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Meruin frowned and released all of them. "Yes, it does appear that it's begun. And hello there, Tony's sister."

She faced the three of them. "Let us continue our discussion," she said, completely unmindful of the fact that the contest had begun and they could be attacked at any time. "I do not wish to divulge too many of my secrets, however, I want you all to know that no matter what form of attack comes at us, we will not get harmed. No one in this school has the capacity to prevent my defensive spells from working, especially ones from my Grimoire."

The small mage stated this with utter confidence that was unlike her. It seemed she really believed what she said.