Chapter 262
Grey, who had been reluctantly forced to participate in the assessment for the Lunaria Academy's tournament, stood near the edge of the hall, his arms crossed and expression unreadable.
It was then that Lyra approached, her steps hesitant but determined, her cheeks tinged with a rosy blush.
Grey shifted uncomfortably. Her words, though sincere, prickled at his nerves. The atmosphere grew tense as Lyra pressed on, undeterred by his silence, until—he finally snapped.
Sparks of lightning crackled around him, the volatile energy crawling along his arms and illuminating the space like a warning flare.
His eyes burned with barely restrained power as he faced her down, his aura screaming danger.
And then—
Bang!
The heavy double doors slammed open with a thunderous crash that echoed through the hall like a battle gong. All heads turned. The training hall, once buzzing with chatter and murmurs, fell into complete silence.
