Life at school went on as usual. The girls attended magic class, normal classes, and history, shared lunch together, and often spent their free time wandering the halls or lounging in the courtyard before heading back to their shared house.
But one day.
A sharp, agonizing scream echoed through the house. The cry was so raw, so pained, that every girl froze where she stood before bolting toward the source. In moments, they were all gathered at Elena's door.
Inside, Elena writhed on her bed, clawing at the sheets as though tearing them would lessen the pain. Her red eyes were swollen from crying, her fangs occasionally peeking out as she hissed through clenched teeth. Sweat dampened her hair, plastering it to her pale face.
Aurianna lingered at the door, her hand on the frame, unsure if she should even step in. Her white eyes flickered nervously at the sight. "W-what's wrong with her?" she asked, her voice uncertain.
