Chapter 44 The Arrival

• Ryder walked off smugly, disregarding everyone like they weren't worth his time.
• Once he was gone, Seraphina turned to Annika Goddard, the strict and no-nonsense discipline teacher. Speaking calmly but assertively, she advised, "Ms. Goddard, students displaying such behavior damage the school's name. They need proper discipline for both their benefit and the school's well-being. Turning a blind eye only enables more harm."
• Annika raised an eyebrow, a chuckle escaping her lips. Throughout her teaching career, this was the first instance of a student giving her a lecture.