Elias’s POVThe hallway felt too bright when I stepped out of my room the next morning.I hadn’t slept well. My mind kept replaying yesterday; the test, the stumble, Hale’s stare, Vale’s silent frown, Ronan’s promise outside my door.I didn’t see Ronan when I came out.I thought he left early.But then I saw him leaning against the far wall, arms crossed, watching everyone walk past like he owned the floor. His eyes found mine instantly.“You’re late,” he said.“No, I’m not.”“You woke up late, then.”I clicked my tongue, but he was right. I walked toward him.As soon as I was close, he straightened. “Ready?”“No,” I muttered. “But I’m here.”“That is enough,” he said.We walked together toward the training wing. Students moved out of Ronan’s way, giving him wide space. Some nodded to him. Some looked at me with quiet curiosity.The air felt heavy with expectation.Today was the post-assessment review; the day instructors analyzed yesterday’s footage and questioned anyone who had “unu
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