"This term was great, Chris, but I would like to see more Gryffindor house spirit next term," she said. Anna was actually pretty much okay with the fact that Gryffindor didn't win the house cup. She knew in her heart that there would be times they'd win and times they wouldn't. What she actually really disappointed in was the number of Gryffindors who'd shown up to classes and made an honest effort with their schoolwork. She missed the good old days of house pride and spirit. Hopefully Chris would help her get more people involved for the upcoming school year. "Chris, you've got to really help me next term, you know. Gryffindor's lost a lot of its house spirit and pride, and we really need to gain that back. Congratulations on achieving third place, though! You really deserved it! Thank you for the compliments about my standing, as well."

More and more Gryffindors were steadily joining the festivities at the table, too. "Hey, guys!" Anna said, greeting Tobi, Paris, Alexis, Hayden, Daniel, and Rose. She giggled when Alexis referred to her as Mrs. Newell. "Heyyy, How did you knowww....?" Anna asked, trailing off just a bit and turning to Cale with a surprised look.

Anna followed Cale's gaze up to the ceiling. She knew that he must be memorizing every detail of the school he was leaving for forever and ever. "I want to go with you," she said, grabbing both of his hands. "I mean...I want to go with you and stay there and not return to school next year." She sighed and squeezed his hands in hers. "I'm going to miss you, Mr. Newell." Anna turned her head to the side and looked down at the floor, watching a single teardrop hit the ground. When she was sure no more tears would try and escape her eyes, she looked back up and Cale. "So, are you ready?" she asked, not speaking about graduation...or the train...but what would happen afterwards.