Night slowly draped itself over the whole of Icewave Academy like an immense black curtain. Beneath the hazy moonlight, the academy buildings cast mysterious, solemn shadows. The ancient walls seemed to tell stories of years gone by, while the carved stone pillars exuded the weight of history.
The members of the Starblade Squad had gathered in a secret chamber deep within Icewave Academy. Its entrance lay hidden behind dense vines; anyone unfamiliar with it would never have discovered it. A musty smell greeted them as they entered, mingled with a trace of mysterious power. The chamber walls were built of solid bluestone, covered in ancient runes and patterns that gave off a faint glow.
They sat around an old-fashioned round table made of dark sandalwood, its surface engraved with exquisite patterns of stars. Every face wore a solemn expression, as though they were about to face a battle of life and death.
As captain, Ye Lingyun sat quietly at the head of the table. He held himself straight and tall, like a towering mountain peak. His face was sharply defined, with sword-like brows and star-bright eyes that shone with resolve. His long black hair was loosely tied behind his head, lending him an air of easy freedom. He wore a black robe embroidered with silver stars that shimmered mysteriously in the dim light. His hands rested on the table, his fingers long and strong, as though ready for battle at any moment.
Ye Lingyun swept his gaze over his teammates one by one, his eyes filled with trust and expectation. Then he spoke slowly, his voice calm yet powerful, like a stone dropped into a still lake, sending ripples spreading outward. "Everyone, we are the Starblade Squad, and we are about to undertake a dangerous mission. Before we leave, we