"To be, or not to be, that is the question."
"Knowledge is power."
"The only thing we have to fear is fear itself."
"..."
In the distance, Mr. Eldric was walking with a group of about ten children, reciting lessons as they went.
The town was eerily quiet, almost lifeless, but the kids' voices were full of youthful energy, a stark contrast to the stillness around them.
Emberhill Town had very few young people left. Eldric was the only teacher, having stayed behind after failing his exams years ago.
He had been teaching in the town for over a decade, and his status had grown considerably in the eyes of the townsfolk. They now respectfully called him "Master Eldric."
Over the years, Eldric had given his all to his students, holding nothing back. He was, by all accounts, a rare and dedicated teacher.
But when it came to certain beliefs, Eldric could be a bit... extreme.