Chapter 61:Moving up

A Change in Rank

The first rays of sunlight filtered through the dormitory window, casting a golden glow across Kain's room. He groggily sat up, rubbing the sleep from his eyes as the remnants of his dreams faded into the morning light. His body still ached slightly from the intense training and battles he had endured over the past few weeks, but it was a satisfying ache—the kind that reminded him of progress.

He stretched his arms over his head, feeling the stiffness in his muscles, before rolling out of bed. Across the room, Talor was still asleep, his blanket half-thrown over his face as soft snores filled the air. Kain smirked, knowing his roommate would be rushing to get ready at the last minute, like usual.