Chapter 36

Lune’s heart raced as she made her way through the large campus toward her first class. The morning sun was shining brightly, casting long shadows across the stone walkways. She clutched her bag tightly, her fingers nervously gripping the straps as she approached the entrance to the lecture hall.

The building was even more imposing up close, with its tall, arched windows and large wooden doors. As she entered, the cool air inside was a welcome relief from the warmth outside, but it did little to calm her nerves. She took a deep breath, scanning the room for an empty seat.

The hall was filled with students, some already chatting with each other, while others were silently preparing for class. Lune spotted an empty seat near the middle and quickly made her way toward it. She sat down, placing her bag on the floor, and glanced around. The room was buzzing with energy, but everyone seemed at ease, like they belonged. Lune, on the other hand, felt like an outsider. She tried to steady her