LUMIX CLUB

3x05

After all the excitement, there was a short break. Everyone went and got something to eat.

"That was amazing. And the way the dragons flew was so awesome," Hannah said as Roy chuckled." I'm glad you girls enjoyed the show," he said as they went to get something to eat.

They strolled towards the refreshment area, their laughter echoing in the corridor.

As they settled at a table laden with snacks and drinks, Aria's gaze drifted across the room and landed on Riven, who sat alone, lost in thought. Concern gnawed at her, prompting her to approach him.

"Hey, Riven, mind if I join you?" she asked softly, taking a seat beside him.

Riven looked up, surprised but welcoming. "Sure, Aria. What's up?"

Aria studied him for a moment, noticing the tension in his posture. "You seem a bit preoccupied. Everything okay?"

"Yeah, it's just everyone is still not over here what I did last year," he confessed, his voice filled with remorse. She looked at him, her brows furrowed in confusion. "What do you mean?" she asked, her curiosity piqued.

Taking a deep breath, he began to explain, "Last year, I was kind of working with the Trix. I gave them information that led to Bloom getting her powers taken away." Aria's eyes widened in shock, unable to comprehend his actions.

"Let me guess, nobody wants to hang around that type of person?" she questioned, her voice tinged with sympathy. He nodded, a heavy weight of guilt settling upon his shoulders.

"But you're here now, which means you've turned to the right side," Aria stated, her voice filled with hope. Riven shrugged, a mix of regret and acceptance evident in his expression.

"I do extra work around the school as a punishment," Riven admitted, his voice filled with remorse. He hoped that by taking on these additional responsibilities, he could somehow make amends for his past mistakes.

As he confessed his actions to her, Riven anxiously awaited her response. He knew he had let others down in the past, and he desperately wanted to prove that he could change.

Her eyes softened as she listened to his words, and a gentle smile graced her lips. "As long as you are making up for your mistake, then nothing else matters," she reassured him, her voice filled with understanding and compassion.

Riven nodded, grateful for her support. Her words offered a glimmer of hope, but deep down, he still harbored doubts. Could he truly redeem himself? Would his efforts be enough to mend the broken trust?

"Are you participating in the show?" She asked and Riven nodded, though his eyes betrayed a hint of nervousness. "Yeah, It's the least thing I can do, the teachers can't deny that I do have potential."

Aria grinned at him. "I hope everything goes well for you," she said. Riven smiled back and gave a nod. He was about to respond when they heard someone calling Aria's name. They both turned to see Stella walking towards them. Observing everyone else making their way back inside, they realized the show was about to start. "It was lovely seeing you again, Riven," Aria mentioned as she rose from her seat.

"You too," he uttered as he rose from his seat and left. Aria and Stella located the girls and settled down beside them. They arrived just in time to witness Sky and Riven locked in a duel. They watched as Sky charged towards Riven with his sword in hand. Riven leaped back, dodging him, then threw a gadget at Sky that emitted gas, causing Sky to be momentarily blinded.

Springing up from the gas, Sky smoothly landed on his feet, ready for combat. Swords clashed as he and Riven sparred, each striving for victory. In a strategic move, Sky managed to trip Riven, causing him to lose his balance and fall to the ground.