Draco and Harry emerged from some unknown corner, drenched in sweat. They were about to run into the castle when they spotted the Chief standing on the long bridge, enjoying the scenery in the breeze.
They exchanged a glance, then walked up behind Shawn.
Shawn naturally noticed their approach, but he was in no mood to babysit, so he waved a hand behind him.
"Morning study has started. Off you go."
Both boys were thoroughly stumped.
Draco's face flushed red, and he struggled to get the words out before finally speaking.
"Chief, there's something I'd like to discuss with you."
"Oh? Go ahead."
Shawn turned around. With the breeze lifting his robes on the long bridge, he looked as though he might ride the wind away at any moment.
Facing the Chief like this, Draco suddenly felt immense pressure.
"Chief, well, um..."
Draco unconsciously rubbed his hands together, his cowlick twisting into a tuft.
Harry had no idea what was going on, but he somehow grew nervous too.
The Chief was becoming more imposing by the day, even when he made no effort to be.
Shawn had no idea what these two brats were up to this time, but he did not rush them.
Draco gritted his teeth.
"Chief, you previously asked me to befriend the Ilvermorny students and find out how many of them were beginning to oppose the International Statute of Secrecy.
As you know, I'm competing now, so I'm really short on time."
Shawn had expected something much more serious. Was that really worth getting so nervous over?
Clearly, Draco still lacked experience.
"This task is indeed no longer suitable for you, but every assignment comes with responsibility. Since it was entrusted to you, you should see it through perfectly, whatever happens.
And if you haven't cultivated