BRIDGETTE 

The sun was already making its ascent towards the center of the sky when I got to the training grounds. The murky scent of sweat and the toiling of the warriors was still heavy in the air, but it was to be expected since they had ended training not long ago. Ace, as commanded, was already waiting at the front of the facility with his arms crossed, looking like he’d rather be anywhere else. 

He didn't stop glaring at me as I stopped in front of him, taking another look at my well-fitting tank top and pants that I had gotten yesterday. 

"You're late." He intoned with a flat...