Gradually, their small group grew larger as more freshmen joined when they heard that a senior was leading them to the event center. This unexpected guidance turned out to be the answer to their prayers.
Every time Hera glanced back to speak with the freshmen following her, she noticed their numbers growing, making her lips twitch slightly. She wasn't sure whether to laugh, but she held it in, knowing she was just helping her schoolmates. The tall nerd still walked behind her, sticking out like a sore thumb among the other freshmen due to his height. No one tried to push past him to get closer to Hera; in a way, he acted like a bodyguard, silently maintaining order and preventing anyone from being shoved aside.
After more than 20 minutes of walking, they finally reached the dome-like event center, capable of accommodating thousands of people. Many students were already streaming inside, finding their classes and seats.
