Appreciative that Des didn't push the subject- and really, most mutants don't, it's a sore subject for many- Shinah nodded and looked back to the grounds.

"Gotta get used to everyone somehow; knowing the newbies before they come in gives me a chance to get ready to actually meet them. Depending on the year, the Professors will hold a seminar introducing the newbies to some seniors. Sometimes there's power demonstration or just Q&A, depends on how they decide to swing it, if they hold the seminar at all." He tilted his head. "I think there are more than usual this year but I'm not sure. Eri- uh, Professor Lehnsherr is gonna be thrilled."

He looked up to her once more and smirked. "I can tell you one thing: My power's aren't telekenesis or flight, so I wouldn't recommend falling."