The scent of freshly brewed coffee filled the air, blending with the crisp morning breeze that slipped through the open window of Galen Kross's quarters. He took a deep, slow breath, letting the moment settle over him. Today was the start of a new term at Vermillion Private School, and for once, he found himself in an uncharacteristically good mood.
The past year had been a long one—filled with headaches, disciplinary cases, and enough bureaucratic nonsense to test even his patience. But this year was different. This year, he was stepping into his new role as Vice-Head of the academy. A well-earned promotion. One that granted him a broader reach over the institution and, more importantly, a heavier hand in shaping the students into something worthwhile.
