Walkin' after midnight

The evening air was cool against Kemp's face as he strolled into the court yard. Today had been longer than expected, with moving into his new dorm and finding where all of his classes were located, he felt both physically and mentally exhausted.
He figured most students were either studying or had gone to the dining hall for dinner and had taken the opportunity to slip outside for some exploring and much needed silence.

 Having circled the main building once,Kemp welcomed the serene stillness of the court yard with a soft sigh as he strolled over and sat down on a chilled bench. Evenings like this reminded him of his parent's farm with the sound of soft water babbling like the creek that used to run along the edge of their field. Perhaps if he closed his eyes long enough, he could pretend he was home for a while and fight off the longing feeling that tugged at his heart.

Leaning forward, he rest his forearms on his thighs before tipping his head back to see how low the sun had gotten. It had just begun to set and was currently hiding behind some of the many trees that surrounded his new home. Wordlessly he studied the grand giants with their many sprawling branches and broad leaves ,feeling as if they were going to start moving or talking to one another if he watched long enough.What if they had magic powers too??

He shook the thought from his mind and rubbed his right temple before lightly hooking his fingers around the  arm of his sunglasses. The heavily tinted devices stood out boldly compared to his bleached white hair but he supposed now that he was at the academy, he didn't stick out like he did in his hometown. Drawing in a chilled breath, he released it slowly to ensure his mind was calm- knowing how his powers liked to shoot off at the slightest hint of distraction. Slowly, he pulled the glasses away from his eyes until they were no longer blocking his vision.

At first his eyes watered as they adjusted to the bright orange hue of the setting sun and the many contrasting browns of the trees and plants- but it was beautiful once they had finally adjusted. It had been a long time since he witnessed the sun setting in all it's wondrous glory. Having to shield his eyes from pretty much all types of light sources, it was nice to see real colors and shapes. without looking at them through specially treated glasses. Although he didn't like the strong amounts of socializing he would have to put up with on a daily basis, it felt good to be around others like him. It felt good to finally feel safe.


Tag: Seren

After classes had finished for the day, Stella had quickly realized that she hadn't taken the time to work out in awhile. This was abnormal for the girl that typically kept on a pretty routine schedule. Once she had gotten back to her dorm room, it wasn't long before the teen had her work out clothes on. With hair made up in a tight professional bun, black clingy yoga pants that stopped at her calves and a long sleeved dark purple t-shirt - Stella somehow managed to still look pristine despite the fact she was about to go work out.

Thinking nothing of getting a jacket, Stella made her way through the school and outside - power walking through the school and once hitting the doors breaking into a healthy paced jog. Stella wasn't necessarily the type that would be able to defend herself in a fight, it was just that she preferred to stay healthy the best way she knew how.

The young woman started on her route, not wearing ear buds for the sake of eaves dropping on any conversation she happened to pass by. It was within a few minutes of making her turn around the court yard and started to get her heart beat up that the snoopy teen spotted a new student. Stopping in her tracks, Stella bounced slightly on her feet turning toward Kem and inspecting the new meat. "Hey, you haven't been here long have you?" Stella asked the young man then - her curiosity always getting the better of her.

Kemp had heard the girl approaching moments before she spoke, and had time to compose himself before she  came bouncing up in front of him. Turning his attention towards her with mild interest, his sharp eyes studied her and the clothes she was wearing, slightly annoyed his quiet evening had been interrupted. She seemed very confident, then again she could have just been in a happy mood. He never was good at reading people's moods. Deciding to answer her, he nodded while fidgeting with the sunglasses in his hands.

" Yeah, today." He answered, clearing his throat. He paused, realizing he hadn't made much sense before correcting himself." I mean, I just arrived today." There. He answered her question. Perhaps now her curiosity would lead her elsewhere and he could go back to his own company. Expecting the conversation to die off, he lowered his  gaze away from her, settling his eyes on his sunglasses instead.

At her sudden stopping, Stella quickly began to feel the chill all around seep into her skin. Ever the composed and professional even in work out clothes, Stella forced herself not to notice the chill in the air for the time being.

As Kemp acknowledged her, Stella nodded easily with with an interested expression - looking as if though she were recording some sort of knowledge in her head. She didn't have her pen and note pad with her, so she'd have to do this one from memory. "And your power, or powers?" As much as she preferred not to talk about it, she needed to know for her own personal records. Stella made it her business to know as many people as she could at the school, that way if anything happened she was already on familiar terms with a majority of the population.

Realizing that she hadn't introduced herself, Stella held out her hand toward Kemp then "I'm Stella, by the way. I've been here for about a year." As she introduced herself, it was easy to notice that the girl had a slight French accent. It was very subtle, but nonetheless there.

"And your power, or powers?"

What did those have to do with anything? He flashed a quizzical expression but assumed she was just trying to make conversation. "Telekinesis is my main power," he explained, subconsciously rubbing his right temple with his fingertips. " but I also have heightened senses. Mostly hearing and sight."

He raised his eyebrows, looking down at his sunglasses again before returning his eyes to Stella." Unfortunately, my powers don't get along well. So usually I have to wear these.." He held his sunglasses up a bit to show how dark they were, not that he was showing off.

She said her name was Stella. It was a pretty name, especially with the accent he detected in her voice. "I'm Kem..p"he fumbled, briefly pinching the bridge of his nose. " My name is Kemp, but you can call me Kem." he spoke a little slower, trying to keep his words in order."It's nice to meet you, Stella."

"Hmmm." Stella nodded absorbing the information she was given into her memory so that she could record it at a later date. As Kemp introduced himself, Stella nodded then - taking her hand back as he seemed almost pained at the introduction.

Letting another smile easily slide onto her expression, Stella took a deep breath before speaking once more. "Well, it is indeed a pleasure - but I must be on my way now." Stella did a little wave and nod at Kemp before turning toward the entrance of the school and starting off in a slow jog.

[ooc; End thread.]