LILA’S POV
(THE FOLLOWING DAY)
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Evening had settled softly over Silverfang Academy.
The usual clatter and chatter of the students had quieted down, replaced by a calm that wrapped around the stone halls like a warm blanket.
Tonight, Asher and I decided to break from the usual routine.
Instead of heading to the academy canteen for the free dinner offered to all recruits, we chose to cook our own meal in the tiny kitchen tucked into the corner of our dorm.
It was a small rebellion, but one that felt just right.
Something about standing side by side, tossing ingredients into a pan… It made the weight of the world feel a little lighter.
I chopped vegetables while Asher grilled turkey strips on the small stove. The scent of sizzling meat and garlic filled the air.
It mingled wit
