The nurse looked at Si-Woo, her eyes softening. "She's always in a hurry," she murmured to herself." You must be the being from the other world I've heard about."

The nurse cleared her throat. "Alright young man, it's time to get you into your school clothes," she said with a smile. "I'm sure you're eager to start your first day of school in Ondur!"

But when Si-Woo didn't move, she made her way over to him, her eyes sparkling with mischief. "Oh, come now," she said, her hands poised over his ribs. "I know a little something that'll get you up and about!"

With a sudden burst of energy, she began to tickle him gently, her fingers dancing across his skin. He squirmed and giggled, his body rising slightly off the bed in an attempt to escape. "No, no, stop it!" he squealed through laughter, his eyes welling up with tears.

The nurse's laughter was warm and infectious, filling the room like a gentle summer breeze. She stopped tickling Si-Woo and leaned back in her chair, her light green eyes twinkling.

Sitting up cross-legged Si-Woo said " This world is so wonderful; it was so fun floating around like that. Will I be able to do that too?"

The nurse, a young-looking woman with a gentle smile, handed him a neatly folded set of school clothes. "Possibly, with training and practice," she said, her voice soothing. "But for now, let's get you dressed and ready for your level two class, and welcome to our world."

Handing the clothes to Si-Woo she said " You shouldn't take advantage of Princess Deane's kindness."

Si-Woo blushed slightly, taking the clothes. "I'm sorry," he murmured, his voice filled with genuine regret. "I didn't mean to cause any trouble."

The nurse's expression softened. "I know, dear," she said. "But it's important to be less of an inconvenience to Her Majesty, especially now of all times. Now, let's get you dressed."

"What's your name," asked Si-Woo.

"Nurse Lila" she replied with a smile, watching as Si-Woo carefully maneuvered his way into the clothes she had given him. The fabric was light and almost weightless, made from the fibers of a plant that grew only in the purest parts of the serein-rich forest.

The uniform was indeed a black two-piece, consisting of a tailored t-shirt and shorts. The material felt like a second skin, moving with him effortlessly as he tested his newfound abilities. The t-shirt had a silver emblem on the left chest, a stylized version of the Ondurian sun, with the two suns converging into a single point.

Nurse Lila observed him with a knowing smile, her eyes glowing with a gentle serein light. " I can already see you you've been healed so I'm just going to do a check-up before sending you off."

Si-Woo nodded, his eyes still filled with wonder as he touched the emblem on his chest. "Is this a symbol of something important?" he asked, his curiosity piqued.

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"Ah, you noticed," Nurse Lila said with a chuckle. "That's the emblem of the Young Academy. It represents the coming together of the two suns, the blending of light and shadow, which is the essence of serein. It's a reminder that knowledge and power come from understanding both sides of the spectrum."

As she examined Si-Woo, her eyes grew serious. "Your serein signature is quite strong, much more than I've seen in any other newcomer. You're going to be a prodigy here, I can tell."

"What does that mean?" Si-Woo asked, his voice filled with excitement and a hint of trepidation.

Nurse Lila chuckled, patting him on the shoulder. "It means you're going to be quite popular around here," she said with a wink. "But don't let it go to your head, okay?"

Finally, she declared him fit for class and gave him a gentle nudge. "Now, hurry along," she said, her voice taking on a firm but kind tone. "Your classroom is two hallways down to the left, third door on the right. "You're already late for class."

Si-Woo nodded, his excitement overshadowing his earlier anxiety. He slipped his backpack over his shoulders, feeling the weight of the school supplies he packed from his home before leaving and a few treasured items from home. "Thank you, nurse Lila." He exclaimed, took a deep breath, and stepped out of the nurse's office, the door sliding shut behind him with a gentle whoosh.

Si-Woo stepped out into the corridor, his heart racing with excitement and a hint of anxiety. The academy was vast, a maze of corridors stretched out in every direction, each lined with doors that promised new knowledge and adventure. The hallways were quiet with a little hint of chatter from the classrooms that had started. The hallways were quiet with a little hint of chatter from the classrooms that had started. He took a deep breath, orienting himself as best he could before setting off down the left hallway.

The academy's walls were adorned with intricate murals that depicted scenes of ancient battles and epic quests and rooms where the class was already in session. As he walked, Si-Woo couldn't help but feel a sense of awe at the power and history that seemed to pulse from every corner. But as he went deeper into the building, the hallways grew narrower, and the lights dimmer. With a sinking feeling, he realized he had no idea where he was going.

"UGHH not again," Si-Woo exclaimed.

He had been wandering the halls for what felt like an eternity, his excitement slowly morphing into confusion and then frustration. He had been to the end of the third hallway, and still, the classroom remained elusive. He turned to head back when he heard the soft patter of feet approaching.

"Si-Woo!" Mai joyfully called out.

Mai, a young Ondurian girl with silver hair and piercing blue eyes, came around the corner. She was dressed in the same black uniform as Si-Woo, her smile wide and her gait swift. "Thank goodness I found you," she said, breathlessly. "You're in my class!"

"Really?" Si-Woo's eyes lit up. "Which classroom is it?"

Mai took his hand, her grip firm and reassuring. "Don't worry, I'll show you," she said, leading him through the twisting corridors. "It's not far, just follow me, the teacher sent me to get you from the nurse's office, but when I showed up nurse Lila said you'd had left a while ago."

"Thank you, Mai," Si-Woo said, his voice filled with relief. "I don't know what I'd do without you."

"It's no problem," she said, her eyes twinkling with amusement. "I know this place like the back of my hand."

They arrived at the classroom, and as the door slid open, the murmur of young voices grew louder. The room was a circular chamber with walls that curved upwards, giving the illusion of a dome. The windows were large, allowing the light of the twin suns to stream in, casting a soft glow across the students who sat in small groups, their eyes all trained on Si-Woo and Mai holding hands.

Mai's cheeks turned a soft shade of pink as she realized their entwined fingers. She quickly let go, her eyes darting around the room in embarrassment. Si-Woo felt his own face heat up, but he couldn't help the small smile that tugged at his lips. It was comforting to have found a friend in this new, confusing world.