The day following the Council's decision brought a gentle buzz across the Academy, a ripple of curiosity and excitement.
Tashi Suko, the legendary healer, one of the most powerful casters humanity had ever seen had formally requested to take on official teaching duties.
This surprised many, even among the staff.
But for Tashi, it was not about prestige or obligation.
It was about fulfilling a vow, a silent promise to two students who had shown him something rare which he had been searching for raw potential and something even rarer, trust
In the administrative tower, sunlight bathed the upper halls in golden light.
Within the Dean's private office, Tashi stood before Vasra Dallas, the Academy's quiet storm of leadership.
The scent of ink and parchment hung in the air.
"I want to begin teaching," Tashi said plainly.
Vasra tilted his head. "You want to formally teach healing?"
Tashi nodded. "Yes. Mana control. Circulation. Restoration. Everything under my field."
