As the sun slowly sank over the horizon, casting a golden touch across the evening sky, Noa and Adrihen made their way back to their dormitory with light, brisk steps. They had spent the day searching for an apartment in downtown Ash Valley.
Their footsteps echoed rhythmically down the softly lit corridor, creating a serene ambiance. The air inside the dormitory felt fresh and invigorating, washing away the sweat and dust from their journey. Noa wasted no time in freshening up and settling into his room.
Adrihen raised an eyebrow and broke the silence, saying, "You know what I heard, Noa? There are rumors swirling around about Ash Valley. There's something secretive hidden within this district, and soldiers are strictly forbidden from discussing it."
Noa, engrossed in a digital book, furrowed his brows and replied, "If it's forbidden to talk about, why are you bringing it up?"