Sorry for the wait everyone! Won't say anything else so here's Chapter 3!

"Allowing the summon battle! Commence!"

Upon the commanding voice of the principal, the field like wildfire covered the halls. Several shapes and numbers glittered from time to time and within moment's notice, familiar-like creatures appeared from the ground, all geared up for the upcoming battle.

"Oh this should be exciting!" Haruna exclaimed. "I wonder what kind of spectacle we'll see."

"Or the kind of magic they would show us..." Yue added while sipping her juice. "To be honest, I don't feel any kind of disturbance in the magic flo-!"

"D-Don't say those kind of things Y-Yue! W-W-We're all undercover you know!" Nodoka squeaked in panic.

In mixture of cheer and confusion, Negi's gaze was not broken on the battle that was brewing. As Minami and Hideyoshi take the frontlines, the young wizard's eyes emitted a faint glitter.

"Heh, that's it Negi. Forget it all for now and enjo-"

"Ah, Yuuji! The left side! The left!"

Before the Ala Alba could realize, the ESB has already progressed into the corridors. With the battles out of reach, the principal then turned to Ironman.

"I'm hoping Class F would give us a rather, entertaining ESB."

"Heh. They're idiots I'm sure they'll cook up with something which brings me, Springfield-sensei would you like to accompany me in overseeing their battle?"

"E-Eh? But I have no idea on what to do.."

"Come on Negi! I'm sure it'll be a fun experience for you!" Asuna urged as the other Ala Alba members nodded in agreement.

"B-But.."

From out of nowhere, several summoned beings passed by through them.

"Uwaah..They're so adorable~"

"I-I hope m-my familiar w-would be decent..."

"I believe the term is summoned being Nodoka..."

Looking at their entranced faces, Negi heaves a sigh. "Ok then Ironman, I'll be relying on you on showing me the ropes!"

"Its Nishimura, Springfield-sensei. Ironman is what the students usually call me..but..what the heck." With a big grin, the two teachers shook hands.

"A pleasure to meet you again Mr. Ironman!"

"Likewise Mr. Springfield!" As their hands shake vigorously, Nishimura can't help but feel the inhuman strength that was flowing within the boy teacher; transmitted in their handshake. Shifting gazes, he then turns to the principal which shows a small smile in return.

"Well then, most of the ESB is happening on the 2nd floor. I believe the principal has already registered your commands so all we need to do is go up."

"E-Eh commands? Y-You mean spel-Oof!" Before he could finish, Asuna goes over and lightly pounds his teacher's head.

"Ahaha! This Negi! Always so excited and blurting random things! Uhhm..can we tag along Ironwood-sensei?!"

"Its Ironman Ms. Kagurazaka and of course. If the principal allows it then I don't see any problem."

"Of course. It will also be the best way to orient our new students. Now then, you lot better hurry. The ESB might be over by the time you all reach the 2nd floor."

Giving one last nod, Ironman then led the Ala Alba upstairs, leaving the principal and Youko.

"It seems the Ironman can feel the boy's...Strength. Judging from his expression that he showed me earlier."

"About the boy teacher and Mahora principal?"

"They were not clear on the details but...Let's just observe for now. They are our guest and to strengthen the bonds between the two schools. I sure hope they'll elaborate on what is really happening later on."

Looking at her wristwatch, the principal heaves a heavy sigh.

[2nd Floor Corridors]

After a few minutes, Nishimura and Ala Alba finally arrived. In the heat of battle, several teachers were in position, overseeing the ESB battles and as expected, Class F is slowly being pushed back.

In one of the corners, Hideyoshi, Voyeur, Yuuji and Akihisa ponder over their next move after subduing several Class E students.

"Ugh. This is getting hard of us Yuuji. We need some sort of plan if we are to win this."

"I know Akihisa but it seems that Class E has bolstered their forces. Himeji needs more time if we can flank the-!"

"From behind! Voyeur!"

From out of nowhere, several Class E reinforcements appeared.

"This is the end Sakamoto! Teacher if you please!"

"All right! Permission to summon granted!"

Thrusting his hands forward, a similar field from earlier appeared and from it, several familiars have appeared and began clashing with one another.

"You guys need to fall back! Voyeur and I can handle this!" Hideyoshi exclaimed.

"Formulate a plan...You guys must retreat."

"But..tsk, we need to meet with Shimada and the others Akihisa! Let's g- Akihisa?!" Calling his name, Yuuji notices Akihisa staring from several meters away from where the Ironman and the Ala Alba are.

"Save that for later your idiot! We need to fall back right now!"

"Wait! I have a plan..A plan that can may be bail us out of here.."

"What do you mean? Well you better make it fast because we're going to be using orange boxes again if I'm picked off here.."

...

Back to where the Ala Alba is, Ironman briefly explains the mechanics and the situation.

"...So you see the difference in power and prowess. Class F has resorted to covert tactics to try and actually win. It seems that Class E has actually prepared for this ESB and I wouldn't be surprised if Sakamoto gets picked off."

"...Ah, I see...But isn't this a bit too hard on them?" Negi replied. "You mentioned about their learning facilities being degraded

"It is but our method Springfield-sensei. "

"...I see."

With his gaze not leaving the clash a few meters away, the Ala Alba sensed that something was off.

"I think he's concerned with Class F." Yue squeaked while Nodoka nodded in agreement.

"But that's our Negi's nature." Konoka added. "Knowing him, he might be thinking of something to help them."

"And that very attitude had repercussions Konoka! Remember what happened at Mun-!"

From out of nowhere, several hands suddenly silenced Chisame's mouth.

"Sigh..ok then." Leaving the group pile, Asuna suddenly grabs Negi's arm.

"A-A-Asuna-san?!"

"Excuse me Mr. Ironmetal but can we borrow sensei for a few minutes?!"

"Again, its Ironman Ms. Kagurazaka and I don't mind."

"Thanks~"

"W-What's going Asuna-san? What's this all.." Before he could finish, his eyes met of the Ala Alba, like expecting something.

"We know Negi. You're thinking about something. So let's hear it!"

"Everyone...Well, actually its regarding about the ESB..."

And that's it! Comments and reviews are appreciated. Its what keeps me writing. Thanks for reading and see you on the next Chapter!