Coward(1)

"Hades," a voice called from behind.

He turned around and saw who it was.

"Professor Haylie," he said. The History Professor stood there, holding a stack of books.

Her cheeks were slightly red as she informed him, "The Headmaster is looking for you."

Hades gave a small nod, watching her hurry away.

'That was... odd,' he thought as he put on his shirt and left the gym.

He wasn't surprised by the Headmaster's summons.

After all, just yesterday, he had saved one of the most important figures on the human side.

Since morning, he had been hearing whispers. People who once spat in his direction were now avoiding eye contact. And those who had stayed neutral were now praising him in quiet voices.

Not that he cared then—nor does he now.

He had done it for himself. He needed training and a favor from the academy.

And he got both.

*Knock*

"Come in," a voice responded.

He stepped into the office.