Solar Dust

2.

01/10/30

It's been over a week since the incident between Fern, Daisy, and instructor Dawn.

The justice conducted a thorough investigation and found nothing suspicious. Only a bit of dust, which is weird because we aren't allowed dust yet, not until after the trial.

I won't ponder on things I don't know or can change. Since today is a weekend, it's our off day.

Unconsciously my mind wanders to what Makani said " I thought you were shallow and reserved like your mother" 

At the time, it didn't bother me one bit. I was used to the things people said about my mother, so hearing those words was not new to me.

I don't know why I can't shake it; maybe it's the comparison between us, and I never want to be her. Ever.

The days feel like a constant routine of meditation, tea, training, communal lunch, then back to training and finally dinner/resting. Something I won't get used to.

We only have leisurely days once a week, fortunately today is that day.

I wonder if Jilia is still sleeping. As I get up from my bed I hear a weird sound, like something hitting the wall.

I peeked my head out of my room door and it was coming from Jilia's room. Ok gross I thought to myself.

I shut my door loudly, and get ready for the day.
Usually I would wear the tired uniform but today I'm going to wear a white corset top with light wash straight jeans that have white butterflies, and my chunky sneakers. I usually wear white socks, but I couldn't find any so it's mix matched sun and moon socks.

I did two braids and put them back with my hair tie so it was a up and down look. I applied my usual makeup but with lashes, lip liner and my favorite gloss.

I think today I'm going to explore the village, and go to that cute cafe or try out the restaurant by the beach.

I think the only time I find myself happy actually happy, is the off days. When I'm away from The Academy.

Leaving my apartment, and heading towards the iron gates. I feel a chill of wind on my back.

Looking around, and I see Makani. She waves with an awkward smile. I continue on my path, opening the gates and heading towards the village.

I don't know why she thinks just using her wind to get my attention is going to help her or even that smile. Showing off her dimples it's annoying.

Ugh, I can't even have a good day without something reminding me of my mom.

As I'm strolling along I see The Wall, with the mural of Zi the Mother of Pixies. Her bright bejeweled crown on her head of curls, The Justice looks just like her. Stern, and serious.

Xiao her husband holding her hand, smiling and looking at Zi with love and respect. I think they were really made for one another.

It's sad that his sister Xia was jealous and formed the witches out of hatred for them. Maybe it is true, she did want Mother Zi for herself.

I got lost in thought when I was blinded by bright fairy lights that were strung about the buildings, a quiet chatter of people with faint light music.

The Ali Village, named after Ali Mustafa the co-founder of pixie dust and husband of Nour the daughter of Zi.

I wonder if they have Baklava or Qatayef.

I roam around the cute street, looking through the shop windows. Until I see a bakery, when I enter it smells like roasted nuts, and dates.

I ordered some pastries, and a herbal tea. Paying the nice woman, I take a seat next to the fountains.

As I munch on my Baklava and sip my tea, I wonder about the future, my future especially how I am going to do well in the pixie trials if I can't even access my powers.

I haven't bend light, made any refractions or even started a fire. I guess I could stick to my strong suit of basic combat, but what happens when I can't just fight and I need it what then.

" Is that Eliana .. Aurora's daughter?"

I look around for the voice and it was a group of older women. Staring and whispering about me, and my mom.

" yeah I heard her mother kicked out two pixies, because they didn't come from known or well of families"

" oh wow, I knew she didn't want just any one to be in her battalion during the battle against the few"

" shh..she can hear us"

They whispered away into a shop, with stares of judgement.

I couldn't even finish my tea, throwing it away and taking up my paper bag I head towards the beach.

I don't know why, I even do this to myself. Attend  The Academy, and try to see this out.

Finding a big rock to sit on, I watch the waves lap against the sand. The salty sea water and ocean breeze make me feel better. I always enjoyed nature, I wonder why I wasn't a nature fairy or a water fairy. Maybe I wouldn't have to fulfill something I don't want anything apart of.

I get a call, it's AB. I roll my eyes and answer.

" Hello child"

" hi"

" I am coming to The Academy during the prep week for the trials, and I expect you to be ready as well"

" Yes, I will be ready Madre"

" Good, I am only going to say this once do not embarrass me Eliana"

" ok-..."

" I wasn't finished speaking, you will talk when I tell you or allow you too. As I was saying do not embarrass me or you will find yourself in uncomfortable, and unfortunate circumstances. Do I make myself clear?"

" Yes madre"

" That will be all, and next time cover yourself up before you head to the village"

She ended the call.

H-h-how did she know I was at the village. I bring my knees to my chest and hug them for some sense of comfort.

Just like that, my mood and vibe were killed. And it only took one phone call from her.

I cry silently, and let the crash of the waves drown them out.