95 Chapter 95: Beautiful Morning (1/2)

This was one of the tedious tasks the Council is supposed to do in return for not attending classes. They have to guard the academy and punish those who skip classes.

After finishing one corner, Hazel sighed as she gazed at the blue sky. She thought back to the morning events which passed well...too well for her taste.

The Principal had successfully announced the transfer of the two princes as well as the new addition to the Heroes Council.

But as anticipated, the news did trigger the students. Numerous allegations and protests arose from the crowd signifying the unfairness in the method. And, as expected they calmed down once they knew those spots could be taken by anyone if one manages to defeat them.

On hearing this, many were ambitious as they thought they could finally get into the Heroes Council. The interests that came along with it was tempting enough that everyone forgot about one main factor.

That Prince Usui and Prince Zelal were part of the top 10 in Silver Mages with Usui being the first. And, that how the Heroes Council members easily allowed the new arrangements.

How naive were they to think they could defeat the princes easily!

Gossips arose within the crowd as soon as the Principal stepped back from the podium.

One murmured, ”Prince Usui and Prince Zelal? I feel like I have heard of them.”

Another one shrugged, ”Well yeah, don't you know? They were the strongest in Silver Mages. I have heard tales about how they ruled the academy.”

”What? But I heard something along the line that they never bothered about trivial matters.”

Many widened their eyes in surprise. They didn't know which to believe but one thing was sure. That the princes were Strong.

Another one smirked as he rotated his shoulders, ”Well, we wouldn't know unless we try.”

Some people shook their heads as they said, ”You people sure have a death wish.”

Hazel and the rest weren't surprised by their words. It was what was expected from their academy. Never fear anyone, Never give up without trying.

Once Hazel and the rest stepped forward, the crowd instantly quietened down and made way for them to head to the podium. They eagerly looked behind the Heroes Council to be only disappointed when they noticed the absence of the princes.

The students turned to the podium and saw the Heroes Council members hurriedly taking their positions - all except President Hazel. They noticed Hazel walk to the principal and whisper something in his ears. Everyone curiously watched when they saw the principal widen his eyes in shock and rushed off the podium.

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Hazel sighed again when she thought back to what happened early morning. She couldn't help but think about the unfamiliar tingling sensation in her heart as if it was warning her.

Absurd! Yes, that was what she thought.

”Aren't you sighing a lot on this beautiful morning?”

Jinha's voice sounded behind her, startling Hazel. She glanced behind her and saw him standing behind her with his hands tucked in his pants.

Hazel smiled softly at him as she asked, ”Did you finish your rounds?”

”Well, I didn't but it looks like someone offered to do my part too.”

Jinha shrugged while gesturing to her surroundings. Hazel widened her eyes and looked around, finally grasping the fact that she was making rounds in the wrong section.

Before she could open her mouth, Jinha rustled her head as he said, ”Well, since you kindly offered to take my section, I would help with yours too.”

Hazel pursed her lips as she walked ahead leaving Jinha behind shaking his head.

He knew she was having a long debate inside her and the outcome would finally make her decide on a path- the path of darkness or the path of light?

Jinha walked behind her, not too far or too close to her. He wanted her to know that he was there for her and that she could turn to him anytime. But, the stubborn girl wouldn't give in that easily.