The road they followed didn't take them straight to the source of the smoke, but it got them close enough that Shim agreed to check it out, not just because Maura asked but because it could be a good learning experience for the other students.
After a short trek through the forest, they found themselves standing in front of what looked like a ranch. One of the buildings had flames and smoke rising from it.
"Using magic, what do you think is the best way to suppress the fire?" Shim asked.
Ticka Highfield raised a hand.
"I can use my earth magic to suffocate it, Sir."
"Do you know Earth Dome?"
"No, Sir, but I can create an Earth Wall and tip it over the building."
"What if there are people inside?"
"Ah…" Ticka lost her enthusiasm and lowered her hand.
"I can target the areas on fire with my ice, Sir."
Shim nodded.
"Without using magic, how would you go about suppressing this fire?"
