Noctis glanced at Ethan and Lena, who were now talking with each other. "I'm heading to the restroom. Be right back." He walked away, moving in a direction.
Ethan raised an eyebrow but nodded. "Hmm, don't be late for the ceremony."
Lena paused, looking at Noctis's back as he walked away. She then turned back to Ethan and continued their conversation, feeling a sense of anticipation for the upcoming ceremony.
Noctis chuckled; he slipped away, turning around the corner. The university grounds were vast, a blend of medieval and cutting-edge magical technology.
Towers spiraled into the sky, their peaks adorned with glowing orbs that pulsed with mana as they formed a barrier over the campus. Students milled about, their uniforms a mix of black and white, each adorned with the sapphire gem marking them as first-years, some making their way to the ceremony, while some stayed outside taking their time.
