Across several other balconies, similar reactions appeared. Mira's control… And the overwhelming power of that final spell…
It was enough to make several influential observers quietly place her on their observation lists.
Back in the waiting room tunnel, Elion watched the screen with a proud smile.
"Nice," he said quietly.
Aria crossed her arms.
"Sister Mira is strong," she said grimly.
Elion chuckled as his hand crept up her blouse to rest on her stomach. "You're strong too," he assured her.
Aria looked away slightly, but the corners of her lips lifted just a little.
High above on the faculty balcony, Halbrecht stroked his beard thoughtfully.
He glanced toward Selene and Eveline, who were standing nearby.
"You two were not exaggerating," he said calmly. "These first years truly have some special talents."
He nodded slightly toward the platform where Jared was being escorted away.
"That boy was not weak either."
Selene smiled faintly.
