"I believe I can provide the answer to your query," a muffled voice echoed from behind the gathered students, drawing their attention, as a hooded figure emerged from the shadows.
The students, gathered around the fallen Dark Wolf, tensed at the unexpected arrival. They hadn't sensed the man's presence until he was mere feet away.
"Who are you?" John asked, his voice laced with suspicion.
With a chuckle, the figure pulled back his hood, revealing a face that balanced kindness and mischief. "Don't worry. I am your invigilator for this exam and one of the Sura Forest's guards."
Somewhat reassured, the students relaxed their stances, though a few still eyed him warily.
"He is telling the truth, you know," a woman's voice chimed in as two figures stepped from another shadowed entrance of the cave.
