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After that, the protagonist will embark on a high-speed path to soaring success.

Unfortunately, the original plot has been completely messed up by Chris and herself working together to create chaos.

Well.

Even so, Tasia's progress did not deviate too much.

My economic situation improved, and I made new friends.

With himself and Chris protecting him, the overall situation should remain unchanged.

Seeing that her two friends were supporting her, Tasia smiled and glanced back at the students who were still engaged in various activities around her.

"Let's not rush into a decision. Let's talk about it after school."

On this day, the practical investigation team, led by Tasia, held its first formal meeting.

Attendees: Tasia, Chris, Wayne, Molly, Gavin.

The last two on the list are just there to boost their scores, so they have almost no say in the specific plans.

As a result, Tasia, with the support of both Chris and Wayne, held absolute power.

Some time had passed since school ended, and there was no one else in the classroom. The group of them then conveniently took over the classroom blackboard.

Tasia stood on the stage and wrote a few words.

“A research report on why commoners can awaken magic,” Wayne read aloud unconsciously.

This……

He and Chris looked at each other in bewilderment.

After finishing the last stroke, Tasia turned around and looked at the four people sitting together below the stage.

"This is a topic I've always wanted to investigate," she said, mustering her courage.

"According to textbooks, as well as various materials and legends, 'magic' is a powerful force born from a blood pact, whereby elves agree to lend their power to the followers of the King of Kings."

“Those who followed the bloodline of the inheritors are none other than the nobles of today.”

"But... if that's the case, why are there still cases of ordinary people awakening magic?" Tasia's voice was a little lower than usual, unable to hide her confusion.

It's clear that this is a very important issue for her.

Gavin interjected, "Perhaps it's because their ancestors also had noble blood, but the purity of that bloodline wasn't maintained through generations of intermarriage, so it was diluted?"

"There are occasional examples where both parents have very strong magic, yet give birth to a child with very low magic levels. Or, both parents have very weak magic, yet give birth to a child with exceptionally high magical aptitude."

As he spoke, he looked over at Wayne.

But as his gaze swept over Chris, Gavin seemed to realize something for a moment and immediately added warily, "The above content is purely hypothetical and does not involve any reality."

...Would it kill you to say that one more word?

Wayne rolled his eyes at him.

Chris's face didn't reveal any particular expression.

“That’s the problem,” Tasia said thoughtfully.

"These theories are all just speculations so far. They are simply spread as truths because people said them in the past."

"But I've reviewed many documents and found no record of any bloodline regression after a commoner awakens magic. So... is this bloodline awakening random, or is there some other factor influencing it?"

She frowned in thought as she slowly voiced her question.

Wayne felt he had to step in and pour cold water on the idea.

“But isn’t this kind of question too advanced for us? We only have about two weeks left,” he reminded us.

“Research on bloodlines is a prohibited project even in ordinary magic academies. Although Qingxi Academy can apply for investigation qualifications, it is not an easy task for us to achieve results with our current level.”

This is a very real problem.

They had virtually no expertise in this area, and even with blood samples, they couldn't analyze them to extract any useful information.

To put it more bluntly—

This matter was completely beyond the capabilities of the investigation team.

However, Tasia would not give up so easily.

“I understand,” she said softly.

"Actually, I only hope that the form will be mainly based on investigation. To be honest, I have already collected a list of civilians with magical aptitude living near the capital."

"Although their numbers are small, they clearly exist."

"All along, these commoners who have awakened magic have been like invisible people to the kingdom. So... I thought, could we take this opportunity to find some commonalities in their experiences?"

Tasia looked up earnestly and said, "It's precisely because no one else would do this kind of investigation that I want to do it."

"Of course I know that participating in such a survey may present various difficulties for you all."

"Therefore, this is only one of the options I have personally proposed."

She looked somewhat disappointed as she said these words.

It's probably...

Even she herself probably didn't have much hope for this research.

Wayne immediately understood why she had left the discussion until after school, even though Chris had readily agreed.

If the goal is simply to use ordinary people who have awakened magic as a sample to gather some superficial information and then summarize it, the whole process is not very difficult.

However, this is something that Tasia alone cannot do.

Is it because he was unwilling to let such a rare opportunity slip by that he specifically joined his and Chris's group?

After all, without external assistance, even a verbal investigation won't get anyone's cooperation.

Furthermore, investigations of civilians may also face pressure from other sources due to the sensitivity of their identities.

—For example, those nobles who naturally harbored ill will towards those of "commoner origin".

If Tasia were to fight this all by herself, she might not even be able to obtain the necessary investigative qualifications.

Fortunately, the protagonist's group of friends is usually a very solid support.

After listening to her reasons, Chris's response was only three extremely brief words—

"Go do it."

Hearing Chris's firm voice, Wayne laughed: "Yeah, I agree too."

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Following Wayne and Chris's clear expression of support, Gavin and Molly also expressed their agreement.

Thus, the group's research direction was decided.

Standing on the podium, Tasia looked at the students sitting in the classroom with a grateful expression.

"Thank you so much everyone..."

However, just as everyone was immersed in a harmonious atmosphere, the classroom door suddenly slammed open with a loud "bang" and was roughly pushed open.

Wayne frowned and looked toward the door.

Then, the second prince, Lawrence, made a dazzling entrance with one hand on his forehead and the other hand supporting himself on the door frame.

Good afternoon, friends!

His uniform collar was wide open, as if he wanted to project a free and unrestrained image.

But perhaps the imitation of the temperament was not quite right, in short, it just looked extremely greasy.

Wayne frowned and said, "Lawrence, is something wrong?"

"Cough cough..."

After posing alone for a while, Lawrence finally felt a little embarrassed under the stares of everyone who thought he was an idiot.

He casually ran his hand through his short, square hair, cleared his throat, and said in a pretentious tone, "For everyone, opportunity is something that can only be encountered by chance. But often, just when they feel exhausted from trying to seize it, a turning point will quietly arrive unexpectedly."

Wayne slammed his hand on the table in dissatisfaction. "Speak like a human being."

Lawrence wanted to retort as soon as he opened his mouth to his very rude words.

However, in the blink of an eye, he seemed to have thought of something, and his warm smile returned.

"I mean... now there's a very rare opportunity in front of you, it's just a matter of whether you're willing to cherish it," he said with a proud expression.

What's causing this ominous feeling?

Wayne first turned to look at Chris, then at Tasia, who was also looking puzzled on the podium.

But none of them seemed inclined to speak.

Wayne had no choice but to reluctantly act as the representative for the time being.

"What do you mean?"

Lawrence grunted twice and pointed to himself.

"I'd like to join your investigation team and help you complete this assignment," he said in a condescending tone. "Feel honored, everyone!"

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"Wait, do you know what topic we've chosen?" Wayne was also speechless.

While it's true that a team can indeed have a maximum of six members, however...

I always felt that Lawrence's insistence on joining halfway through must have been for some ill purpose.

"Of course—I don't know."

Lawrence's expression remained unchanged. "However, this small detail is not a problem."

"No matter what the question is, as long as I'm involved, it will be a piece of cake."

At this moment, Lawrence was like an old general on a stage, with flags stuck all over his back.

Wayne was even less inclined to take him in.

What if I get scammed?

"Ok?"

Before he could come up with a reason to decline, Lawrence's gaze was suddenly drawn to a line of writing on the blackboard.

[Research Report on Why Commoners Can Awaken Magic]

"Ah! So that's what your topic is." He said as if suddenly realizing something.

"Then you should let me join too."

He said, "After all, only our royal family and the Papacy possess firsthand information on this matter."

Upon hearing this, Tasia looked surprised.

"Are you sure?" Wayne couldn't help but ask.

Wien had previously consulted a considerable amount of literature on this subject.

Even the Seonggye Academy Library, which boasts the richest collection of books in the kingdom, does not have this type of book.

He never expected it to be hidden in the royal family; he had never heard of it before.

"Absolutely certain."

Lawrence raised his chin.

"If you agree to let me join, I can take you to the underground library inside the palace to borrow books in the next couple of days," he offered.

Wayne looked at Tasia.

Ultimately, it depends on Tasia's own decision.

Unexpectedly, Tasia, who was deep in thought, also happened to look in his direction.

When their eyes met, she paused for a moment, but quickly returned to normal.

"What do you think, Wayne?" she asked.