After classes ended, Gray and Seraph walked together toward the academy's grand cafeteria.
The hallways were bustling with students excited about the upcoming Inter-Academy Competition, their voices filling the air with chatter and anticipation.
Seraph walked gracefully beside him, her pure silver hair catching the light, drawing more than a few envious or admiring glances from the other students.
They entered the spacious cafeteria, which was already crowded.
The aroma of freshly cooked meals wafted through the air: roasted meats, fragrant stews, fresh bread, and various spirit-infused dishes that glowed faintly with mana.
Gray and Seraph moved through the line, selecting their food.
Gray chose a simple but hearty meal: grilled spirit beast steak, seasoned vegetables, and a bowl of nourishing qi rice.
Seraph opted for something lighter and more elegant, a delicate salad with crystal fruits, steamed fish infused with wind mana, and a small portion of honey-glazed pastries.
