𝕯𝖗𝖊𝖆𝖒𝖘 𝖔𝖋 𝕷𝖔𝖛𝖊

Chapter 7

As the days went on, Linn's nightmares grew worse, leaving her exhausted and on edge. She started to withdraw from the world, spending more time in her dorm room and less time with Lesso.   One evening, after dinner, she sneaked into the School of Good, and while exploring the brightly lit halls, she found herself in a piece with a grand piano 

The piano was a magnificent instrument, its polished wood gleaming in the soft light. Linn couldn't resist the urge to play, so she sat down on the bench and let her fingers dance across the keys. She started with a simple melody, but soon she was lost in the music, pouring all of her emotions into the notes.

She was so absorbed in her playing that she didn't even hear the door open. It was only when a voice spoke up behind her that she realized she wasn't alone.

"That was lovely," Professor Dovey said, her voice soft and kind. "I didn't know you played the piano, Linn."

Linn looked up and saw the gentle smile on the professor's face. "Thank you," she said, feeling a flicker of pride in her chest. "I've been playing since I was a kid." 

They chatted for a few minutes about Linn's experience at the School of Evil and how she was adjusting to life there. Dovey could sense that something was troubling Linn, but she didn't push. Instead, she offered her some words of encouragement and a sympathetic ear.

"You know, there's something about your playing that feels... sad," Professor Dovey said after a while. "Is everything okay?"

Linn hesitated for a moment, then nodded. "I've just been going through some stuff," she said quietly. "But I'll be okay." 

 A while later , Dovey spoke up. "What's wrong, Linn? You seem distant lately."

Linn hesitated for a moment before answering. She wasn't sure if she wanted to confide in Dovey, but something about the kind-hearted dean made her feel safe. "I've been having these nightmares," she finally admitted. "They're getting worse, and I don't know how to make them stop."

Dovey listened attentively, her expression sympathetic. "I'm sorry to hear that," she said softly. "Have you talked to Lady Lesso about this?"

Linn shook her head. "Yed i did but I don't want to worry her."

Dovey smiled reassuringly. "You won't  worry her , Linn. Lady Lesso cares about you and wants to help. She won't be angry with you for seeking help."

Linn felt relieved that she had someone to talk to about her troubles. However, she was concerned that Lady Lesso might not understand her need for solace in the School of Good. She asked Dovey to keep her piano playing a secret, fearing she might get in trouble.Dovey smiled warmly at Linn. "Don't worry, your secret is safe with me. Just remember, Linn, no matter how dark things may seem, there is always a light to guide you."

As Linn left the music room, she felt a sense of relief wash over her. She knew that her nightmares wouldn't disappear overnight, but talking to someone about them had helped ease her mind. She felt a renewed sense of hope that she could overcome this, with the help of those aroud her

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Linn made her way through the dimly lit corridors of the School of Evil, lost in thought as she replayed her recent conversation with Professor Dovey in her mind. The atmosphere around her mirrored her mood, dark and foreboding, as she quickened her pace, feeling a growing sense of unease. The flickering torches that lined the walls cast eerie shadows that danced around her, adding to her discomfort.As she approached her dormitory, she heard muffled voices coming from inside, causing her heart to race with apprehension. She pushed the door open cautiously, preparing herself for the worst.To her surprise, she found Lady Lesso sitting on the balcony of her room. "Hey, you didn't come to my office, and I thought I'd find you here. Don't worry, I just got here a few minutes ago," Lesso said, looking up as Linn entered.Linn relaxed at the sight of her mentor and approached her hesitantly. "Hey," she said, trying to steady her breathing. "How have you been?"Lesso smiled reassuringly. "I've been good. But more importantly, how are you doing with your nightmares?"Linn sighed heavily, her expression revealing the toll that her nightmares had taken on her. "They suck, you know. I can't even get a proper night's sleep anymore."Lesso nodded in understanding. "I've been there before when I was a student too. Vivid dreams are not to be taken lightly; they may be a signal of something deeper.""You mean like a prophetic dream?" Linn asked, her interest piqued."Kind of, yeah," Lesso replied. "Don't bother yourself too much with it, though. We can research it together tomorrow if you want."Linn felt a sense of relief wash over her at the thought of having Lesso's support. "Thank you, Lesso," she said, grateful for her mentor's guidance."No problem, my little troublemaker," Lesso said with a smirk. "Speaking of trouble, Manley is losing his mind with you. He came to my office today with a ton of complaints, saying that you don't show up for his class, and when you do, all you do is cause trouble. Care to explain, Miss Morningstar?"Linn rolled her eyes, a small smile playing at the corners of her mouth. "Pff, come on, we're evil. That's what we do."The two of them burst out laughing, and Linn felt a sense of confort with her . "You know, Lesso," she said after their laughter died down, "I don't believe that anyone is pure evil or pure good.""And why is that?" Lesso asked, intrigued by Linn's statement."People pretend to be good or evil, and you'll never know what their true intentions are," Linn explained, pausing for a moment before continuing. "Or maybe it's just how people judge them to be."Lesso nodded thoughtfully. "Well, I think I agree with you on that one," she said, a hint of surprise in her voice. "Wait, did I just agree with you?"

."HAHA, You did ,oh dear you always agree with me  " 

They shared a moment of silence before Lesso broke it with a   question. "Who are you?"

Linn replied quietly, "I'm nobody".