"But sorry to say this, I thought you would be arriving with a team, like other students," the Village Chief continued, his tone apologetic yet honest, as though he feared his assumption might come across as disrespectful.
Hearing the Village Chief's words, Asher replied, "I'm alone, and the Star Academy approved me to come alone because they know I'm enough," he stated with a calm tone that bore neither arrogance nor hubris, his voice steady and unwavering, as though he were merely stating a simple and undeniable fact rather than boasting of his own capability.
The Village Chief paused for a brief moment, then smiled faintly. "I'm sure you have some questions; ask away and I will answer to the best of my knowledge," he spoke with composed courtesy, his glass of water still resting in his hand, untouched for the moment as his attention remained entirely fixed on Asher.
