"Captain Rolphis, at your service." The young man gave the salute, his wheat-blond hair shining like polished gold in the sun.
"I don't need your services, Captain, only an explanation." Vastor clenched his fist, breaking the assassin's limbs and sealing his mouth with an enchanted gag.
"That man is telling the truth." Rolphis shifted uncomfortably on his feet. "The First Griffon Award is one signature away from becoming official. Yet before revealing it to the public, the Royals privately informed the Headmasters of the other academies of their intentions.
"The rivalry between the six great academies is no small thing, and to avoid pointless political conflicts, the King summoned the Headmasters to explain what the title entails and how they can achieve it in the future.
