[center][u][i] - Annie - [/u][/i][/center] She blinked as she heard someone enter the training grounds. She got up quietly and walked over toward the direction of the noise to find a boy she hadn't seen before. Well, he looked older than her, really. Though, she wasn't one for age. Sighing, she walked into the small area and cleared her throat trying to get his attention. [b]"Having fun?"[/b] She asked, raising a brow at him. Just looking at him, he seemed like a punk. Probably was a punk... but she'd learned not to judge too quickly. Besides, the guy looked... mostly peaceful sitting there... staring off into space. [b]"Looking for some private training or would you like a teacher? Can't say I'll be much help... but that's what I'm here for, yeah?"[/b] She asked him, grinning, her dark red hair falling over her shoulders. It didn't look like she'd really changed from the previous day and if her job didn't require so much labor, she probably wouldn't. But she didn't like to stink, so she changed. Truthfully, she was a pretty lazy kid. It wasn't like she had anyone to impress anyway. She didn't know where Scion was, for all she knew he was long gone, exploring other places... and women. She gritted her teeth, trying to forget it. --- [center][u][i] - Lily - [/u][/i][/center] She stirred slightly as she felt someone get up and move around the place but didn't wake up, being far too tired. But... a moment later, a beautiful melody entered the room like a warm blanket. Smiling, Lily turned and opened her eyes, the warmth of the sun blanketing the room. Soft trumpet melodies danced around the room as Lily sat up, stretching. [i]That's one way to wake up...[/i] She chuckled to herself slightly. Her eyes hurt from tears and her fingers were still dirty from digging through the dirt last night. In the next few moments, she was up and in the bathroom washing up. She took a rather long warm shower with the sounds of Carmen's muted playing warming her soul. Half an hour later, she was out, her hair up in a bun, a plain blue dress pulled over her body. She slipped on some sandals and went outside, trying to locate her roommate. She looked around for a few minutes, confused, before looking up to see Carmen's feet dangling over the roof. She stepped out a bit further and smiled as she looked up at her. [b]"Has anyone ever told you how beautifully you play? I don't think there's a better way to wake up in the morning."[/b] She spoke, her voice just a tad rough from the crying last night. --- [center][u][i] - Alex - [/u][/i][/center] He woke in his own bed and went about his morning as one pixie boy normally did, watching TV. He sat before the TV screen for a few hours, a scarf he was making in his hands. It wasn't anything special... In fact, it was pretty plain. He didn't know her favorite color but he knew what would suit her. It wouldn't take him long either... Soon, he'd have a soft and fluffy infinity scarf in his hands, ready to give to Kathy... He sighed, frowning. Too bad winter wasn't really an issue right now. He'd have to save it for Christmas. But... it was so relaxing crocheting while watching TV. It was Alex's own version of alcohol. It was how he wound down and chilled out. Besides, he didn't have the supplies to make any jewelery... Though... He could just make something out of the nature around here but it wouldn't last very long... He'd have to get some metal at some point... The young blue haired pixie lifted a hand to run his fingers through his hair, stress mounting. One thing that always bothered him was... he didn't really honestly know who he was or who he was meant to be... Sure, it was nice being able to get a few inches to reach that high shelf or shrink to pixie form and get into tight places to really clean everything. Even his child form had some benefits... He needed a pet or something.... Something he could cuddle and take care of... Something that would love him unconditionally... What else were puppies for? He'd have to get one when they got back from here... --- [center][u][i] - Maria - [/u][/i][/center] She sighed, irritated with the men around her. They were running around, trying to impress her... or something. She wasn't really paying attention anymore. [b]"I'm sorry... what?"[/b] She asked, rubbing the bridge of her nose. [b]"I'm sorry, Ms. Cross. We just need you to finalize these drafts for the new gymnasium."[/b] One man asked her. [b]"It's fine..."[/b] She answered without looking, waving him off. She trusted them to do it well and if they didn't... well... There would be hell to pay. After a few moments of hearing more of their requests, Maria suddenly stood, a smile on her face. [b]"Excuse me. I need some fresh air."[/b] She spoke, hinting that she wanted to be alone. She walked outside to the balcony and looked down at the workers putting the school back together. Not too much longer and the students would be able to come back. Even now, she had a team of witches and warlocks working on a barrier to keep pesky things away from the school. As much as she liked remodeling, it was an irritating process. Not to mention they were nearly broke now... Well... In Maria terms anyway. And she, by no means, wanted to go back to her father for help. She'd rather rot on the streets than do that... But... She sighed as she leaned against the railing. She didn't want to do that to her students. She knew how valuable this place was to some of them. She knew how it would affect some of them if it were to be gone from their lives... Or worse.. If her father took over. She shivered at the thought, not wanting to even think about it.