Chapter 52: Shadow Games
(Cassandra's POV)
The faint rustle of papers echoed through the ancient stone halls. The air was thick with tension as Class 18 gathered in the assessment room. The weekend healing assessments were dreaded by all, the anxiety among my classmates practically buzzing in the bonds.
The tall arched windows of the room let in beams of soft light, illuminating the intricately carved desks where we sat. Professor Yula stood at the head of the room, his sharp gaze reminding everyone that he missed nothing.
The ancient runes translation test was the first hurdle of the day, and the whispers that had filled the halls earlier now died down as he placed the scrolls before us. The ancient symbols on the parchment glinted faintly in the sunlight as if mocking our collect
