Chapter 4: Classroom Competition
In Elara's classroom, each student had their unique methods for taking notes and studying. While some used physical books, most preferred digital formats like iPads or Remarkable tablets. This technological edge allowed Elara to take notes and absorb information rapidly, making her one of the top ten students in the class, usually ranking fifth.
The top four positions were held by students with secret super abilities. Amelia, who held the fourth position, had a photographic memory that displayed events and memories like screens before her eyes. She created a system to filter only important memories, as too many screens could overwhelm her in crowded places.
Jared, in the third position, was a wild and messy-looking student with the ability to clone others' abilities for a year after touching them. However, his rank remained third because high-intelligence abilities were rare, and he had difficulty touching the first-ranked student.
Yagami Light, named after the character from "Death Note" by his obsessive parents, held the second position. His ability, similar to Amelia's, activated by locking eyes with any living creature, allowing him to access their memories.
The top student, Ambiga Abia, believed himself to be the main character and thought he was always right due to his vast knowledge and high intelligence. His intuitive abilities were unparalleled, but he refrained from using them in combat classes where abilities were forbidden due to the presence of mixed students, some without any powers.
Elara's rank of fifth was due to her own belief that she was ordinary, despite her telepathy. She deliberately aimed for this position, ensuring she never scored 100% by intentionally making mistakes. This was because she sensed the teachers' thoughts from their office and didn't want to draw too much attention to herself.
In this competitive environment, Elara's telepathic ability gave her a unique edge, allowing her to understand and navigate the thoughts and motivations of her classmates and teachers. However, her humility and desire to remain under the radar kept her from striving for the top positions, maintaining a balance between her abilities and her perceived ordinariness.