The classroom was abuzz with activity as the second-year students whispered among themselves.
Their conversations ranging from idle gossip to speculation about the mid-term exams.
Noah Ashbourne sat at his desk near the back, his gaze distant as he leaned back in his chair, arms crossed.
The professor at the front, an older man with a stern face and graying hair, tapped his desk to gather everyone's attention.
"Quiet down."
He said, his voice slicing through the chatter.
"I have an important announcement regarding your mid-term exams this year."
The murmurs subsided, and the students sat straighter, their interest piqued.
Noah's eyes flickered toward the front, though his expression remained neutral.
"This year, your mid-term exams will not follow the usual format..." the professor began.
"...Instead, they will be a joint exercise with the first-year students."
