Life Strands

Vale nodded at the Professor and kept the book on his table.

He couldn't read it now, but he would surely study it once he returned to his dorm.

***

Lisa looked at Vale with a complicated gaze. She thought that she had gotten closer to Vale's level during this summer break, but today's assessment made her realize their vast difference.

She shook her head at this thought as she reminded herself of one thing.

'Unlike them, I have no background in the world of mysticism and barely learned something from Senior Lesley. I didn't have anyone to support me, and I didn't have any riches that could help me with my advancement. I should be satisfied that my talent isn't bad.'

She felt better at this thought as she looked at her classmates.