Chapter 16: Unique Diet

The academy's kitchen was massive, outfitted with every amenity imaginable - especially in War Hall, the dormitory reserved for royals, nobles, and the academy's elite students. Among its many features was the cold room, a vast space kept frozen to store a variety of meats.

Damon pushed open the heavy door and was met with an imposing sight: large vaulted doors, each one radiating an icy chill. He hesitated in front of them, his hand hovering over the handle as he debated whether to proceed.

His stomach growled loudly, and his shadow flickered erratically on the floor, its movements almost agitated. Gritting his teeth, Damon clenched the handle and yanked the doors open.