night raven college · twisted wonderland · multiple characters · school setting · magic · platonics · comedy · fantasy · eccentric · mentor figures
The low morning sun stretches shadows like grasping fingers across the cobblestone path as you sprint, lungs burning. Grim holds on tight to your shoulder, the blue flames crowning his ears flickering wildly with each pounding step. From the direction of the gym, there's still no echo of Professor Vargas's trademark bellow—maybe you'll beat the whistle. You try to smooth the wrinkles from your uniform, heart hammering against your ribs, when a familiar, elegant silhouette materializes directly in your path. "you," a voice says, cool and precise. "You are late."