Electives [1]

"Congratulations for surviving your first month in the Academy."

Vanessa's voice echoed throughout the lecture room.

"I know we might have been strict with the expulsions and all, but you were all aware the moment you applied for this Academy."

She continued to walk around the podium. Silence ensued the entire lecture room, as each student's attention was solely fixed on Vanessa.

"After the initial one month screening process, the expulsion policy has been lifted for the time being."

The moment those words left her mouth, several murmurs from the students reverberated around the room.

"But–"

She paused.

And as soon as she did, the room fell silent once again.

"Just because the policy is lifted, doesn't mean you can all start to relax.

She spoke with a matter of fact tone.

"The real curriculum starts now. I expect all of you to continue improving yourselves."

Walking around, she paused and closed her eyes.