Felix rode the electric scooter onto the campus of Shunnington University, smiling as he watched the energetic students coming and going. It reminded him of his own college days.

The security was quite relaxed, and they let him ride right in. He stopped near the basketball court where they promised to meet. He watched the students play while waiting.

Nancy was teaching a class. She told him on WhatsApp to come later and that she would wait for him at the gate, but Felix declined. The entrance was too busy. It was quieter here and less troublesome.

Felix was still watching the game when a basketball flew his way, but he caught it with one hand.

"Thanks, man!"

He tossed it back with a smile, and the game continued.

About 20 minutes later, some students rushed past. Their conversation caught Felix's attention. "Hurry up!"

"I'm running! Are you sure that Azurian guy Drake Sterling is back?"

"Obviously! Why else would I call you to watch? But it's understandable. Ms. Yonder i