Chapter 47: Going Beyond a Second
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Dawn had just begun to creep in, casting a soft, yellow light over the academy grounds. Arios woke with a start, a familiar warmth on either side of him. He opened his eyes and was met with the sight of Lucy and Liza, both of them fast asleep, their bare naked bodies relaxed on his bed. A simple, comfortable blush crept onto his cheeks. This was about to become a routine, a strange but not unwelcome part of his new life. He gently slid out from under the covers, careful not to disturb them.
He quickly put on his school uniform: a crisp white shirt, a black tie, a navy blue blazer, and a matching pair of trousers. He checked his school-issued tablet. The time was 6:30 am. He had to be quick. He quietly and quickly slipped out of his dorm room, making his way toward his chosen training spot. The academy was eerily silent at this hour, a stark contrast to the lively chaos of the day.
