POV: LunaWe spent two days analyzing the chapel sigil.Finally, Sienna found the solution. "We don't destroy it. We redirect it. Channel the gathered energy harmlessly. Dissipate it into the wards. Strengthen our defenses instead of attacking them.""Brilliant," I said.We executed the plan carefully. Precisely. Successfully.The sigil's power redirected. Absorbed into Silverwood's protective barriers. Made us stronger instead of vulnerable."One threat neutralized," the Headmaster said. "But stay vigilant. Where there's one trap, there are usually more."That afternoon, mandatory combat training. All fourth-years. Combined magical and physical skills.Professor Thorne organized us into pairs. "You'll be working with partners. Coordinating attacks. Covering weaknesses. Building teamwork."I was paired with Liam. Obviously. Mate bonds made us natural partners.But when I looked around, I noticed something.Caleb was there. Observing. Waiting for assignment.And Aiden Cross. My second
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