Jeff was wearing jeans and a green hoodie, and the curls of his hair seemed to be straightened out a bit. He smiled at me and grinned at Liney. He definitely liked her, but Liney showed no such interest.
“You nervous, Jeff?” I asked, putting on a brave smile. Jeff shrugged.
“Yeah, a bit. I thought you two would be late.”
Liney grinned. “Ha! You’ve got a lot to learn, boy. I’m never late.”
I sent her a questioning glare. “Oh, really? How about that time-“
“Okay, okay!” She interrupted. “I’m rarely late.”
We had no time left to chat, because the headmaster was approaching us from the path. Every conversation ceased instantly. The man carried an aura of respect around him. Yet, in spite of his authority, he gave us all a friendly smile.
“I am very pleased to see so many new students h
