One day, Ron had just finished his morning class.
As he was preparing to return to his office to organize his teaching notes, a thin figure appeared at the classroom door.
It was Kael, an apprentice of mixed human and Danasu lineage.
Compared to the other classmates, Kael always seemed extraordinarily quiet.
He seldom spoke up voluntarily, often sitting in the corner of the classroom, listening with an expression of nearly painful concentration.
"Mentor Ralph..."
Kael's voice was as light as a breeze brushing the leaves: "May I take a few minutes of your time?"
Ron noticed that this apprentice's condition was even worse than usual.
His skin had the pale green characteristic of the Danasu race, which now appeared unhealthy grayish white.
His hands were also trembling slightly, as if resisting some unseen force.
"Of course, Kael. Please sit."
Ron gestured for him to sit down in the chair in front, while carefully observing the apprentice's condition.
