The Ever

Katezmira was sitting at the table in her dorm room, playing cards against Victoria, Violet, and Ruby. It was 8:30, so students were supposed to be staying in their dorms, but lights out wasn’t until 9. They were all already in their white nightgowns and ready for bed.

The girls talked while taking turns putting down cards.

“I just wish we could eat here. Walking all the way out on the bridge is pointless, especially since that means you have to eat with the Nevers.” Violet said.

“Yeah. They’re very loud.” Victoria said.

“Still though, the food was amazing!” Kat said happily.

“So good!” Ruby agreed.

“Yeah. But, did you guys see what happened at the assembly? That Miromaximus girl was scary. I bet all the Nevers are like that. I really wish we didn’t have to see them.” Violet said.

“Yeah, that was kinda creepy. Especially since Bartholomew is, like, the best fighter in our school.” Victoria agreed.

“I’m still confused on why the duel thing even happened. They called it a ‘tradition,’ right?” Kat said, still confused.

“Yeah. I read that it’s supposed to be an omen. Whichever school wins the duel on the first day is the side that’ll have more power that year. Last year Good won, so it’s good that it’s keeping a balance.” Ruby explained.

“Yeah, I guess that’s the whole point of having these schools, right?” Violet said.

“That’s what my mom told me.” Victoria replied.

“Well then it has to be right,” Kat said, “If it’s Cinderella.”

Ruby agreed. Just then, the clock struck nine. The chandelier immediately went out, although there were candles by each of their beds and on the table. Using the candlelight, the girls said goodnight and crawled into bed, blowing out their candles once they were settled. Kat curled up in her silky blankets, warm and cozy. She couldn't believe how much her life had changed in the past day, and how she seemed to be accepting it. She would miss her family, but Victoria had helped her mail a letter to them telling them where she was. Since the magical delivery system was so fast, she would get her reply soon. She fell asleep thinking of Cinderella and Snow White, and the princess that one day she would become.