A few weeks later...
Aestrea was back in Silverleaf Academy because today wasn't just another ordinary day... it was his graduation day.
Though, in truth, it was a little different from everyone else's. The headmistress herself had granted him an early graduation.
Her reason was simple: there was nothing left to teach him.
After all... in terms of battle power, he was probably the strongest person in the entire world right now.
The courtyard was filled with students and staff, all gathered to witness the unusual ceremony.
Aestrea, dressed in the leader's silverleaf uniform, walked slowly toward the podium with his usual calm expression.
His steps were steady, but his gaze was distant, almost detached from the excitement buzzing around him.
"…Ah, man… they grow up so fast…" James muttered, arms crossed as he watched from the crowd.
His tone was exaggeratedly sentimental, as if he were sending his own son off into the world.
Derek, standing beside him, gave a faint smile.
