The weight of their discovery hung over the group as they made their way toward the academy council chambers. Lumi had never been this close to uncovering something so dangerous. Professor Aurelian, a trusted mentor, had been betraying them all along, hiding his involvement with Erick while covering his tracks within the academy. The realization still left her reeling, but there was no time to dwell on it.
They had gathered the evidence, and now they needed to act. The academy council would be the deciding factor in whether they could stop Erick and cut off his growing influence.
Lumi glanced at Cyana, who walked steadily beside her. The tension was clear in Cyana's posture—her usual calm demeanor now accompanied by a focused intensity. Cyana had been the driving force behind much of their efforts, but Lumi knew how deeply personal this was for her, especially with her royal ties to the kingdom of Iris.
