Mason had been awake since 5:00. He'd woken up with a terrible headache, and had occupied himself with his tablet. When 7:00 came, he got up to prepare for the day's classes. He slid on the uniform shirt, once again uncomfortable with it's tightness. He slid into the shorts, and found the fabric was cold after sitting through the night. The feeling sent a chill down his leg, which caused his calf muscles to stiffen. 

The young man slowly pulled his duffel bag from under his bed, still having not unloaded it's contents into the dresser. He removed a pair of sleek, black running shoes, and slid them on his feet. He rarely wore the shoes, as he proffered boots any day. However, he assumed they would be running a good bit today, so he opted for the more athletic choice. 

He left his room, not bothering to check on Chess. Starting down the hallway, Mason walked with long strides. He entered the Weapons rooming and saw the other recruits there - but they still lacked many others. He also saw that the instructor wasn't there. He spotted Lilith - the only person he'd spoken to beside Estella and Chess. He stood a couple feet from her, silently waiting for something to happen.