Alex retrieved the short staff from his back once he got close enough to be noticed by the students. He activated its long staff mode and leapt across the river, quickly making it to the other side.
His actions caught the attention of the students fighting amongst themselves.
"Someone's approaching, and fast!" One student exclaimed once he saw Alex leap over the river. While the river's width was not very wide, it wasn't short either.
It was 112 metres across, and Alex made that jump with no problem. He made no effort to hide his presence either, catching the attention of everyone.
His speed was more than anyone there could bargain for, and due to his constant shifting around, it was difficult to spot the individual.
As if by agreement, they stopped fighting among themselves and prepared to face the new intruder, who seemed to be faster and stronger than they were.
