Chapter 31: One Day Before the Sky Blooms
As I stepped out of the infirmary, I exhaled slowly.
Another healer likely the one in charge approached me.
"Sir. According to our report, over half of the Valery-blooded students from both Class A and B including the elites suffered serious injuries."
She paused, flipping her tablet. Her eyes didn’t quite meet mine.
"In this ward alone, seven are in critical condition. They won’t be able to participate in the Stronghold Competition, no matter what."
I said nothing.
She glanced at the other recovery bays, then back at me.
"As for the rest... many are stable. But by the time the competition arrives, maybe half of the students will be eligible not ready. Not effective. Just... standing."
Her voice lowered.
"They won’t be what they were."
I nodded, slowly.
My thoughts turned inward.