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Arthur's party made their way to the classroom after a quick stop at the cafeteria. They hurriedly munched on sandwiches as they navigated the busy halls of the academy.

"Keep up," Alicia urged, glancing back at Eveline and Arthur, who seemed far too relaxed for her liking.

"We're literally walking as fast as we can while eating," Arthur quipped, biting into his sandwich.

"Then chew faster," Alicia shot back with a smirk, quickening her pace.

The group barely slipped into their seats just as the bell rang, the classroom filling with the low hum of murmurs from students settling in.

Moments later, the door swung open, and a strikingly elegant figure entered. The murmurs quieted instantly. The woman who stepped in carried herself with an effortless grace, her long, golden hair cascading over her shoulders, her piercing brown eyes scanning the room with a keen sharpness.

"Good morning, students," she began, her voice calm yet commanding, silencing the room further. "Many of you may remember me from the elemental assessment, but for those who don't, allow me to introduce myself." Explore hidden tales at empire

The students sat up straighter as her gaze swept over them.

"I am Elena Moon," she said, a small smile tugging at her lips. "I will be teaching you magic this term. And I will also be teaching spirit magic and summoning if you have enrolled in those courses."

She paused briefly, allowing her words to sink in before continuing. "Any questions before we begin?"

A hand shot up from the middle row. It was Luna, her eyes gleaming with curiosity.

"Yes, student Luna?" Elena asked, tilting her head slightly.

"Ma'am, if it's not too bold to ask, could you tell us your level?" Luna inquired, her tone polite.

Elena's smile widened slightly, a hint of pride dancing in her expression. "Ah, the perennial question," she mused. "For those who may wonder if I'm qualified to teach you, let me put your doubts to rest—I am a Grand Archmage."

A ripple of murmurs ran through the class, some impressed, others surprised. Elena continued, undeterred.

"I may look young," she added with a light chuckle, "but I assure you, I am more than capable of guiding you."

Luna flushed, quickly clarifying, "Oh, no offense, ma'am. I didn't mean it like that."

Elena waved her hand dismissively. "Don't worry, Luna. I take no offense. My youthful and beautiful appearance tends to spark such questions." She smirked, clearly enjoying the moment.

Before the class could settle, another hand rose. It was Nyra, the elf princess.

"Yes, student Nyra?" Elena said, her tone more measured this time.

Nyra's eyes met Elena's with a calm resolve. "Why did you leave the elf kingdom to become a teacher here at Arcane Academy?"

Elena's smile faded ever so slightly, replaced by a composed but cooler expression.

"I said, questions related to your studies, Miss Nyra," Elena replied, her voice steady but edged with a warning.

Nyra didn't flinch under her gaze but gave a slight nod. "Nothing else, ma'am. Thank you."

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Elena allowed her gaze to linger for a moment before returning to the center of the classroom. Her voice softened, taking on a more instructive tone. "Excellent. Now that introductions are out of the way, let's begin your lesson."

She paused briefly, her sharp eyes scanning the room, ensuring everyone's attention was on her. "Before we delve into the intricacies of elemental affinities, it's crucial to understand the foundation of everything we do as Awakeners—Aether."

A soft hum of intrigue rippled through the room, especially from the students unfamiliar with the term. Elena smiled faintly, recognizing the varied backgrounds of her audience.n/ô/vel/b//in dot c//om

"Some of you from noble lineages may already be well-versed in this concept," she acknowledged, her gaze briefly settling on Luna and a few others. "But there are many here who haven't had the same privileges. So, I ask for your patience while we cover the basics."

Her eyes shifted toward the commoner students, who straightened under her gaze, sensing the weight of her words.

"Aether," she began, her voice steady, "is the magical energy that flows through every living being, every element, and every corner of this world. It is the essence that binds our existence and empowers our abilities as Awakeners."

Raising her hand, Elena summoned a faint, shimmering glow that enveloped her palm. The light flickered like a living thing, mesmerizing the class as it pulsed gently with her heartbeat.

"Aether exists all around us, in varying forms and concentrations," she continued. "It's in the air you breathe, the water you drink, the earth beneath your feet. As Awakeners, your task is to attune yourselves to this energy—to absorb it, to shape it, and to channel it according to your affinity."

She clenched her hand into a fist, and the glow coalesced into a small, burning fireball. The flames danced across her fingers, illuminating her face with an ethereal glow. "For us mages, we harness Aether as mana to cast spells like this."

With a flick of her wrist, the fireball dissipated into harmless embers.

"Warriors, on the other hand," she continued, stepping toward a nearby table, "use Aether differently. They channel mana to enhance their physical abilities, coat their weapons, or bolster their defenses."

To demonstrate, she coated her slender arm in a faint blue sheen of mana, then effortlessly lifted the heavy wooden table with one hand. Gasps filled the room as her seemingly delicate frame displayed such strength.

"You see," she said, setting the table down gently, "mana is versatile. It adapts to the wielder's intent and training."

The commoner students, many witnessing such demonstrations for the first time, couldn't hide their awe. Whispers spread among them, their excitement palpable.

"But there is another, more advanced form of Aether manipulation," Elena said, her tone turning serious. "Aura. Unlike mana, which is accessible to all Awakeners, aura is far more elusive and far deadlier. Warriors train for years, sometimes decades, to manifest aura, and even then, most fail."

Elena straightened, brushing off her hands. "Since I'm not a warrior, I can't demonstrate aura for you. However, I believe you'll encounter it during your combat classes."

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