Michael's first week at the academy had turned out far more eventful than he'd anticipated. Having now attended most of his core classes, he'd grown familiar with most of his professors—each one, it seemed, harboring some peculiar flaw.
The refined Professor Max was obsessed with mana and gravitated toward students who demonstrated a strong grasp of the subject. He'd even begun calling Michael "blondie" in what might've been an affectionate tone—though the nickname only served to create awkward moments.
Professor Mia was a perfectionist, the kind who found fault even in correct answers. Not even Melody escaped her scrutiny. Meanwhile, Professor Quinn appeared to delight in tormenting the first-years, putting them through training so grueling it felt closer to punishment than education.
