71 Planning For The Future

With only one day left until midterms began, Wolfe was sitting at a table in the cafeteria, with Pup's head resting in his lap while they waited for Mary to pick up her breakfast. The big dog had taken to leaning against him whenever possible, absorbing the excess energy that Wolfe attracted and generally finding excuses not to move more than was necessary.

Every table, no matter the year of students, was intently focused on the same topic. "What could they do to improve their chances on the exams?" For some, it was their first time. For others, they were trying to climb the ranks so they could get a better placement after they left the academy.