"We are finally here"
After days of relentless travel, Kaelen and his companions finally approached the towering gates of the Pacesetter Academy. The familiar sight of the academy's grand spires and bustling grounds filled Kaelen with a mix of relief and uncertainty. The journey had changed him and his friends, each of them having grown stronger through their trials, but the weight of what lay ahead still lingered.
As they crossed the threshold into the academy, they were greeted by the sight of General Cao waiting for them. His posture was firm, arms crossed, and his sharp eyes took in each of them with a discerning gaze. The school guards at his side stood in disciplined silence, their presence reminding Kaelen of the academy's ever-present vigilance.
"Welcome back," General Cao said, his deep voice carrying both authority and warmth. "I've been expecting you."
