A few moments before Apollo and Alicia discovered the ancient altar, three brave students from the High class decided to assist the academy's security in searching for food and water.
"We can help, sir!" Darius declared, eager to prove himself and be useful to the adults. His enthusiasm radiated through the group, bolstering their spirits.
"No need, student Darius. Please head back; it's too dangerous," the security officer responded, attempting to mask his concern with a reassuring smile. In truth, they were not genuinely seeking food or water; they were scouting for potential enemies lurking nearby.
"Why can't we help? Apollo and that black-haired girl from the Lower class were allowed to go, but we aren't? Isn't that unfair?" Rose, another student from the High class, protested, her voice tinged with frustration.
"Yeah, sir! We want to be useful too!" Monny chimed in, determined to prove their skills in front of the first-year students.
