Elise knew that Lafay was sick, the whole school did. So she didn't quite expect to see her at class. And when Elise had found out that she would be there, she'd assumed that maybe Lafay had gotten better. But that was not the case.

The Potions Mistress seemed worse than ever, and thinner than Elise could remember her. Forcing herself to keep a neutral face, Elise dipped her head a little. "Good day, professor," she said, offering a small smile before turning around to look for a seat. And sitting down in it.