"Don't play games with a person who can play better." In a world where deceit and manipulation reign, where the line between truth and lies blurs, there exists a cautioning about the dangers of power, revenge, and the art of manipulation. Nobody is blameless in every parts of Eleutheria Arcanum Institute as disturbing truths unravel and seemingly decent reputations crumble. As their reputation shattered, a once revered figure, Nemesis, finds themselves caught in trouble of suspicion: a crime. The academy, once a bastion of elegance and integrity, now teeters on the edge of trouble and chaos as hidden truths begin to unravel. In this circle, it becomes harder and harder to tell who is a friend and who is an enemy. Friendships will be put to the test and trust will be broken. Suspicion and fault-finding fill the air, leaving everyone unsure of whom to rely on. They must make a difficult decision. Will they relentlessly seek the truth, clutching it tightly in their hands? Or will they surrender to the predetermined fate that awaits them? Who among them will dare to take risks and face the consequences that lie ahead? Only time holds the key to uncovering the ultimate truth. Question is, who's going to play with fire? first installment of Sicilian Defense Series written by: @vexiouri