1317 25 Minutes too Late

The entire fusion process had taken longer than expected. In a pant of a breath and a blink of an eye, more than forty days had passed since the start of the procedure. In no time at all, graduation day arrived. 

On this day, all classes and training were put on hold to welcome everyone to be part of the ceremony. All students, graduating and new, were gathered in the hall to be part of the spectators. A graduation ceremony there was looked upon as a grand event. 

When the sun in the sky hit its peak, the entire ceremonial grounds blared with spirited music. In time, Commander Alexis ascended to the stage and toward the podium. 

As the master of Redstone, Commander Alexis was held to the highest honor. It was only natural for him to be the first to be welcomed to the podium. 

"All hail Commander Alexis! Glory to the Valsalrian Army!" 

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