Chapter 188: Open Invitation

Jett left Clarence's office, the faint echo of his mentor's words still lingering in his mind. He shoved his hands into his pockets, his expression thoughtful. "What should I do now? I've got some free time, but I don't really feel like heading back to the dorm," he mused inwardly.

 

His feet carried him through the academy grounds without purpose, the cobbled paths and towering buildings passing in a blur. Before he knew it, he found himself at the academy's garden, an oasis of greenery nestled within the bustling campus. A sigh escaped his lips as he decided to take a breather.

 

He sank onto a stone bench beneath a canopy of vibrant blossoms. The air was filled with the faint, sweet scent of flowers, mingled with the earthy undertone of freshly turned soil. For the first time in what felt like ages, Jett allowed himself to just sit and watch.