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Kiara’s smile faltered at Ty’s words, but she couldn’t exactly fault him for that. Alberta [i]was[/i] a bit off-putting to the other students. She was starting to see this more and more during their time together as a class in the last two weeks. Even so-perhaps she was biased due to the tea conversation-she couldn’t help but find some sympathy for the other girl. [color=0072bc]“Oh, well, I wouldn’t say Alberta’s all that bad. Just like everyone, she has her quirks and if we’re going to be a class, we’ll have to learn to move around those quirks eventually.”[/color] A pause. [color=0072bc]“Or we learn to use our quirks to our class’ strength. She kind of reminds me of Eris in a way…”[/color]

Turning to Sophiel now, she pondered the question given at her before shrugging. Well, it was best to be honest given she was thinking about the mission on her way here. [color=0072bc]“At first, I thought this was just one of the professor’s tests for us, something to keep us on our toes. But now I’m not so sure. If it’s true, I have to wonder how two thieves managed to slip past Avalice’s defenses and what kind of relic they were keeping warranting stealing. It could also mean these thieves have an ability we’re not certain about if they were able to slip by.”[/color] That thought alone held its unnerving implications. Was there even a plan? If not, did Professor Nyx expect [i]her[/i] to come up with one with the other students?

Before she could fester in those dark thoughts, some brightness delighted the trio with a stark presence. Kiara nodded and waved at Mandi as they approached. She still wasn’t sure if their peer was a guy or girl, despite having two weeks to get to know her peers. Oh well, it probably didn’t matter. What did though, was Mandi’s challenge to Ty that was no doubt meant to draw a reaction. Kiara blinked, not expecting that; but not offended either. In fact, she looked at the boy with a sly smirk. [color=0072bc]“Well Ty. I’m curious now, and it’s not nice to keep a girl waiting.”[/color]

Unfortunately, luck wasn’t on her side because soon enough Ty gave his answer. Now Kiara’s face dropped, and it took a moment to manage a defeated but light sigh. [color=0072bc]“Ah, well, honesty is the most appreciated and I can’t fault you for that, right?”[/color] The class rep raised her hands in mock defeat before turning them to wave at Caelum as he arrived and stole Ty’s attention for now. More and more students flocked, filtering in and making a group amongst themselves. Even the ones at the edge of the circle were hard pressed to be included when their number was simply increasing. Kiara looked back at Ty and said, [color=0072bc]“Well, just be sure my sister doesn’t hear your-”[/color]

What started as a tease turned into a drawn back sigh and this one was genuine. Because now she heard the familiar, criticizing voice of her sister in the air. Eris, despite their talk weeks prior, seemed determined to still make life just that bit more difficult. The class rep nodded curtly at her sister when she arrived, making a note to keep an eye on her now that they were on a real mission. It wasn’t long before the professor joined them as well, tailing Eris.

With Professor Nyx present, the class was collectively gathered towards the trains and swiftly sent to boarding them. As each one was directed to some seats, Kiara found herself brought aside by the professor himself, along with Ty. Curiously, she waited for what this could be about, before looking around to notice that yes, one of her roommates was still missing, among others. Before she could even answer though, there was Sekhandur by their side, appearing like a ghost.

[color=0072bc]“Um, he’s right there? Oh, and there’s Alberta and Kress. Can we take our seats now professor?”[/color]
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