YellowPerch Posted October 11, 2016 Share Posted October 11, 2016 Mac had just left his home town. He waited patiently at the only sun station near his home, an hour away. He was nervous, it had been a whole year since he'd last been in a school setting. He pulled out the letter he tucked in his pocket and read quietly to himself. -Mac Donahue: You are receiving this letter as an opportunity to join your peers within the world known school in Ramos. Mathorn wizarding academy is pleased to accept you among our growing numbers of wizards. Upon opening this letter please send us your reply with the envelope supplied with this letter. Mac read it over once more. Along with the acceptance later he had also received a letter stating he'd be starting as a first year. Like every new student started out as, no matter their age. It was then that the subway came to his station. He folded the letters back into his pocket and grabbed the two bags of luggage he brought with him. It was another two hours before Mac's subway even reached the closest station to the school and another thirty minutes by walking to get to the school. Mac always hated cars, subways were no better, but they have a little more footage then a car did. When he finally reached the school it was nearing nightfall. The school was huge, and it glittered in the dark of the setting sun. The total feel the school gave off made him feel nervous all over again. Mac pulled out the map he got with the letter from his pocket and looked at it. He was right wear the 'X' at the front entrance showed on the map and he needed to get to the dormitory. Mac looked up from his map and looked around. Things looked stranger when at night. He didn't think he find his way around as quickly as he was hoping. He sighed. "Well, here goes nothing." Mac grabbed his bags and went off towards the left of the school. He'd find the building eventually. Whether it be sooner or later, he wasn't so sure. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Undinevea Posted October 12, 2016 Share Posted October 12, 2016 Being on patrol was much more tedious than anything else in Nova's opinion, doing rounds around the campus as a duty of the council to ensure than students are not up to things that are not allowed for them as long as their are within academy walls. There was no such sight at first, uncertain if they were afraid of the strict punishment of being caught to attempt an escape or whether he had missed them. The latter had made him shiver in a mixture of disgust and slight fear, gritting his teeth as he would not allow that to be true as his eyes grew more vigilant of his surroundings. Noticing a silhouette about to head for the dormitories upon him about to complete his task, he was quick to approach what he assumed to be a young man among the darkness. "Hey, you. Halt." He demanded in a firm manner, letting his voice echo throughout the area and not caring if others might hear. Soon enough, his eyes adjusted to be able to distinguish and recognized him as the new student that was supposed to be under his care starting from tommorow. The luggage that he was carrying brought more clarity, biting his lower lip at the small mistake to figure out that the person had just arrived. There was a small hum of realization coming from him before clearing his throat, straightening himself up hurriedly trying to correct himself. "I assume you are Mac Donahue. Are you able to find your way?" Nova internally winced at the question, hoping that did not seem to be unprofessional of him to suddenly shout out to him from far away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YellowPerch Posted October 13, 2016 Author Share Posted October 13, 2016 Mac wasn't exactly positive if he was heading in the right direction. He had back tracked a few times already and was sure he'd end up sleeping outside for the night until morning. Lucky for he wouldn't have to. When he finally managed to figure out that he might actually be on the right path now, he heard a stern voice call back to him. It surprised him, he wasn't going to lie. He didn't think anyone else besides him was out wandering at this time of night. Mac spun around on his heel and found a shadowed figure making way right for him. He'd only been here for an hour or so and he was already going to get yelled at. The figure came into view and he noticed that the voice belonged to another student. A taller student at that. He towered over Mac several inches above. He also noticed the difference in attire compared to that of the outfit he had been made to purchase weeks before he came to this school. When the figure spoke again, it was more gentle, less harsh, yet still a little demanding. "Oh, um, yes. I uh, just arrived a while ago." He was surprised the other knew his name. At the mention of finding his way, though he didn't want to admit he was in fact, sort of lost, Mac decided to ask. He sighed and let his shoulders drop. "To be honest, I've been wondering around now for sometime. I think I'm going the right way now, but..." he opened his eyes after the sigh and looked back at the other student. Everything about him said he had confidence in his magic. Nothing compared to how Mac felt at that moment. "Can you just point me in the right direction". Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Undinevea Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 There was a tinge of relief as the new student had admitted of really being clueless of his supposed direction, seeing his recent question as something quite viable to ask. Though, Nova managed to remain an unwavering expression as usual. He recalled the boy being in the very same dorm as his from the profile given to him detailing his information although the the Mac's room was in a lower floor compared to his, the single fact being the reason on why he was assigned to watch over him until the new student was used to the new school lifestyle in the wizarding school and his responsibility was up until there. Most of the students had adapted very quickly to the new setting, expecting the same to happen for the person in front of him. "The dormitories would be right over there." He mentioned although his eyes was still trained at the other male, gesturing towards the general direction which was to his right with the purpose of showing him the way. A moment of ponder had caused him to walk a few stepsto where he had just motion to, opting to actually show him the away in contrast of what the boy had actually requested of him. "I can show you the way if you would just follow me." He exclaimed in a formal manner, slightly facing his back as he waited for the other's response and still focused on the facial features of the boy. Seeing no need to further his patrol anymore as he had basically already scoured the whole school, he had decided that it will be best to call of the night as well as not minding on guiding the new student to where he should be at this hour. Being quite late, he assumed the boy would be exhausted after his travel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YellowPerch Posted October 14, 2016 Author Share Posted October 14, 2016 Mac blinked a moment as he waited for the response of the other. Though he was glad someone had popped up and was seemingly willing to help him, he couldn't look away from the eyes of the other student. The confidence that seeped through them threw him off guard. He wasn't used to eyes like that. The only eyes he was used to were those of sympathy or those of pity, and of course those of resentment and of sneering. These eyes didn't show that. But they hadn't yet seen how useless Mac truly was. When The other student turned slightly, pointing towards the direction of the dorms, Mac sighed in relief. He was finally going to be able to settle down and go to bed. He was just about to thank the other and leave when the student took one first and began walking towards the building. He even announced he'd show him the way himself. Mac was a little surprised by this. "You really don't have to. Just pointing it out to me was fine." Mac hurried after the other student, luggage in hand as he tried to keep up. The other walked at a little faster of a pace, one Mac wasn't used to. But he'd make sure not to fall behind this time. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Undinevea Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 Nova noted the display of gratefulness from the boy, nodding at basically himself before beginning to walk towards the dorm building. He practically ignored the words of the other student, mentioning that he could simply show him the direction instead of actually directing him to his destination. Having the intention to return to his dorm as well, it seems much more tiresome to accept his offer and it would not hurt to show a bit of hospitality as a member of the student council. His eyes would time to time give glances at the person behind him, observing the luggage he had in his hand as well as how his walking posture. It seemed heavy but he would surely get refused if he were to offer some assistance with it, not bothering to bring up the topic. The student council guided the new student up the stairs once they had entered the building until he reached a certain room before stopping right in front of it, having scanned each and every single digits placed on the door. "And this will be your room." His hands motioned at the door, the numbers '209' with golden coating being displayed at the top part of it quite clearly. "I expect you to wake up early. Your first class starts at 9. Punctuality is very important." He added as he began making eye contact once more, finding himself unable to actually look anywhere else. His gaze was completely fixed on the boy, hoping for a respectable answer out of him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YellowPerch Posted October 14, 2016 Author Share Posted October 14, 2016 Mac noticed how the other ignored him, only continuing to walk towards the dorm. He decided to let it be and only accept the others help. A small smile came to his lips. He was worried about people finding out about his abilities. But he knew no one here, so it gave him some sort of relief. As they walked toward the building Mac looked around, he was in awe of how beautiful the buildings were. And if they were as amazing on the outside, then they had to be even better on the inside. Mac had to stop for a quick moment to readjust his luggage. But soon after followed the other student right behind him. His questions were answered when they made it to the dorms and the inside of it was as gorgeous as the outside. Red carpets laced the hallways, statues made of marble, free handed paintings accented the walls. He was in such amazement he hadn't realized they reached his room until the others voice spoke up. Mac jumped a bit and looked at the room '209' huh? "Thank you for showing me the way. I'd never would have found my dorm this quickly if it weren't for your help." He smiled slightly at the other. He nodded then at the others statement of waking up early and ready for his first class. "Right. I'll make sure to set my alarm right away." Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Undinevea Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 The boy being surprised at the interior design of the dormitories was no surprise, having used to how most new students reacted in a similar way and it was kind of getting old for him to witness it once again. His neutral yet serious expression remained at the other's words of gratitude, giving him a small nod in response. "You are welcome." He spoke in his usual stern tone, the smile of the other had somehow made him all fuzzy but did not gave the odd feeling any attention. Realizing that he had not yet introduced himself to the new student, he quickly opted to do so before leaving. "I am Nova Torvine. If you have any questions, feel free to ask them. I would say from now on, you will be under my care, Mac Donahue. Now, have a nice night." He mentioned with slight politeness though his voice almost sound forceful at the last sentence, making it seemed like it was a requirement for the boy. With that, he left the boy alone and head to the main staircase. Soon enough, he found himself back to his personal bedroom and switched on the lights. The tiredness soon reached him with clarity, lazily changing his clothes to more comfortable ones, wearing a pair of shorts as well as a sleeveless t-shirt. It did not take another moment for him to throw himself onto the bed, getting to sleep in just mere seconds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YellowPerch Posted October 14, 2016 Author Share Posted October 14, 2016 Mac was glad the other helped him to the dorms, and even better helped him to his own room. He smiled and nodded when the other introduced himself. "Nova....Torvine" Mac whispered to himself as the other announced his departure and left Mac standing alone in the hallway. Mac watched the other until he turned down the stairs and was out of sight. The look in his eyes made Mac twitch, a little bit of anxiety welling up inside. But he kept his calm. It wasn't like Nova had found out about his past and was berating him. It seemed Nova just had intense eyes. Eyes that almost seemed, honest. Mac shook the thought off and opened his door. He set down his luggage and instantly slumped onto his bed, laying on his back. His journey of the day made him tired and his eyes soon shut against his will and he fell asleep fully clothes on top his bed. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Undinevea Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 Waking up early in the morning was always a normal routine for Nova, having no qualms of doing the same on each and every day. This day was no different, having woken up instinctively and soon enough, prepared himself for the day. The dormitories have a shared bathroom for each floor, having to exit his room in order to take a shower. Although, the place was still grand and complimented the building well enough. The tiles on the walls pure white, the lights showing every inch of the area and not a single hint of darkness. The floor was carpeted at the entrance before smooth marble covered them. Ultimately, cleanliness was well taken care of, unsurprisingly, with the help of magic. Once he was complete ready for the day, the new student had came to his mind. Collectig his things before locking his room, Nova headed straight to room 209 when his was 309, being directly above it. He was not going to ignore the assigned duty, wanting to fulfill the task without any imperfections and was sure that was the only purpose of his visit. Giving a light knock on the door, he waited for a response as he had expected the boy to already rise up at this hour. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YellowPerch Posted October 14, 2016 Author Share Posted October 14, 2016 Mac slept through a good nights sleep and was well rested for the next morning. However he hadn't woken on time like he had said he would. He had forgotten to unpack the clock he brought from home and instantly fell asleep. Because of this his morning started off wrong. Instead of being up and ready by the time a knock came from the door, Mac was still sleeping. Though half asleep as he was, he decided to stay in bed. When the knock came however, it surprised Mac and he jumped, literally falling out of his bed with a loud thud. Luckily just barely missing he small side table beside the bed. "Ow, okay that hurt." He groaned as he rubbed his head and stood up slowly and walked to the door. He opened it as he kept his hand to his head in an attempt to relieve some of the pain from his fall. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Undinevea Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 The wait was oddly long for him, guessing that perhaps that the person had already left for breakfast before hearing a thud from the room. Nova blinked cluelessly at the sudden sound coming from the underside of the door, wondering what was happening as he finally see Mac right in front of him however had remained in yesterday's state. "I see you have just woken up." He exclaimed in a slightly reprimanding manner, forcing eye contact once again as his arms folded on his chest. In contrast to what the boy had promised him yesterday, he was frowning a bit at the fact that the other had just got out of bed before returning to his neutral expression. It was not right of him to be strict since the person had jusr arrived however discipline is very important to him, hoping that it was planted deep inside each and every student even for the new ones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YellowPerch Posted October 14, 2016 Author Share Posted October 14, 2016 Mac wanted to retract back inside his room. He wasn't expecting Nova to be the one outside his door. He recalled his promise of waking up on time and groaned out. "I'm sorry, I was so tire I forgot to set an alarm." He turned back to his luggage, knocked it over and dug through it for his still unopened in plastic covering uniform. "I'll get ready right away! You don't have to wait, but I'll definitely make it in time for you first class." Mac stood back up up, arms filled with items and clothes he needed for the new day. He went over to his bed and randomly started undressing, deciding that an audience or not, he needed to change and quickly. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Undinevea Posted October 15, 2016 Share Posted October 15, 2016 Nova remained silent at his apology, watching him return back to the bedroom that was yet to be customized. The school had allowed that much freedom to decorate their own bedrooms, regardless of using normal means or by magic. Mac's panic was something of a new sight for him, never had he have someone in his care as well as being quite careless of his own behavior. His eyes widened at the boy suddenly taking his clothes off, quickly closing the door for him and patiently waited as he leaned against the wall. Feeling his face suddenly growing warm, he was not sure the reason but was relieved that it was quick to fade. It seems to him that leaving the person alone to his devices was not an option, not really leaving the place just yet in order to ensure that the boy would have make it in time for his first class as well as giving an introduction to the other first years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YellowPerch Posted October 15, 2016 Author Share Posted October 15, 2016 True to his word, make finished taking off his clothes. Oblivious to the uncomfortable feeling the other had felt in his actions. Opening up his new uniform and looking at it for a moment, Mac pulled it on. He looked at himself in the mirror his room automatically came with. Didn't really belong in this school? Did he really belong here in this city? He sighed as he looked at himself one more time before walking away and pulling on his shoes. Then with one final look in the mirror, Mac left the room. He opened the door to find Nova standing against the wall waiting for him. Mac blinked in surprise. "You waited?" Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Undinevea Posted October 15, 2016 Share Posted October 15, 2016 As soon as he heard the door knob twist, Nova turned to the sight of the boy in full uniform as well as a baffled face. Giving him an elevator look before actually saying something, he straighten himself up and adjusted his book bag as if he was ready to go. "Do you have a problem with that?" He questioned with a raised eyebrow, slightly using a tone as if he was offended but was mildly curious about it. Clearing his throat soon after and not really wanting to waste anymore time, he raised an arm similar to a welcoming gesture. "I welcome you to the Wizarding School of Mathorn." He spoke with brimming confidence, prepared to guide the other's first classroom as he waited for a reaction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YellowPerch Posted October 15, 2016 Author Share Posted October 15, 2016 Mac noticed how the other looked at him and stiffened. Whether or not the other would have noticed he did would be a different story. Mac laughed awkwardly as Nova straightened off the wall and questioned him. "Oh, uh no. I just...didn't think you would wait." He scratched at his cheek and looked away. "I was supposed to set an alarm and didn't. I'd figured you'd just be too annoyed to stay and wait." Mac now felt stupid and just looked down, quietly reprimanding himself. That was until Nova spoke up again and welcomed him to the school. Mac smiled at this and nodded. "Thank you." Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Undinevea Posted October 15, 2016 Share Posted October 15, 2016 Nova barely responded to his opinion of him being upset enough to leave him though he was paying full attention since there was not really anything else to distract him from it. He returned the nod before starting to walk off to the direction of the exit, looking at the remaining time they had left. Stopping in the middle of the intersection that would either bring them to the school classes or the cafeteria, he turned around to face the boy. "Would you like some breakfast?" He inquired though it was a way of him to actually invite to eat together, aware that some people would not exactly find comfort in eating with strangers. Students were already walking around the campus, heading to their respective destinations along with chatter filling the area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YellowPerch Posted October 15, 2016 Author Share Posted October 15, 2016 Mac didn't mind that the other wasn't much of a talker. In fact, he found that t made things a little more easier. He always found the more someone spoke to you, the quicker they were to point fingers. But he was in a new school, with new classmates. Although that didn't mean someone he knew couldn't be here. He just hoped they weren't. When Nova walked off, Mac followed after him. The interior of the dorm looked so much more different in the light dog day then it did at night. And even outside; the atmosphere changed completely. As he walked along he watched other students as they interacted with one another. Nova stopped walking, and Mac nearly walked into him but managed to stop short of hitting him. Breakfast. The word alone made him drool. He'd been so nervous yesterday he hadn't eaten at all. "Do we have time for some?" Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Undinevea Posted October 15, 2016 Share Posted October 15, 2016 Somehow, Nova was not really used to seeing the boy in the school uniform, perhaps being the reason that his first impression came with yesterday's attire. Upon his question, he gave a small nod as they have about an hour before class formally starts. "Yes. And it would not be good to skip breakfast." He exclaimed calmly and motioned to the direction before beginning to move once more, watching how more of the students are practically going to the same direction. Judging by his reaction, he assumed that the boy had not been eating at least since dinner. Soon enough, their arrived at the expansive cafeteria which was flooded by people with mixed ages. "Please help yourself." He urged a bit lightly, not actually receiving an okay to eat with the boy and allowed him to choose his food from then on. Observing the place, he could not really see an empty seat or at least a seat for two. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YellowPerch Posted October 15, 2016 Author Share Posted October 15, 2016 Mac nodded as the other approved time to sit and eat. He wouldn't admit it, unless his stomach growled, but he was starving. He followed Nova into the cafeteria. When upon entering, Mac could feel his anxiety rise again. There were so many students, he'd never seen so many in one place before. Even at his old school, most of the students were either already in classrooms or all outside in the open field they played sports. Never really in the cafeteria. Mac took a deep breath and followed Nova in further until they reached the counter where the food station was. The food looked delicious, and that was when his stomach decided to growl. He put a hand in his stomach and smiled awkwardly. What would he go for? The soup with vegetables? The pancakes with sausage links? French toast with yogurt? Waffles with eggs? Or would he go simple and just grab himself a breakfast sandwich? Mac grabbed a tray and made his choice. Seeing how he hadn't eaten since the day before yesterday, he decided the bigger the meal the more full he'd be. Mac decided to go with the waffles and egg meal. When he finished with his food he turned to try and find a seat. With so many people in the room, most all the seats were gone. Looked like he'd have to site in the floor and eat, which he wasn't a complete fan of. But it would have to do. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Undinevea Posted October 15, 2016 Share Posted October 15, 2016 Deciding on what to eat as he scanned the counter with prepared sets of meals, the abrupt sound of growling disturbed his trail of thought. Nova was fully aware of what it is but could not help but give the person beside him a glance and spotted the smile he had made, quickly averting his attention away before he was caught and pretended as if the mixture of chatters had drowned it out. He watched the boy ultimately having picked out his breakfast tray before selecting his own, some french toast and yoghurt for this morning. Noticing someone was about to get up nearby, he was quick to lead the other to the seat that was about to be empty after urging him a little bit from behind and purposely allowed his bag to reserved it just for the boy. He could easily find somewhere else and did not really mind doing it for the new student, knowing it would be difficult for him to even eat without being in a comfortable place. "You can sit here. Make sure you head straight to class after this." He reprimanded him in his usual manner, about to head off and perhaps have his meal in the courtyard nearby. Of course, he had to returned to the cafeteria soon after he finished eating, needing to put the tray in the bin that was placed at the side of the place for the students to make sure that they can clean after themselves. Being preoccupied with the boy, he did not really notice two other people at the same long table about to get off their seats once they had finished their own food. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YellowPerch Posted October 15, 2016 Author Share Posted October 15, 2016 Mac was looking around the room for a place to sit, seat or floor, it didn't matter. That was until he felt something against his back and found Nova walking towards the opposite side of the cafeteria. He hadn't seen the student stand up, so he wasn't too sure why he was following the other, but as they reached the table, Mac soon found why. A seat, a single seat had opened up and Nova was offering him to sit and eat. Mac set his tray down, but was a little nervous about sitting in front and beside people he hadn't met yet. Nova was about to leave when Mac reached out for him. "Ah! Wait, um....." Mac let his hand go quickly, realizing he had grabbed hold of the others sleeve. "Um, can I eat with you? I don't care where...." Mac wasn't normally this nervous of a person, but the years of being bullied had slowly began to change his personality. Mac bent his right elbow and grabbed his own sleeve on his left arm. "Sorry, um...I'll just, sit here...." he hadn't noticed the two other students at the same table get up, having finished their own breakfast. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Undinevea Posted October 15, 2016 Share Posted October 15, 2016 Nova was completely startled as his sleeve had been gripped before being able to actually walk away, rebalancing the tray as he immediately halted his steps. The obvious bashful behaviour the new student was making had gave him confusion, hearing his request but had no qualms or whatsoever in fulfilling them. His eyes shifted to the empty space not far from them, being in the same row and gave the person sitting beside the empty seat a glare. The other student having figured out his subtle sign, he scooted along with the others at his side enough for the both of them to sit together. He laid his tray right beside Mac's and took his own place at the bench, watching him but not for long as his attention returned to his meal. He began eating as it would not be long until class starts, hoping the boy was not planning on just standing there. Starting with the french toast first, he savored the taste though could not help but let out an icy breath at how freshly toasted it was. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YellowPerch Posted October 15, 2016 Author Share Posted October 15, 2016 Mac had shot his eyes tight before he sat down in his claimed seat. He hadn't meant to reach out to Nova so abruptly, he just figured, just perhaps, Nova would become a friend. He was about to sit in his seat when movement just beside him was heard. He looked up to find some of the other students moving down a seat and Nova placing his own food try beside Mac's. he was a little shocked at first, but as the other took a bite of his meal, completely unfazed by it all, Mac couldn't help but feel happy. He sat down himself and taking his own fork desired to start eating his egg first. Mac had come here to make a new start on life, even if he had to hide his magic from the other students, this was his time to finally feel wanted by others. To make friends. He smiled while he ate his breakfast. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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