Claudia fell silent for a moment, her eyes fixed on the stunning sight before her: one of the association's special forces operatives, known for their exceptional combat skills, had been utterly defeated by Raiden, a novice magic user. In her heart, she couldn't believe that Raiden possessed such extraordinary and polished combat capabilities.
Taking a deep breath to calm herself, Claudia announced Raiden's victory with a firm yet gentle voice, "Congratulations, Young Master! You have passed the test and are now entitled to a rank B magic user license." She stepped closer, carrying a warm towel that had been prepared.
Without any hesitation, Claudia began gently wiping away the sweat that coated Raiden's cheeks, forehead, and neck. This special attention made Raiden smile sweetly, accepting her care without the slightest hint of discomfort.
But then, Raiden suddenly remembered something. He flicked his finger lightly. "Oh, I almost forgot to dispel the freezing effect," he murmured softly, glancing at the bald man who still remained frozen, unconscious, and severely injured.
In an instant, the ice covering the bald man's body began to transform into a faint blue mist that dissipated into the air. A loud splash echoed as his body collapsed onto the floor. The healing artifact automatically regenerated every damaged cell in his body down to the molecular level, with precision that left no side effects. However, the bald man remained unconscious due to the dread aura that Raiden had previously sent his way.
"Phew… At least his life is safe," the association's chief director sighed in relief, bowing her head to look at her subordinate's helpless state. But her relief quickly faded as she watched her granddaughter, Claudia, shower Raiden with affectionate care, while completely ignoring the others.
'My granddaughter, Claudia, has never shown such attention to a man before. Why has her behavior suddenly changed?' The chief director furrowed her brows, pondering deeply as she witnessed Claudia smiling warmly at Raiden, a young man she had only met that afternoon.
In the distance, a handsome young man with black hair watched the tender moment between Claudia and Raiden. A burning wave of jealousy consumed him. His eyes narrowed sharply, his forehead creased unnaturally, and thick veins bulged on his temples.
"What the hell is going on?!" he roared in anger, his voice heavy with blazing hatred.
Unconsciously, he gripped the bouquet of roses in his right hand with all his might, snapping the stems. Just as he was about to storm toward them on the field, his smartphone in his pants pocket vibrated, signaling an incoming call.
With frustration, he pulled out his phone and saw the caller's name on the screen. His intention to yell and scream immediately halted upon seeing his grandfather's name. Taking a deep breath, he forced himself to calm down before pressing the green button to answer the call. After a long conversation, his grandfather insisted he return home immediately due to a certain situation.
Reluctantly obeying his grandfather's command, the young man with black hair turned and left the stadium. In his heart, he marked Raiden's face to remember, "Wait, you'll regret this! I'll beat you to a pulp until you wish you were dead!!" he muttered under his breath, his voice heavy as he walked out of the exit, vowing to take his revenge another day.
In the Magic Association's administrative office, Raiden waited patiently. His fingers drummed against the reception desk while his license card was being processed. Soon after, the special room's door swung open, revealing the elegant Claudia stepping out with a gleaming card in hand.
The card was crafted from premium-grade mithril - a sacred metal renowned for its durability and purity. Its surface shimmered with a silvery gleam under the crystal chandelier hanging from the ceiling.
"Young master," Claudia extended the card with both hands in an elegant, formal gesture. "Please infuse a bit of your magical energy into it. This will mark your official ownership of the license card."
Without hesitation, Raiden channeled his magical energy. A blue-silver aura radiated from his palm, seeping into the mithril card. Instantly, the card's surface illuminated, absorbing his magical energy's color until it transformed into sapphire with silver streaks.
The license card itself was a masterpiece of magical technology. Intricate laser engravings adorned its surface, creating eye-catching elegant patterns. In the upper right corner, an embossed 'B' marked his competency rank. The card's reverse featured a transparent crystal - a contactless technology component for various authentication purposes. Meanwhile, on the front left side sat a sophisticated biometric sensor.
After his magical energy and biometric data were perfectly registered, Raiden's status officially elevated to a B-rank licensed magic user.
"Claudia, I'm truly grateful," Raiden's smile was genuine, his gaze softening as he looked at the woman before him. "You've been helping me since I first arrived here."
Without warning, his muscular arms encircled Claudia's slender waist, pulling her into a warm embrace. His left hand gently pressed against her back, drawing their bodies close until no space remained between them.
In that intimate moment, Claudia could feel the perfectly sculpted muscles beneath Raiden's clothes. Meanwhile, Raiden lost himself in the soft, warm sensation of Claudia's body pressed against his, including the sweet pressure of her breasts against his upper abdomen.
Claudia froze, time seemingly suspended as Raiden's warmth enveloped her in a sudden, tight embrace. Seconds ticked by without resistance, while a delicate pink blush crept across her pristine cheeks like blooming rose petals. Strangely, not a single thought of rejection crossed her mind. Instead, her heart fluttered with unexpected waves of happiness.
A playful smirk graced Raiden's lips at her adorable reaction. He leaned closer, deeply inhaling the intoxicating scent emanating from the slender curve of her neck. A natural fragrance so alluring, he found himself reluctant to pull away.
"Claudia," he whispered softly against her ear, his voice flowing like a hypnotic melody. "Beyond your extraordinary capabilities, you're an enchanting woman with unmatched elegance." His fingers gently traced her slim back, feeling the smooth texture of her skin beneath the thin fabric, interrupted by her bra strap. "I wonder, is there someone fortunate enough to have claimed your heart?"
Claudia frantically shook her head, her face, hidden against Raiden's broad chest, growing redder. "O-of course not, Young Master. I... I've never been in a relationship with anyone," she stammered, her breath quickening with nervousness.
"Perfect," Raiden smiled with satisfaction, his fingers caressing Claudia's silken tresses with affection. His gaze reflected the certainty that this woman had fallen under the spell of his charm.
Mindful of their vulnerable position that could invite gossip, Raiden reluctantly released his embrace. He allowed Claudia time to compose herself before they walked together out of the empty administrative office. Their steps synchronized as they headed toward the VVIP reception room.
Throughout their journey, Raiden seized the opportunity. With a casual yet meaningful gesture, he requested permission to scan the barcode ID of Claudia's private chat application. Without hesitation, she provided it, complete with a sweet smile that made Raiden's heart race faster.
'This girl seems to be developing an interest in me.' A subtle smirk graced Raiden's features as wild fantasies began dancing through his mind. Satisfaction gleamed clearly in his meaningful gaze.
Claudia caught the suspicious expression etched across Raiden's face. Yet in her innocence, she dismissed it as something ordinary.
Upon arriving at the luxurious VVIP room, a warm welcome enveloped Raiden. His mother, aunt, and Seraphina greeted him with tight embraces and loving kisses on his cheeks. Congratulations for his achievements flowed like water, making his chest swell with pride.
After brief pleasantries and feeling no further matters needed discussion, they bid their farewells to take their leave.
In the grand main lobby, the Magic Association's Chief Director stood alongside his secretary, who was none other than his granddaughter. They watched Raiden's entourage until their vehicles disappeared into the distance.
"Claudia," the Director's deep voice broke the silence, his face showing profound seriousness. "Prepare comprehensive documentation regarding Raiden's complete abilities immediately." He paused, ensuring his granddaughter caught every detail of his instructions. "Afterward, distribute the document summary to all prominent magic-user families and extra-class magic-user families."
"Yes, Grandfather." Claudia answered with a gentle yet firm tone, seriousness radiating from her every movement. There was no hesitation in her respectful voice.