The three followed him deep into the academy, eventually reaching an indoor training ground at the rear campus. This was a space Alfred had specifically requested earlier that day.
Aaron had agreed. In exchange for Alfred's cooperation and a rare apology, the director had approved all his requests.
Alfred didn't care about Aaron's motives. Results were all that mattered.
If not for Lily, he wouldn't have compromised at all.
Inside the circular training hall, Soul Barriers shimmered faintly along the walls.
"From today on," Alfred said, "you will train with me every night. This is preparation for the Class Promotion Tournament in three months."
His gaze landed on Ray first. "Your martial soul is Silverfalls Vine. You were originally chosen because I had no better option. Even now, with Lily here, what I said before stands. But if after three months you fail to meet my standards, only these two will represent the class."
