Night Training

Perhaps it was the heat but along the way we didn't say a word to each other. I wasn't much of a talker and she didn't seem to be one either. I didn't really mind as eventually we reached the Dining Hall. 

" This is the Dining Hall. You can find your friends here right? " She nodded . 

" Thank you. " 

" No problem, I just realized that I should probably get some water so It's good I came back here anyway. " We both entered the Dining Hall which was just a bit quieter than before. 

" I'm going to go get some water. Bye. " She waved as we went our separate ways. 

I wandered around a bit before finding a place where I could get some water. After having my fill I made my way out of the Dining Hall. It wasn't as hot anymore since it was around 6 making it close to sunset. I arrived back at the dorms and laid down. I sighed in satisfaction as my body relaxed.

" Hey, Ejaer. "

I looked to the side where the other bunk bed was. Edward was staring at me. I was confused about what he wanted. 

" You understand what this place is right? " I furrowed my brow at his question. 

" It's the best Academy in the Empire. Radiant Academy built and owned by Duke Harmon's family. " He looked at me and turned away. 

" That's true but you don't understand. I'm actually the son of a Noble Family. Baron Jos is my father. You probably don't know this but there will probably be a coup in around 20 years. " I looked at him for a bit before closing my eyes. 

" That has nothing to do with me. I'll simply graduate from the Academy in 15 years and live my life. Not much I can do about all things like that anyway. " He scoffed. 

" You do realize that the one who will overthrow the current Royal Family is Duke Harmon right? He holds the most power in terms of military might. He has 4 different Academy's which have the most talented people enrolled in them. To enter you need to pledge yourself to the Duke's family. " I frowned but he kept going on. 

" He's going to use all of us to achieve his goals. Our Empire is probably going to go to war within a century. "

" I don't care. If that happens i'll do what I need to. My parents, elder brother and younger sister live in this Kingdom. Out of all of them only I had the talent to get into the Academy. It's my job to protect them and the best way to do that is to get stronger. " I sat up and looked at him. 

" This Academy is my best chance to give me and my family a better life. If we go to war then I will fight. I don't know much about this political stuff nor do I care. If I prove my worth and become a Knight in some noble family then everything will be fine. " After I said my piece I turned around and tried to get some rest. 

" A mere commoner who doesn't understand. Why do I even waste my breath? " Edward kept muttering to himself but he didn't bother me. Eventually I fell asleep and when I opened my eyes it was a bit past midnight. I stretched a bit before I got out of bed. Edward and Jackal were asleep in their beds. I walked into the bathroom and brushed my teeth before leaving the room. When I got to the lobby there was a different man there. He simply glanced at me before continuing to read something. I walked out and looked around before I started jogging. 

' Mr.Hunter said we should run for 20 minutes, do 20 pushups, 20 sit ups, planks, and more everyday. Since I know how to read and write I don't need to take those lessons. That means I have History and some basic lessons today. '

While I was thinking to myself I ended up passing by some other students. I even passed some adults who were going fast enough to seem like a blur to me. Not that I didn't understand why. All the staff in the school are at least Apprentice Warriors or mages. My father is a 2nd class Apprentice Warrior while my elder brother is close to becoming a 3rd class. My mother is a First class Apprentice Mage and I have a bit of talent in magic as well. 

Soon enough I was finished with all my exercises and I went back to the dorm. I was tired, but I took a shower and changed my clothes before falling asleep. Being asleep is quite the enjoyable experience. Waking up usually isn't the best but it was worse than usual this time around. 

I felt weightless and I opened my eyes only to see the ground getting closer to me. I only had enough time to block my face as I hit the ground. 

" AHH! " I screamed in pain as my shoulder dislocated. Long story short I was brought to the healer that was stationed in every dorm building. When I actually got to the healer's office I was stunned by the 2 dozen kids that was also there. A man came up to me. 

" What's wrong with you? Doesn't seem like you got into a fight or fell down the stairs. " His gaze locked onto my left shoulder. His eyes narrowed. 

" Or did you? You obviously dislocated your shoulder. " I looked at him confused. And he just sighed. 

" It's always like this every time new kids are enrolled. Falling down stairs, fights, accidents, and more. I'll wrap up your arm and give you some medicine. Your injury isn't serious so I won't be healing you. It's currently 6:57 and breakfast stops at 7:40. Class starts at 8:15. Make sure you're not late or you will face the consequences later on. "

As confused as I was by his words he didn't elaborate. He wrapped up my shoulder, and gave me some weird pills before pushing me out the room.