Hundred-Sixty-Five: Observations

.Tanya Faith.& They Meet

“I love it when you call me my lady!” Tanya gushed as Merlin led her down the corridor.

“You do?” Merlin questioned surprised. “Well I can’t help it. It’s simply a habit really. Tell me more about the vampires – the Shadows. Zeke looks at you with eyes,” Merlin looked away.

“Oh don’t worry about it. I mean….we have our history,” Tanya simply stated. “Do you have potions with me?”

“I suppose we have every class together. I am here just because of you, ya know,” Merlin was quick to point out.

“You are?” Tanya asked with a surprised voice. “Well then, I suppose I should get used to you being around. But what about me?”

“I have to protect you from something but I’m not quite sure what yet. You seem very strong to me. I don’t know,” Merlin nervously stated.

“Well we shall figure it out together,” Tanya said trying to relieve some of his anxiety. “Everyone is always nervous on their first day. Here, grab my arm. Let’s go skipping down this hallway. It helps relieve tension,” She giggled as she latched her arm with his. “Don’t worry, Merlin, I always wear heels!”

Merlin hesitantly began to skip and hop down the hallway with Tanya. He could feel the population staring at him but suddenly, it did not matter. He could see the men giving him jealous glances and the women wishing they could be her. He finally knew he found a non-judgmental friend.