Two more weeks passed in a steady rhythm of classes, training, and preparation. Then one afternoon, Reinhard received a message from Janus that was short and direct.
Meet me in one of the private study rooms, it's important. Also, bring Marie and Joseph.
Reinhard found Marie first in the training courtyard, where she was practicing with her spear. Sunlight caught her platinum hair as it swayed with each movement, her white uniform pristine despite the physical exertion.
He caught her attention with a wave, and her light-gold eyes immediately focused on him with curiosity.
"Janus wants to meet. Says it's important and needs privacy."
Marie's eyes shine with interest before nodding. "Let me grab Joseph. I saw him heading toward the History Institute earlier."
Twenty minutes later, the three of them stood outside a private study room on the Academy's third floor. These rooms were reserved for quiet studying or group projects.
