The sun hung high in the sky, casting golden light over the academy grounds.
The classes had ended, and students were scattered across the open courtyards, some heading to the library, others toward the training grounds.
Kael walked with a steady pace, weaving through the students.
His mind was set—he had to tell Lumia about her ruined notebook.
As he approached, he spotted her standing near the hallway's with her friends.
"Lumia," Kael called out.
She turned at the sound of his voice, her violet eyes meeting his. "Yes?"
Meanwhile, behind a cluster of bushes a few meters away, three figures were crouched in a poorly executed attempt at hiding.
"Move over, idiot," Marcus whispered, elbowing Ren in the ribs.
"Shut up. I can't see," Ren grumbled, shifting slightly.
Shirone sighed, pinching the bridge of his nose. "This is so dumb…"
Back in the hallway, Kael hesitated before speaking. His fingers tightened slightly.
