Adrian was inside the gymnasium—not as an observer, but as a participant.
It was time for the monthly training session—an important part of staff protocol at the academy. Every teacher, professor, and instructor had to undergo regular physical assessments to ensure they were fit enough to defend both themselves and their students if the time ever came.
Skipping wasn't an option.
Anyone who underperformed was forced into special training—a dreaded regime known for its punishing intensity and time-consuming drills. Worse, a low score meant salary cuts and shorter vacations.
No one wanted that.
This month's test? Hand-to-hand combat.
Adrian, like the others, wore the regulation training gear—a fitted bodysuit with a zipper at the back. The stretchable fabric hugged his frame but allowed him complete freedom of movement. His long hair was tied up in a rough bun, and he had left his glasses back in his office.
