Chapter 52: The Awakened Academy's Central Hub.

With the doors now open, the next section of the facility unfolded—a large central hub brimming with activity. Black-uniformed students and staff moved about, creating a vibrant atmosphere.

From the outside, the candidates could see various facilities, some tailored for academic pursuits, others dedicated to entertainment.

At the entrance to the central hub stood a familiar figure, it was the granite-gray-haired examiner in the black uniform—Tyra. Her expression remained as impassive as when they first encountered her by the palace's entrance.

"Well done, candidates… or should I say, students. Welcome to the Awakened Military Academy Of Aqia, I will be your guide. Follow me, and make sure you keep the phones that you were handed close at all times."

After her announcement, Tyra turned and strode down the hub, the candidates trailing in her wake.

As the candidates hurried past, Ava and Lyra anxiously scanned the surroundings for Julius and Ruby.