33 Joint Combat Exams

"Adrian!" Louise's voice called out like a cheerful bell, breaking through my morning daze. I turned around to see her hurrying toward me, her bright eyes sparkling with energy.

"Good morning!" she greeted me with boundless enthusiasm, her ever-present smile lighting up her face.

"Good morning, Louise," I replied, returning her smile. Her infectious positivity was hard to resist.

"Are you heading to class now?" she asked, falling in step beside me.

"Yeah," I confirmed, adjusting my bag on my shoulder. "I am."

"Hehe, then let's go together," Louise suggested, her smile never faltering. It was impossible not to chuckle at her cheerful demeanor.

As we strolled through the hallways of Lucian Hall, our conversation flowed effortlessly, filled with the mundane details of life. But it wasn't long before Louise broached a topic that had been on her mind.