The cool night air brushed against Maya's skin as she strolled through the quiet, cobblestone paths of the academy grounds.
Beside her walked her maid.
An ever-dutiful companion who carried a small lantern to light their way.
The faint glow from the lantern highlighted the faint furrow in Maya's brows, betraying her preoccupied thoughts.
The day had been long, but her craving for something sweet had won over her exhaustion.
"I need something to clear my mind."
Maya murmured, more to herself than her maid.
Her maid glanced sideways at her, her curiosity piqued.
"The usual bakery, Miss Maya?"
"Yes."
Maya replied, her voice distant.
"Something sweet. Maybe cupcakes.
I don't know... I just need something."
As they walked, Maya's thoughts wandered back to the Second Year Opener Exams.
Specifically, the question Noah Ashbourne had solved.
