The rest of orientation passed in a blur.
Dean Blackwood introduced the faculty, explained the academy’s rules, and reminded first-year students that entering Silverwood Forest without permission would result in immediate disciplinary action.
Evelyn barely heard a word.
Her thoughts stayed on the message that had appeared on her schedule.
Meet at the Moon Tower tonight. Come alone.
Who had written it?
And why had no one else seen it?
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“Earth to Evelyn.”
Lucas waved a hand in front of her face.
“Huh?”
“I asked if you wanted to walk to class with us.”
“Oh… yeah.”
She quickly smiled.
“Sorry.”
Lucas studied her for a moment.
“You’ve been quiet.”
“I’m just tired.”
It wasn’t exactly a lie.
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Their first class was Paranormal History.
The classroom looked like something from
