They all laughed and took joking bets on Francine’s future grade on their way over to the sand castle. Harriet went with them to see Ginny, as she had never been, and was more than willing to help Francine study while she was fit. On the way, Abbie was still skeptical that the dress would even be in a wearable state. Frannie couldn’t help stopping by Matt’s room before they went in. They were set to meet up for dinner before the dance the next night, but she always wanted to see him.

When she knocked, there was a rustling around, followed by Beans opening the door a crack, his foot blocking the door from opening any further.

The door shut and, after a moment, opened again, and Matt popped out, smiling.”

Frannie tried to look in when the door opened back up but couldn’t see past Matt as he stepped out and closed the door again.

She kissed him on the cheek and returned to join the others outside Ginny’s room.

Francine turned on her heel and spent a minute giving Matt a proper goodnight kiss before heading to Ginny’s to try on the dress.

When they got in and saw Francine’s Dress, they all had to admit it was stunning. Though Abbie couldn’t resist pointing out that most of the dress already existed,

Ginny set a calling card on the table. The paper was shiny and gold, saying, “Adrema Little Dream of Gold.”

Ginny was excited to attend Homecoming but strategically planning her exit while Mirage dressed her hair. The gown she’d made for herself was cut from the Gold Cloth she bought in Old Sanctville. It was heavy but luxurious and eye-catching. She used golden angel feathers and pearls on the train and neckline. Mirage draped delicate pearl netting over her Horns, and the look was complete. The plan had been for Oliver to meet her at The General’s Table restaurant with the others in their group. Subterfuge and Lara, Peony and Veloria, and Meritorious and Visalia Dremington from the Girl’s school were planning to meet them there.

She was ready early and started pacing around. She left the Sand Castle, but Peony and Lara had already left, and it seemed pointless to start a conversation with any of the guys standing around there. So she decided to go try Ollie and see if he was ready. Even if Ollie wasn’t ready yet, she could always head to Viv’s room for a little gossip sesh.

Ginny had a general knowledge of the campus, but she‘d never been inside the Naval Barracks. She looked at the map and did a few calculations. When she appeared in front of a door, cleared her throat, and lifted her hand to knock, she was startled to hear screaming behind her.

She leaped around and screamed as well, covering her mouth. She was surprised to see Oliver and Meritorious sitting on Oliver’s bed. A better description would be Oliver sitting on his bed, with Meritorious sitting over him in an extremely–suggestive position.

Meritorious jumped up in a panic, his mood quickly escalating to anger, buttoning his shirt and trying to leave.

Meritorious looked worried and hurt but stayed and sat back on the far edge of the bed, shirt misaligned.

Oliver grabbed his hand. Ginny Didn’t know what to say. Her mothers accepting that she was attracted to both men and women didn’t help them any. She had agreed to see Oliver as a sort of shield, so his family obviously tolerated him only so much more. It was humbling; with all her spells and newfound power, there wasn’t anything she could do to fix their problems. All she could do was be there for them.

The Abionne Academy students all had tasks during the Homecoming event. Some welcomed guests and handed out souvenir pamphlets. Some arrived early to set up centerpieces and assisted with other decorations. Francine and Abbie were put on the first shift at the main entrance coat check, which meant their dates, Matt and Usher, were set loose in the event without them. It also meant they could see many of their friends on their way in.

Francine smiled when she saw Tabulain and Amalie enter the arena. Tabulain was dressed in a smart red suit with a black silk shirt and ruffled Cravat. Amalie looked angelic on his arm in a white gown with gold trim and delicate gold jewelry.

Amalie engaged with the banter, as was customary at any social function. Tabulain was not amused, especially to be the butt of the joke.

Unfortunately, when replacements came, their dates were lost in the crowds. A dozen tents lined the Arena edges, with a dance floor in the middle and a round stage at the center. A live band played as couples circled and swayed to the music in the soft green moonlight.

Adrian made his return appearance, and girls lined up to dance with him. Priscilla was out there, making them all jealous.

CH10~ Homecoming

An Imperial Education

“I probably failed that History test, even with all your help, Harriet. Eighteen names and histories are just too much for my brain to remember. At least I’m getting better at shooting. I’m not sure I’m good enough to make up for it yet. “    “Judging from Matt’s birthday party, I don’t think that’s possible. You may want to give up now and pick a new skill to perfect.”    “It wasn’t really my choice. I think she said, “An Arsenault shoots guns,” or something like that. “



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