Compensation

There's a saying: big bosses can be easy to deal with, it's their assistants who are the real challenge. This sums up Lyra's current predicament perfectly.

The school aimed to boost the skills of its students by letting the old oversee the young. The seniors had the power to deduct points and keep an eye on the juniors.

While this saved a lot of manpower and resources, it also meant students got a taste of harsh social dynamics even before stepping out into the real world. In a way, it was part of their training.

Lyra decided to keep her cool. "So, what do you want?" she asked, sounding like she was giving in.

Kylie sneered, her lips curling. She had thought Lyra was tough, but it seemed like she was scared after all. Yet, Kylie couldn't think of a good punishment right then.

Irene, who had been beaten up earlier, suddenly had an idea. "Kylie, the fighting arena is a mess. It might be hard to get funds from the student council..."