The first thing Benjamin saw was the door of the room that was previously occupied by Paul, with the door open. The noise coming from inside indicated that yes, someone would occupy it.
Curious, he left his own room and approached the other, reaching the doorway and seeing a tall, straw-haired young man organizing some books on one of the shelves on the wall.
"Good Morning!" Benjamin greeted him. The young man turned around, startled, but then smiled sincerely.
"Good Morning!"
"I'm Benjamin Dankworth, are you?"
Approaching Benjamin, the boy held out his hand.
"I'm Anthony Bedwick!"
Benjamin had initial hopes that Paul might be back, having put the crazy idea of joining the military behind him.
"You're late... Classes started months ago...", Benjamin said.
"Ah... I attend the same classes as you. I usually sit in the back seats." the young man spoke.
"Really? I've never seen him here at college."
"Fine. I'm not the type that people notice at all."
