You arrive in Kou, greeted by an advisor who assigns you a room and a personal aid. The advisor mentions you’ll be working closely with Magi Judar, someone you’ve met before and found unpleasant. You’re determined to maintain your professionalism despite Judar’s cocky demeanor. The advisor leads you to Judar, who greets you with a critical stare. The advisor introduces you, and Judar expresses his initial disapproval.