Shay was rushing. She had intended to leave earlier for Defense Against the Dark Arts class, but it hadn't quite worked out. As she headed for the lake, in the cold.....again, she wondered why. What was the deal with every class being held outdoors in the middle of winter? At least she was dressed warmly, having learned just the right amount of layers to wear, since this was now a thing.

Reaching the "classroom" area, Shay was glad to see that class hadn't started yet. She hurried to join the group, throwing out a greeting on the way. "Hello Professor Hirsch", she said as she passed their leader. Then Shay found the closest empty space and plopped down on the log. She was on time. Not late......nope. On time and ready to go.