Nero was guided to the headmaster's office. His teacher excused himself, leaving Nero alone with the man said to be on par with the leaders of the seven great clans.
The headmaster had long white hair and a muscular frame, and he exuded a palpable pressure even without intending to. He was an Apex Knight—the Knight of Gravitation.
"Greetings, Headmaster. I heard you wished to see me?" Nero swallowed his fear. The man before him was like an insurmountable wall. He was that strong.
"Not bad." That was all the headmaster said before gesturing for Nero to sit across from him. Nero obeyed.
And there, beyond the sealed doors, the two began to talk.
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