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Chapter 186: S-Class Mage

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Whoosh!

The curtain was drawn back, revealing Makarov standing front and center. Behind him stood Erza and Mirajane, and further back was Gildarts. Aside from Laxus, who had recently departed, all four of Fairy Tail's S-Class mages were present.

"Master!"

"We've been waiting! Announce it already!"

"Who will it be this year...?"

"Ooooohhhhh!"

The guildhall erupted in cheers. This was Fairy Tail's biggest annual event.

"S-Class Mage Promotion Trial?" Lucy was bewildered, having no idea what was going on.

"Ooooohhh! I'm all fired up!" Natsu roared.

"What's the trial about?" Lucy asked.

"It changes every year, but the difficulty never decreases," Warren answered. "But those who pass will become S-Class mages."

"This year, eight members have been selected to participate. The first is Natsu Dragneel..."

"Yeah! Alright, Natsu!" Happy cheered. Natsu, however, was surprisingly calm, his eyes filled with determination.

"Gray Fullbuster..."

"Juvia Lockser!"

"Huh? Juvia, too...?"

Juvia was surprised. Though she had been an S-Class mage in Phantom Lord, she had only recently joined Fairy Tail.

"Elfman Strauss!"

"A man's gotta be S-Class!"

"Do your best, Elfman!" Lisanna cheered.

"Cana Alberona!"

"..." Cana remained silent. Compared to the others, she seemed less enthusiastic. This was understandable.

She was one of the oldest members of the younger generation and had participated in the S-Class trials many times, only to fail each time. The competition within the guild was fierce.

Celestial Spirit users, Dragon Slayers, Demons, Requip users...

There were a lot of powerful mages. If she weren't so determined, she would have been relegated to a background character long ago.

"Freed Justine!"

"Levy McGarden..."

"It's Levy!"

Jet and Droy, the other members of Team Shadow Gear, were overjoyed.

"Mest Gryder... These eight will be participating in this year's S-Class Promotion Trial!" Makarov announced.

The guild erupted in a mix of cheers and groans. Alzack covered his face, groaning in disappointment. "Not chosen again this year..."

He was one of the stronger members of the guild and had hoped to participate. Bisca comforted him. "There's always next year, Alzack..."

"Good luck, everyone!" Wendy cheered.

Lucy was puzzled. "So, people work hard to improve their reputations just to participate in this trial?"

"Only one person will pass and become an S-Class mage. Give it your all this week..." Makarov added.