And then, almost on cue, it began.
Thin tendrils of ink, black as pitch and unnaturally fluid, began to stretch across the page in elegant strokes.
Gradually, the word slides into existence.
Arlok exhaled a quiet "ohh," this time softer, the awe replacing the exasperation in his voice, while the others leaned in closer.
Yerin stared at the parchment, tracking the living ink as it settled.
Then, she began to read it.
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{Arrival Information}
{Current Time: 6:00 AM}
{Expected Arrival: 10:00 AM}
The voyage will take about four hours. During that time, all scholar must remain inside their assigned quarters until further notice. This is a direct order from the academy.
Anyone leaving their quarters without the express permission of authorized personnel will be in violation of academy rules and subject to disciplinary action, regardless of the reason. So, please stay in your quarters and wait until further instructions are given.
{Island Grid System Deployment}
