A week later, Vesillian Academy's Club Festival officially begins. Lanterns line the walkways, casting a warm glow that reflects off the wooden signboards of various booths. Students gather in the main square, where different clubs showcase their achievements and signature activities

  Kaiser strolls through the lively streets alongside Merias and Amelia. The crowd around them buzzes with excitement, everyone eagerly discussing which club they want to join

  "Pretty impressive" Kaiser comments as they pass by a booth with a large sign reading Cooking Club. A group of students is busy baking, the sweet aroma filling the air

  Amelia, on the other hand, seems far more excited

  "I heard the Magic Research Club is putting on a special performance tonight! We absolutely have to check it out!"

  As they continue walking, one particular booth catches their attention - the Fishing Club. In front of the display stands a massive fish, at least twice Kaiser's size, with rows of razor-sharp teeth lining its mouth

  "…What the hell is that?" Kaiser frowns, staring at the terrifying creature before him

  The student in charge, a third-year with a bright grin, enthusiastically introduces it

  "This is our greatest trophy! A Leviath Fang, caught from the southern deep lake!"

  Merias crosses his arms, observing silently. "The southern lake? Isn't it banned because it's too dangerous?"

  " Our club isn't just about relaxation - it's about honing survival skills!"

  Kaiser takes one last glance at the fish before shaking his head

  "No way"

  As the three continue walking, they come across a familiar face standing in front of the Weapon Development Club's booth - Lancy Fairchild, heir to the Fairchild family

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  With his red hair and brown eyes, Lancy is well-known as a total bookworm. He spends most of his time in the library or the lab, rarely engaging in social activities

  After browsing through various booths, both Amelia and Merias eventually decide on clubs that suit them best

  Amelia chooses the Magic Research Club, which focuses on studying and experimenting with various spells. Just as she had mentioned earlier, the club hosts special magic performances and provides students with opportunities to test new magical theories

  Merias, on the other hand, opts for a quieter club - the Classical Swordsmanship Club. This club not only trains in traditional sword techniques but also studies the history and fighting styles of various schools. For someone like Merias, who values discipline and refinement in combat, this club seems to be the perfect fit

  Leaving the two behind to complete their registrations, Kaiser continues wandering through the bustling festival, searching for the club he had already decided to join.

  Farah once mentioned a club with an unusually long and unappealing name - the Wilderness Exploration Club. As the name suggests, it's meant for students who enjoy exploring the wild landscapes beyond the academy

  However, according to Farah, the academy doesn't pay much attention to the club's activities. As long as their budget is used reasonably and no serious incidents occur, the administration doesn't bother monitoring their whereabouts. This means that club members can easily bend the rules - instead of venturing into dangerous wilderness, they could secretly leave the academy, spend time relaxing in a nearby city, and return unnoticed

  With such benefits, this club is the ideal choice for anyone seeking a little freedom without tight supervision. And that is precisely why Kaiser is looking for it

  After searching for a while, he finally spots the Wilderness Exploration Club's booth. Unlike the other energetic and flashy displays, this one is surprisingly plain and quiet. No grand banners, no eye-catching posters - just a wooden table with a single sign bearing the club's name

  Inside the booth, only a few people are present, none of whom seem particularly interested in recruiting new members

  Just as Farah described, they don't really care about attracting newcomers

  As Kaiser approaches, he gets a clearer look at the person sitting inside the booth - a third-year student, judging by the golden badge pinned to her uniform

  The girl has a bold, confident appearance - short, light blonde hair, tanned skin, and sharp gray eyes. But the most eye-catching feature… is something else entirely

  '…Melons'

  No matter how hard he tries to be polite, Kaiser can't help but notice just how "prominent" she is in the upper-body department

  As he's lost in thought, the girl stirs, waking up at the sound of approaching footsteps. Her gray eyes quickly focus after her nap, then lazily shift to Kaiser.

  "Oh, young man" She gives a drowsy smile

  "Here to sign up for my club?"