The Stepping Stone

Vespera kept her voice steady as they strolled down the plush hallway toward her room. "I have read about them. Merrick runs his own independent research institute, and Dax is an accomplished musician who is already touring before graduation."

Orion blinked, stunned by her casual tone regarding Dravos University's top-tier reigning students.

Vespera offered a relaxed smile. "I had better make s