Riyan's POV...
Jas, with an air of practiced authority that came from decades of teaching and commanding subordinates in life-or-death situations, stood before the class. Her composed, measured voice carried effortlessly through the room, commanding absolute attention without needing to raise it.
"Although I'm aware that you all are familiar with the fundamental concepts of Mana and Aura, their origins, and the theoretical frameworks surrounding them, I'll recapitulate the essential details regardless~" Her words held a subtle hint of amusement, as if she knew most students thought they understood these topics far better than they actually did.
The room fell into attentive silence, twenty pairs of eyes fixing on Jas as she began her lecture. Even the most confident students straightened in their seats—no one wanted to appear disrespectful to a legend on the first day.
