Kael was awakened by a loud sound echoing throughout the penthouse, interrupting his sleep. A firm and authoritative voice reverberated through the magical communication system installed in the dormitory.
"Attention, first-year students. The opening ceremony will begin soon. All students must present themselves properly dressed in the Grand Auditorium within the next thirty minutes. Repeating..."
He let out a heavy sigh, running a hand over his face. "Damn... this early?"
Still half-asleep, he sat up in bed, feeling his body protest against the interrupted rest. The room was still immersed in darkness, but he knew he couldn't afford to laze around.
Before he could fully get up, Umbra materialized beside him, floating lazily.
"Good morning, sleepyhead! Ready to mingle with a bunch of stuck-up rich kids?"
Kael ignored the comment and got up, stretching quickly. "Do I have a choice?"
