Footsteps echoed softly against the polished stone floor as Noctis and Ethan made their way toward the cafeteria.
It was midday already, and the rays of sun filtered through the tall windows of the first-year building, casting long shadows across the corridor.
Ethan walked beside Noctis, hands in his pockets, seemingly lost in thought.
"Why was he in such a hurry? You know something?" Noctis asked suddenly, walking beside him.
Ethan spoke casually. "No idea, it's David; he's probably doing something weird somewhere." His mind flicked to Ivan, who'd parted ways to meet his sister and visit the office.
As they exited the first-year building and approached the cafeteria, the hum of voices and activity grew louder.
The building had five floors to it, with each floor assigned to students of different years. The upper floor was reserved for faculty members or university guests.
The double doors swung open, revealing a sprawling hall packed with first-year students.
