Chapter 27: Unveiling Shadows

The showdown between Ryu and Fhķœť unfolded in the academy courtyard, drawing the attention of students who had gathered to witness the spectacle. Ryu, determined to put an end to the bully's reign of terror, proposed a simple challenge—knock your opponent out, and the other concedes.

As the match commenced, Ryu's movements were swift and calculated, a manifestation of the skills he had honed as a seasoned soldier. In a sudden twist, he maneuvered behind Fhķœť, delivering a chilling whisper that reverberated through the bully's very core. Threatening consequences should he dare to face Ryu again, the mere tone sent shivers down Fhķœť's spine, and he crumpled to the ground in fear.

Just as the onlookers processed the unexpected turn of events, the Student Council, led by the enigmatic President Yohiyoki, made their appearance. The president, with an air of authority, summoned both Ryu and Fhķœť, along with the elf who had been the victim of the bullying.

In the hallowed halls of the Student Council office, Ryu found himself faced with a new opportunity. Yohiyoki, a figure shrouded in mystery, addressed them sternly. "Your actions do not go unnoticed. There will be consequences for both of you," she declared.

As the elf, introduced as Lady Elyndor Loresong, expressed gratitude to Ryu for his intervention, she couldn't help but apologize for the trouble caused. Ryu, contemplating the unfolding events, saw this encounter as a potential gateway to understanding the workings of the Student Council, a faction that held sway over the dynamics of the academy.

In the echoes of this incident, shadows began to stir, hinting at a more intricate web of connections and challenges lying ahead for Ryu and his newfound companions.