The day of the hunt had finally arrived. The academy grounds buzzed with a mixture of excitement and tension as students gathered in the main square, waiting for the official start. Each group of students stood firm, assembled by year.
Among the crowd of first-years stood Adeline and Theresa, their contrasting demeanours setting them apart.
Adeline stood tall and composed, her gaze sharp and focused. Months of preparation had led to this moment, and she was ready. Her confidence wasn't born from arrogance but from the hard-earned mastery of her powers and her determination to achieve her goals. She had a plan, and she wasn't going to let anything—or anyone—deter her.
Beside her, Theresa shifted nervously, wringing her hands and glancing around. She didn't want to be here. The thought of venturing into the hunting grounds, facing monsters, and risking her life terrified her.
