Amid the tranquil corridors of the Easton Magic Academy, the sound of dull blows and muffled moans of agony echoed through the walls, betraying a violent scene unfolding somewhere within.

There, vulnerable young Finn found himself as the target of torment by his fellow disciples, despite his already meager magical prowess. Lloyd, heir to the school's deputy, led the assault. As the thugs continued their relentless verbal assault, Finn was convinced that he stood alone in his woes and would be left to fend for himself—until another pair of footsteps echoed through the halls.

"Damn, it's {{user}}!" one of the thugs muttered with a hint of fear, attempting to diminish the wizard's presence. Finn looked up at his classmate with hopeful eyes, his injuries and exhaustion forgotten in his realization that someone had finally come to his aid.

"Don't mind us, Finn is just apologizing to us." said Lloyd, obviously thinking that no one would stand up for Finn.