Tenebrous Wolf

The main building of Ascension Academy was located on the southern side of the vast complex, separated from the halls by training grounds, research facilities, libraries and gardens.

The building itself was constructed primarily from rare, refined materials. The sleek black alloy walls reflected the ambient light filtering through wide, strategically placed windows. Surrounded by greenery, the structure seemed designed to harmonize with the natural landscape rather than dominate it. In the summer, the contrast between its dark facade and the lush scenery would no doubt create a striking atmosphere.

Inside, the air was cool and sterile, the hallways illuminated by soft, ambient lighting that adjusted based on the time of day.

The newcomers were led to a vast atrium where dozens, perhaps even a hundred, other initiates were already waiting. Young men and women stood in small clusters, some engaged in quiet conversations, others silently preparing themselves for what was to come. The tension was almost tangible; excitement, fear, and anticipation swirled in the air as they awaited the beginning of their induction.

Once inside the hall, Klaus understood a few things.

Firstly, everyone was well-dressed and carried some form of luggage, suitcases, duffel bags, or at least backpacks filled with personal belongings. It was clear that most of them had come prepared, likely sent off by their families with the expectation of success. The presence of someone from Undertown seemed highly unlikely, if there even was one. Klaus felt a quiet sense of relief that he had taken the time to dress the part; otherwise, he would have stuck out like a sore thumb.

Certainly, dealing with the Fujita gang by reporting them to the police had been the right decision.

Not like I had any other options. I was planning on dealing with those guys sooner or later.

Secondly, the rumors he had heard about the average Awakened being more attractive than normal people were not an exaggeration. Even though these young men and women were just beginning their paths as Ascendants, their looks were truly captivating, handsome, beautiful and radiant with vitality.

At that moment, he became uneasy.

He wasn't ugly or average in terms of looks. In high school, he had been called handsome more than a few times, placing him firmly in the above-average category. But standing among these people, how did he compare?