Chapter 56: Courtney Falling Slowly

Two weeks had passed since that night with Helana and Adelia. The days had settled into a semblance of normalcy, despite the shadow cast by Oscar's death. The atmosphere among my classmates was tinged with unease; the reality that someone as strong as Oscar could fall weighed heavily on them. But with Amelia's steady leadership and Cecilia's unwavering support, they managed to pull themselves together. To them, Oscar's death was a tragic accident, a misfortune in the face of an overwhelming swarm of monsters.

In the wake of this, our training sessions in the forest were approached with heightened caution. Security measures were significantly reinforced, ensuring no one ventured out alone.