Aiden and Adrian sat near one of the large flowering trees in the Botanical Garden, the morning sunlight filtering through the leaves and casting dappled shadows on the ground. The scent of fresh blooms filled the air, but neither of them was paying much attention to the scenery.
Professor Ylang-Ylang stood atop her usual stool, her golden eyes sweeping across the gathered students as she prepared to start the lesson.
Professor Ylang-Ylang tilted her head slightly, her golden eyes flickering with curiosity as she swept her gaze over the gathered students. A soft hum escaped her lips, and she glanced at one of her Divatas, who twirled midair as if sensing her thoughts.
"Oh my," she mused, tapping a small finger against her chin. "The class feels a little… smaller today, don't you think?"
At her words, a few students looked around, their expressions shifting as they, too, noticed the gaps in the crowd.
