Astralis Arcanum gate,
The night sky stretched deep and quiet as the carriage rolled through the grand gates of Astralis Arcanum. Lanterns along the cobblestone path glowed with soft golden light, guiding their way inside. The guards at the gate checked their academy-issued IDs and permissions, nodding them through without fuss.
Inside, the carriage rattled along, filled with laughter and chatter. Ron leaned back with a rare ease, Lia sat beside him with a faint smile, and Selene and Jax couldn't resist stirring trouble.
Selene tilted her head, eyes glimmering mischievously.
"Well," she drawled, smirking, "quite the night, don't you think, Jax?"
Jax caught on instantly, flashing a grin. "Oh, definitely. Especially for two individuals in particular." His eyes flicked between Ron and Lia, his tone dripping with playful teasing.
Both of them blinked in confusion.
"What do you mean—?" Ron began, but Selene cut in, giggling.
