The afternoon sun stretched golden rays across the cobblestone path leading to Solvayne Academy's massive library.
The warm light gave everything a soft glow. But it didn't make Kyle walk any faster.
His hands were stuffed deep into his pockets. His boots scuffing lazily as he dragged his feet along the stones.
Beside him. Reo matched his slow pace perfectly.
If someone saw them from a distance. They would think the two were on their way to a punishment instead of a study session.
Neither looked happy to be there.
Ahead of them, Luna walked with purpose. Her short white hair bounced behind her with every firm step.
She was on a mission. And that mission was to drag her lazy friends into academic decency.
She suddenly turned around, planting herself right in front of them with her arms crossed. Her sharp eyes narrowed.
"I can hear you two moping from here," she said firmly. "We're studying today. No arguments."
