EIRA’S POV Normally, I enjoy sitting in the courtyard. The fresh air, and being surrounded by trees and flowers made it relaxing. But today was different. I couldn’t tell what it was, but something was definitely in the air. The usual tranquil atmosphere was nowhere to be found. Students sat across the side benches, their bags tossed carefully at their feet as they all got consumed in conversation and most likely gossip. The sun was rather warm today, its yellow lights spilling over the vines and flowers. But beside the warmth I was feeling from the sun, I couldn’t deny how restless the atmosphere was. I sat on the bench that was situated by the fountain, my legs kicking slowly in front of me. Kellen sat at my right side, while Lucien was seated on the left. I was leaning back on the

