K_Mopo

Eileen Caldwell had always been the epitome of a laid-back individual. From her early years to her teens, her passion for leisure rivaled that of any professional napper. School was merely a necessary inconvenience, and she found herself comfortably situated at the bottom of her class hierarchy, much to the chagrin of her teachers and the bemusement of her peers.

However, all of this changed on her 18th birthday signaling her transition into adulthood, a mysterious system was activated, one that would upend her world of sloth and slumber. Gone were the days of lounging around without consequence; instead, Eileen found herself thrust into a destiny she could scarcely have imagined.

This newly activated system, with its stern mandate against idleness, revealed to Eileen her true potential: she was destined to become one of the most formidable mages the world had ever seen. No longer could she while away the hours in blissful ignorance; instead, she was called upon to harness her latent magical abilities and rise to the challenge that lay before her.

Become a top mage at all costs

I lay in the infirmary bed, staring at the sterile white ceiling. My body felt a little better, but my mind was a swirling mess of emotions. The conversation with Lise earlier had left me hurt and confused. I wasn't madly in love with her, but after everything that had happened between us, her cold dismissal felt like a punch to the gut.

Her words echoed in my mind, each repetition sharpening the sting. Why did it feel so painful? I groaned and grabbed the pillow, pressing it over my face to muffle my scream. The frustration and hurt were overwhelming, and I needed an outlet. I let out a long, muffled yell into the pillow, hoping it would somehow expel the turmoil inside me.

Just as I was about to give up and bury myself under the blankets, I heard the door creak open. I lowered the pillow slightly and glanced towards the door, expecting to see a nurse or doctor. Instead, I was greeted by a familiar, teasing laugh.

Get some rest