End-of-Term Exam (6)

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Hiss—

The train let off steam as it came to a stop at the temporary platform at the entrance to the Kandiva Demon Realm.

The temporary platform where the train stopped was hardly worthy of being called a station.

It consisted of a single siding branching off from the main track, with a platform of gravel and planks beside it.

Beyond the shabby platform stretched a dense forest.

Along the forest’s edge stood rows of barrier stakes twice the height of a person, while searchlights slowly revolved atop watchtowers rising at regular intervals.

Between the towers, patrols carrying rifles and spears made their rounds at regular intervals.

“So this is…… the Kandiva Demon Realm……”

Witnessing the heavily fortified scene, the students swallowed nervously without even realizing it...