I walked around the grounds of the institute, taking in how relaxed everything felt. It was amazing how much a small find could make a difference to the entire mood of this place. My mates had gone on their patrols and so I was left to my own devices. I was trying to find a secluded area where I could practice how deep my new abilities ran.
"Violet!" I heard a voice yell, pretending I didn't hear it as I continued to wade through the throngs of people in the courtyard. "Violet!" they yelled again, this time managing to catch up with me and grab my arm to stop my motion.
I turned around, suppressing rolling my eyes as I looked at Zavira and Lexia. "We were wondering what you were up to. You missed patrol the other day and we got worried." Lexia explained, looking at me cautiously.
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