The following days passed in a blur. Professor Liora Velas had been taken into custody by the academy's guards, and the headmaster had wasted no time in launching a full investigation into her actions and her connection to Erick. The academy's magical wards, which had been at risk of falling due to Liora's sabotage, were reinforced, and additional security measures were put in place.
Despite the danger being averted, Lumi couldn't shake the uneasy feeling that had settled deep in her chest. Erick's influence lingered in the shadows, and while they had stopped his latest plan, Lumi knew they hadn't seen the last of him. She could feel it—something was still out there, lurking.
But for now, at least, the academy was safe.
