Cosette glanced up at Ms. Maxon, but the woman was still immobile. 'Screw this,' Cosette thought. 'Rayla needs me.' She stretched one slim hand into the air, her fingers perfectly straight. "By the grace of the elements, Luna Eclipse transform!" she yelled.

Later, Aqua Wave would demand to know why Cosette hadn't left the class before transforming. Cosette had to admit, this thought had crossed her mind, but it would take precious seconds she feared Ember Flare might not have. The other magical girl had been clearly drawing on her last reserves of power even when Cosette had spoken to her. If she didn't hurry, Cosette had to wonder if Ember Flare would still be alive when she got there.