Richard's internal turmoil intensified as he grappled with the weight of taking a life. The unsettling reality that he had killed someone lingered like a shadow over his actions. But the battle was so chaotic that he had to pay attention to two more enemies, who were part of the masked crew of twenty.
Meanwhile, the once familiar faces of his fellow students became unrecognizable in the heat of combat. Samuel, who had been engaged in a conversation with Richard just moments ago, was now in the throes of a fierce battle against a masked opponent. His mastery of wind magic allowed him to move with unparalleled agility, delivering swift punches whenever he found an opening.
