Preparation For The Test

Daemon woke like nothing big happened yesterday, for him it was just a normal Thursday, but for the people of the dorm room, including Arthur it was not normal. The exploitation of power Daemon showed yesterday was too big for them to digest. They did know about the power held by duke's son but the person in question was rumoured to be just a useless man without any spine. But the person they encountered yesterday was not some spineless idiot, he was someone who knows how to take advantage of power.

For Arthur, who thought his friend was the old care free one who doesn't take advantage of the power he held but that too changed yesterday. Though Daemon treated him like a friend he still couldn't shake of the wariness he was feeling.

Daemon washed himself using the dorm room bathroom which shared by the other dorm mates. He was the first one to woke up since he wanted to wash in peace. Without alerting anyone and since it was early morning, he decided to take a stroll around the campus.

Outside the wing S, the morning sun was just around the horizon. Dew light sparkled everywhere it touched. He loved the tranquillity of the morrow. Undisturbed and peaceful. Just when he thought it was too calm, he saw someone jogging to him. She had blond hair with and blue eyes. Her hair seemingly tied to a pony tail swayed left and right with her rhythm. She too has seen him as she suddenly stiffened up.

Since both of them had made eye contact it would not be sensible to avoid talking to the other, they both knew about it too. So, she reluctantly stopped before him.

"Uh… Hey." He said not knowing how to address her. This was the first time after their marriage contract annulation they are seeing face to face.

"… Hey yourself." She subtly said.

"…"

"…"

"Well then see you around." He awkwardly said and continued his walk.

"I saw you on the class. Was quite surprised seeing you there." She called out to him.

"Yeah, I decided to complete the academy."

"I see… uh… good to know."

"Yeah…" With that he walked off. This was hard for him since he was just a teenager. He really doesn't know how to talk to her after their whole backstory. The only thing that boosted his confidence was the cheesy books he read during his slump. But that didn't help him when it came to her. He didn't had any embarrassment when teasing Dahlia, but Marielle was another case.

Since he was already out and the classes won't start until 9, he decided to take stroll through the park.

'The morning really is the best.' The night crawler mused himself.

Though covering the vast campus area of the academy was impossible as it is stretched for more than 15 kilometres of wide. Multiple dorms, primary and secondary education buildings, their workshops, cafes, malls, park, infirmary and many more were in the vicinity.

The Park was… well, very parkish. He sat on a swing and started to slowly swing on it thinking about his future course of path. He can utilise the wing S, even though he isn't going to live there, he could recruit people like Neril. It was better to have someone to back him up, if any situation arises.

With that thought in mind, he formulated a plan his mind for recruiting possible people to his cause. He left the park after enjoying the little alone time and went to the class. He was of course late. He sat on his seat and was about to outlook the window when he received a message on his phone. It was from Daerys.

[I got the material you want.]

[Same place and time as yesterday?]

[Ok cool. Your treat :>]

[Ok :<]

"Didn't see you on the room," Daemon was stupefied when he heard a voice behind his ear. "And why do you have that creepy smile on your face." It was Neril. The guy from yesterday.

"The hell are you doing on this class."

"What do you mean 'the hell'… I study here." Neril confusedly said.

"Study… you're in this class?"

"Dude, are you even paying attention to the class."

"I see… what do you want?"

"What do yo—You," Neril pointed at Daemon and amusingly said "You were sitting here alone and stupidly smiling looking at your phone."

"I was just texting my sister."

"I see."

Daemon still fixedly looked at him.

"What!?"

"Why are you still here?"

"Wha- what? I thought I could give you some company since you're alone."

"I see." That was it, nothing more was heard from the lordling.

"Why aren't you with your sister and brother over there?"

"Well, they don't like me hanging around them." Daemon non chalantly replied.

"Why?"

"They see me as a disgrace to the family." Though his voice was impassive Neril could see the slight wavering of the lordling's voice.

"I see" He didn't speak anymore.

"Where is the baldy?" Daemon spoke tearing the awkward silence.

"He is with your friend, Arthur."

At the same time Madelyn entered the class and started to take attendance.

"I wonder what we will be doing today?"

"Might be training."

"Training? Why do you think its training?" curiousness overtook Neril.

"Well, next week is the test so they might be thinking about giving some pointers." Daemon casually said. He raised his hands when the teacher called out his name.

"Have you prepared for the test?"

"Well, I'm very much confident in the theoretical session but need training in the physical session. What about you?"

"I don't know any shit about the theories and can only pray for the physical session."

"If you want to, I can help you in the theoretical session."

"Y-you would do that for me?" Neril's eye glistening. Daemon scooted a little to the side seeing this.

"I'm thinking about teaching Arthur, you could also join if you want."

Neril suddenly grabbed Daemon's hand and said;

"Thank you, my lord, I'll forever be in your care."

"What?" He smacked Neril's hands off.

He again scooted a little to the side seeing Neril.

After taking the attendance Madelyn clasped her hands to garner the attention of the students, which she got.

"We won't be learning anything today. Since next week is your test, we decided to give you time for training. So, follow me now."