Chapter 23: Courtney After A Month (2)

"Nathan."

My focus shifted from the pages of the book to the sound of my name being called, prompting me to raise my gaze and take in the sight before me. Standing there was Courtney, her chestnut hair pulled back into a tidy ponytail, framing her features with a certain elegance.

She was unmistakably beautiful, dressed in her training outfit, a clear indication that she was here to summon me for our scheduled session in the forest. It seemed that our classmates had been making significant progress, spurred on by the newfound abilities bestowed upon them through the awakening of heroes. I couldn't help but feel a sense of admiration for the advantages this awakening offered.

"Courtney, how are you?" I greeted her with a warm smile, extending my hand in a gesture of camaraderie.

A faint blush tinted Courtney's cheeks as she accepted my hand, her reaction not lost on me. With a gentle grasp, I pulled her closer, guiding her to settle onto my lap.