Nevara
The sun had barely started its descent when Kael called the end of training.
My limbs ached from sparring drills, sweat clung to my spine, and I was more than ready for a long shower and dinner in bed. But when he raised his voice and motioned everyone to gather, my stomach dropped. I already knew what was coming.
The assignments.
Every trainee was buzzing with nervous energy as we formed a loose circle around him on the training field. A few people whispered their predictions, placing bets on who would end up with who. I stood silently, arms crossed, jaw tight. Please let me get someone competent. Or at least not a raging asshole.
Kael cleared his throat.
“All right, listen up. Tomorrow begins the off-site mission. As you all know, the first two days will be team-based, follo
