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We head into Combat Training, which has been Araceli’s least favorite class since Darel died. For a long time she skipped it entirely, but then Hilda came to our room and talked to her, and she started going again. I think it’s actually helped her to be able to take out her grief and anger… Usually on me. I became her regular partner, which at least saved me from more Tanwen beatdowns. Tanwen and one of the other Valkyries are sparring, and she gives me a little nod as I move to the mat. I guess we’re in a truce now. “Olivia, you’re with Callan today.” Professor Hilda calls. “We’ve got to get you up to par.” Callan argues with Hilda in a low voice, but she shakes her head. He scowls, before stomping over to me. “Until you’re able to show at least a modicum of an ability to defend yourse
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