Internet Magic in Fairy Tail

Chapter 245: First Stage of Hunter— I Mean, S-Class Promotion Exam

The magic train clattered along, departing Magnolia Station and heading southwest along the tracks.Outside the window, the scenery gradually shifted from the bustling city to a more desolate landscape. The trees along the tracks were bare, their leaves having fallen—a stark contrast to Nate’s last two trips during the lushness of summer and autumn.

Inside the train car, the initially quiet atmosphere grew lively. The entire car was filled with Fairy Tail members, and wherever Fairy Tail went, it was impossible for things to stay subdued.

It wasn’t that they had paid a hefty sum to book the entire train car. Rather, the other passengers, upon seeing Fairy Tail members, instinctively relocated to other cars. Nate couldn’t decide if this was a benefit of their reputation or a downside.

Let’s call it a benefit for now.

…

“The Scarlet Empress… that woman is strange,” Gildarts said, continuing his discussion about Irene. “The first time I faced her, it didn’t feel like she was there to spar at all.”

“Isn’t the Magic Arena specifically for sparring?” Erza asked, intrigued.

“She didn’t seem interested in her opponent. She was more focused on the map itself—almost like she was just strolling through the arena,” Gildarts recalled.

Mirajane tilted her head. “Maybe she just likes being in the game?”

“That’s exactly how it felt,” Gildarts agreed with a nod.

“Spending all her time in the game?”

Erza pondered for a moment but couldn’t make sense of Irene’s motives. Thus, with nothing better to do, the group embarked on a long discussion about Irene’s reasons for being in the game.

Mirajane, ever the schemer, suggested, “Maybe in real life, she has limited mobility—stuck in bed—and the game gives her a sense of freedom.”

Gildarts interjected, “That woman has incredibly strong magic.”

“Maybe she’s re

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