"As you all know, classes had been suspended for the midterms," the principal continued. "Use this time to rest, to heal, to mourn if you need to. Counselors are available in the administrative building for anyone who needs them."
"After that, we return to our normal schedule. Midterm exams will proceed as planned. I know this may seem callous, but maintaining normalcy is important. Life continues. We continue."
"Honor the fallen by living well. Honor their sacrifice by becoming the best versions of yourselves. Honor their memory by never surrendering to fear."
"That is all."
Principal Relsus stepped down from the platform and walked back toward the administrative building.
Lucas stood still, thinking about the principal's words.
Honor the fallen by becoming the best version of yourself.
I swear it, he thought. I swear I'll get strong enough to make the Legion pay for what they've done. For those forty-three civilians. For those six students. For everyone who died yesterday.
