"You all remember what I told you at the very beginning of the year. When this many exceptional talents emerge simultaneously, it signals something major approaching. Looking at the past two centuries of Federation history, talent surges always precede catastrophic events."
The classroom atmosphere shifted from pride to concern, students exchanging nervous glances.
Leonard Ashford, who'd been sitting silently in his usual position, nodded with grim understanding. His family's historical records would have confirmed this pattern.
Damian noticed that both Micheal Thorne and Adrian Murdock were absent – unusual given their consistent attendance.
'Student Council business. Probably dealing with an emergency session about my return or the Kestrel branch massacre.'
Seraphina's expression became more serious.
"This wasn't random speculation or abstract philosophy. Recent events prove the pattern is repeating. Damian Valcor exemplifies this perfectly."
