The academy bell rang once more, signaling the end of the students' first course classes. The once-quiet hallways buzzed with activity as students rushed to their next sessions, eager to make it within the five-minute transition period.
Liam and Asher stepped out of their classroom, heading in the same direction—they both had Knight Combat Training next, under the same set of instructors. As they made their way toward the training halls, they recalled the slight change in location from their usual training grounds. The instructors had informed them that while the past months' sessions were merely introductory, they were now entering the academy's real training system. The training halls were designed for structured, real-time combat experience, unlike the outdoor grounds meant for basic assessments.
Fortunately, they found the correct hall without much trouble. However, the moment they stepped inside, it became clear—they were late.
