#shadowedclarke

[lucyinthewest]

@shadowedclarke

“James!” Lucinda caught up with her friend when she saw him walking through the halls.  It was easy to fall in step with him, despite their considerable height difference. “I saw you talking to the new master student, you must tell me everything about her! I’ve heard she specializes in charms.” And therefore may be a good person to teach Lucinda herself a bit more of her favorite subject. She would, of course, also use any excuse to talk to James. “After the week I’ve had, you must tell me there is a single instructor in this castle who does not despise me.” 

[thatsyourbadluck]

@shadowedclarke

It was deeply important that James suspect nothing. After his theatrical little threats, his father had found someone far more effective than himself in taking him out. Felicity liked James, or, she saw his potential. He was attractive, and still young enough. He had a knack for acting quickly and rationally and what little magic he knew he used very effectively. If only he could get over his sentimentality. Perhaps she wouldn’t finish her job--that would be a first--perhaps she would just help him to sever those pesky ties that held him back. 

“Mr. Clarke.” She said gently, finding him alone in the corridor. “Forgive me, but I thought we should talk.” She rubbed her arm. “I suppose there is great irony that you and I should look for redemption in the same place.” She was all nervous energy, her eyes full of affection. “I’m sure you remember me.”