Hargeon Port in one week. That's all."

Without waiting for the crowd to settle down, Makarov gave his closing statement and left the stage alongside Noel and the other four, leaving the guild members buzzing with discussion.

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