The academy had quieted and gone into disciplinary mode since Princess Lisa's departure last week.

Elowyn remained consistent in her good works and her sightseeings at the lonely garden despite being pushed and shoved too many times.

But still, there was a strange glimmer of hope in the days that followed because Riven Thorney started treating her right and it had now become well understood that they were friends.

From break time sparring drills to races across the empty fields, it was ...