A pale, misty dawn eradicated the darkness of the academy skies, bringing forth the second day of the trials.
Dancing clouds lingered over the academy grounds, drifting aimlessly, waiting for the sun to send them off.
Yet, there was little peace to be found beneath that morning veil.
For the entire capital was talking about the second trial, and more importantly, Thane.
By now, only two principals of top academies knew about Thane's background, because both had met him beforehand, showering him in bitter coffee in the process.
Athenok of Blue Leaf Academy and Zoases of the first ranked academy, Golden Crown Academy. The one who personally nurtured Edniot Quintess, whom Thane had as the benchmark of strength since that day.
Thane's name had escaped the academy walls and spread through taverns, markets, noble estates, and military barracks alike.
