The Boy Who Became the World's Strongest Sorcerer Begins His Practical Exercise Seeking to enjoy his youthful life Ray joins the Environmental Research Club, muscle-bound fitness enthusiasts who seek dangerous environments to train in, revealing Ray has a Gold-class hunter license. He also joins the Gardening club with Rebecca, but must convince club secretary Dina by turning a field of weeds into a flower garden. Despite Dina’s distaste he succeeds. Rebecca suggests Ray compete in the Sword-Sorcerer Tournament. Abbie informs Ray an Imperial spy has infiltrated the academy and must be neutralized. Claris is pleasantly surprised Ray considers her a friend. Students are expected to complete a forest skills course in teams of four. Ray forms a team with Evi, Elisa and Amelia, infuriating Albert. Teams must survive a monster filled forest for 24 hours and collect stamps from key areas. As a farmer Ray is already an expert and their team pass with time to spare. Reflecting on the war Ray feels guilty for enjoying his new life while hiding his real identity. Ray saves Albert's team from a giant monster. Amelia is shocked Ray defeated the monster alone. A concealed spy enchants the monster, resurrecting it stronger than before.