Inside the dormitory, Law Enforcement Division – Training Wing, Eldoria
The low buzz of oil lamps and the occasional clatter of boots on stone echoed through the halls as recruits prepared for lights-out. Inside one of the rooms, two young men sat on opposite ends of a wooden bed, both clad in the simple uniform of the probationary corps. The air was thick with anticipation—tomorrow, one of them would officially become a full-fledged officer of the Kingdom of Keldoria.
"So," Thom grinned, leaning back against the wall, "you're finally getting promoted tomorrow. Congratulations, Officer Jareth."
Jareth chuckled, running a hand through his unruly brown hair. "Yeah, I guess so. Can't lie—I'm excited. And nervous." He looked at Thom, eyes warm. "Thanks, man. You've been with me since day one."
Thom smirked. "Ever since we nearly got thrown out together for failing that first formation drill, remember?"
"Oh gods," Jareth groaned. "Don't remind me."
