After the afternoon class concluded, many students emerged with tired expressions, intending to retreat to their dormitories for some much-needed rest after a long day. Some opted to head to the cafeteria for dinner before calling it a day. The sun slowly set, casting a trail of orange sunshine into the academy building.
While most students went about their business, Helen and Annette's group moved to a quiet area near the academy building to discuss matters in private.
Under Helen's full control, Annette and her friends obediently followed her every command, listening intently as Helen outlined her malicious scheme, which she had been planning since the beginning.
"Next time when Seraphine and her group travel outside the academy, eliminate her and make it look like an accident. Understood?" Helen instructed them meticulously, and they all listened carefully, nodding in response like mere puppets.
