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

As the crowd of students dispersed, I couldn't help but feel a knot of stress tightening in my stomach. Being partnered with Zaya Swanson, the top performer from yesterday's test, was a daunting prospect. But maybe this was a chance—a chance to be on the winning side, rather than facing her as an opponent.

Just as I was lost in thought, Zaya suddenly appeared next to me in a blink of an eye. Her teleportation startled me so much that I almost lost my balance. Before I could tumble to the ground, Zaya's strong arms caught me, holding me securely.

"Careful there," she said with a friendly smile, her crimson and purple eyes twinkling with amusement. Up close, she looked absolutely stunning. Her beauty was captivating, her smile capable of melting hearts. "We're partners now. I can't wait to work with you."

A multi-day challenge on an island