Raena stood at the center of the training field, acutely aware of the tension enveloping her like a thick fog. It was a familiar place, but today felt charged with something different.
Jaun, his eyes piercing and unwavering despite being covered mostly by his thick glasses, still held her gaze. His vibrant red hair flickered in the sunlight, radiating an almost otherworldly glow that could easily distract any onlooker.
But Raena wasn't one to falter easily. It might have been evident before that she stood no chance against the hot nerd, yet this time, she had sensed a shift in the air. Perhaps a palpable energy that coursed through her veins. What was it? It was as if a new kind of power had awoken within her compared to what she usually had before entering the gates of Thornwood.
"Come right at me, baby," Jaun smirked.
Raena raised her eyebrow. "Huh?"
"I mean camaraderie!"
Raena gulped. "Okay... sure?"
