Arthur looked at the two bulky, towering students blocking his path.
They looked less like students and more like bodybuilders.
Both of them wore the academy's black uniform over a white shirt. On their chests were red badges, marking them as third years. The first years wore green badges, the second years wore yellow, and the third years wore red.
Arthur remained calm.
"Lead the way," he said. "I will meet her."
The two third years nodded, then turned to Aiden.
"Not you. Only Arthur."
Aiden smiled instantly.
"It cannot be helped then," he said. "Sorry, Arthur. I am going back to my sister. Bye-bye."
Without waiting for a reply, he ran off.
Arthur watched him leave with a flat expression.
Then the third years led Arthur toward the student council office, and Arthur followed without protest.
A few minutes later, they reached the office.
The third years stepped aside, making way for him, and Arthur entered.
