"I'll give you more than a show next time," I said, and they beamed softly.
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"Announcement: Every student is to gather at the arena entrance right now. Today we begin lectures," the cold, authoritative voice of Headmistress Lysanadra cut through the speaker floating in the air.
"I wonder what the first lessons are," two girls squirmed, passing beside me. One seemed really excited, while the lower ranks seemed puzzled and a bit worried.
"Looks like it's all going to happen at the Bond Healing Chambers," Ryker said, staring darkly at the big panel that revealed itself after Lysanadra swirled her hands.
"Silence," she said, and the entire arena went quiet. I just stared, trying to make sense of what Ryker said. From his gaze, I knew it was something serious, especially since he had been to the academy before with his former master.
