The academy's investigation team arrived with several healers and high-level recovery potions, quickly restoring some of the student's depleted spirit reserves.
Contrary to Damon's expectations, they didn't even suspect him—not of being involved, nor of his blood being used in the summoning ritual. He and Lilith were only asked a few cursory questions. It seemed the academy already had an idea of what was happening or at least a lead, which meant the possibility of him being accused was off the table for now.
Professor Chrome had come along with the investigation team, wearing a worried expression. The hearty old man reassured Damon with a firm pat on the shoulder, like a kind grandfather easing a child's fears. Damon let out a sigh of relief. He hadn't realized his worries were so obvious that even his professors had taken notice.