Fight back.

Well I'm not going to slice open a student, especially if I want to stay here, but...

You jump up from the flowerbed and lunge at the pretty boy with impressive speed. However, he's not green himself. With another thrust of his hand, he shouts the same magic word but with even more power than before. You raise up your own hand to counter, and your magic ring absorbs the entirety of the spell. It allows you to run straight up to him with little defense, and you grab the tie around his neck and yank him towards you.

"You--" He's caught completely by surprise. With rage burning in his eyes, he grabs your arm with both hands and squeezes. "Unhand me!"

You spin around and throw him hard against the map. He crashes against it, causing the sign to shake. "I'm just trying to find a friend. Leave me alone!" you shout.

Without hesitation, he slams his hands together and looks to be preparing to cast another spell. "You'll regret putting your hands on me, vagrant."

Just then, you hear the sound of a blunt object slamming down against solid stone. It's followed by a booming, "Cease!" Both of you turn to see the sexy sorceress and Acting Grand Master of these grounds, Vazeela Sulta. She's sadly not wearing the skimpy outfit she wore in the desert. It's an even more fancy, regal version of what the students wear. Though it's a black pencil skirt, her legs are covered by stockings, and her shirt has the first few buttons undone with her tie nestled between her cleavage. The staff in her hand is almost blindingly golden. The top flares out like the rays of a sun, and in the center is a huge ruby.

The arrival of Lady Sulta causes the boy to immediately stop what he's doing. He straightens his tie, and flattens out his shirt before standing up straight and facing the Acting Grand Master. He then turns his eyes to you. "Show your respect," he demands.

"Thank you, Larsith. However, I don't appreciate you starting fights upon academy grounds," she says.

"This vagrant wandered his way in, and there were no guards around to escort him back out. Who knows what he's up to? With all due respect, Grand Master."

"I was actually expecting to see Warren again. Please, return to your studies. And when you are finished, fix the damage you've done to these flowers."

"But--"

"Are you going against my word, Larsith?"

"No, my lady. Thank you. Please deal with this man properly."

"I shall."

With a bow, he continues on his way along the path until it's only you and Lady Sulta remaining.

She lets out a long, deep breath. "You must be careful. Many people who attend Redbloom Academy are from important, influential households. It can be harsh how some treat others. Sadly, it's how things are. There isn't much I can do to help you in that regard. However, I may be able to help you in another. Follow me to my office."

Without waiting for a response, she turns and begins to walk back the way she came.

You hurry over and follow behind. "I'm actually looking for my friend."

"I see. And what is their name?"

"Eva Beela. She's a bunnyfolk with lavender hair."

"Beela. Interesting."

"Oh you probably know her dad, right?"

"You're friends with Rada Beela's daughter. Yes, that is interesting indeed. I've wondered where life had taken her."

It doesn't take long for the both of you to arrive outside if a single building surrounded by flowers. Above the door it reads, "Grand Master's Office". She waves her hand, grabs the knob, and twists to push the door open and lead you inside.