Mara and Phineas followed the group, slowing as they reached the school. Phineas stared at the building before them, mouth agape in awe. The estate towered above them like a living beast. It's many eyes gazed at the woods around it, as if warily watching for potential dangers to its occupants. Before it was a large door, a small group already forming at the top of the steps.

"This is [i]amazing[/i]!" Mara gasped. "Will we get to explore? Do we get our own rooms? Can we have roommates? Will I get kicked out if I accidentally blow of the room?"

Phineas gazed around, a thoughtful expression on his face. Hidden unless meant to be found? Rumor or no, the thought was strangely comforting. A place where he was not just welcome, but expected. A small smile crept up his face as he gradually relaxed. Maybe this wouldn't be so bad after all. He turned to the closest person next to him and gave them a shy smile. "Hello," he greeted. "My name is Phineas."