The academy's halls loomed large, and Pyris felt a strange, buzzing energy in the air as he walked alongside Alera, Aurelia, and Alexa. It had only been a few hours since they'd arrived, but the sense of anticipation lingered heavily.
He could feel the weight of his transformation pressing down on him, still uncertain how much of the golden dragon's power would break through at any given moment.
His thoughts swirled as they made their way across the courtyard. It was an ordinary day, but Pyris knew deep down that everything had changed. Even his family, though discreet, couldn't hide their surprise at the power he now held. The academy, with its curious students and watchful instructors, wasn't the place to reveal such a thing.
They split up after a short conversation. Alera and Alexa went to their classes, and Aurelia disappeared to tend to her duties. Pyris was left to wander alone for the time being.
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