The sun had just risen, casting its warm glow over the lively streets below.
"Aur, we should be arriving in the outer region soon," John said, a smile playing on his lips.
"Yes," Aur replied, his expression remaining stoic.
As they approached the tall wall that separated the academy from the outer village, a guard intercepted them, wearing silver armour adorned with an intricate symbol of two stars. Beside him stood his subordinates, each bearing a single star emblem on there silver armour.
"Halt!?" the front guard said, his brow furrowing in suspicion.
John and the others exchanged slight frowns at the unexpected scrutiny.
Without a word, Aur displayed the mission emblem, prompting the guard to nod in understanding.
"You may proceed, Young Lord," the guard said respectfully, signalling to his subordinate, who promptly opened the gates for them.
Aur nodded his head and walked outside.
