In the quiet aftermath of a grueling training day, Esteria and Celine walked toward their quarters, muscles aching yet minds sharper with each step. As they rounded the final corner, a group of teammates caught up with them, their eyes sparkling with admiration and a touch of envy.
"Unbelievable! You two only need ten more points to graduate," said a teammate, a hint of awe in his voice. "Meanwhile, my group still has twenty points to go. How are you two even doing this?"
Another teammate smirked, cutting in with a sidelong glance. "Well, look at her! She's Lord El-Kharis's mate, after all. She must have a share of his powers, right?"
