This wouldn't be the first time I heard a speech from Ioth. The old elf still awe struck me whenever I saw him. I shifted a little in my seat. It was an uncomfortable power... having so much in one room. From the new robes to the last years. Luckily I was able to sit next to Evamia, and that made me feel a little better.
Last year I finally started... feeling a little better. Eva is right after all, I need to start talking with people and trying to make the best of my new life here. She might not know it, but her positivity has been such a comforting feeling. One day... I'll tell her that.
She bounced happily next to me, talking to a few other students I didn't recognize. I leaned back, avoiding their gaze for now, but smiling at anyone who happened to see me anyways. Hopefully this year in the ring would be even better than the last few in the cove. I reached up to my ear, fiddling with one of the golden earrings.