**Cahaya (POV)** **[Kaarmanet, Academy]** We dispersed after our discussion and agreeing on the plan. Relaxing before all chaos broke loose was necessary but according to Sky, studying was equally important. So, as soon as everyone left, I freshened up at got to finish my studies. By the time I was done it was already time for dinner. Vann came back a while later and go to his work, preparing lessons, grading assignments, and setting upcoming test papers, while I did my homework and studied. Many may not see it as a romantic time to spend with your mate, but for me the very fact that we can spend a comfortable time in each other’s presence was amazing. Vann’s presence itself was enough to calm me down from all that was going onn. There were spies in our trusted circles, a war c

