Ember

Chapter 1

Leena stood looking at the large grey building that would be her home for the next few years until she graduated. It stood tall and proud, and had an almost unearthly feel to it. Large grey gargoyles stood perched on the roof, their eyes vicious and mean. Leena dragged her foot along the ground, tracing a pattern in the mud. Her favourite Combat boots, were now caked with dirt, however that didn't matter much as they were already scuffed and torn from continuous usage. 

The doors swung open and a beautiful woman glided down the steps. She was dressed elegantly, in a grey fitted suit that hugged her curves perfectly. Her honey blonde hair was twisted up into a bun, and delicate curls framed her face. Leena inwardly cringed, as she took in her own attire. She wore grey jean that should have been possibly thrown out long ago, a white camisole clung to her petite frame but her figure was masked by a large grey bomber jacket. Her fiery red hair, now fell to the side protruding from all directions due to the five hour plane ride. Overall she felt inferior toward the  sophisticated woman standing before her. 

"Hello you must be Leena Day" the woman said as she extended her hand. Her voice to was that of something you could envy, throaty and breathless something many guys desired. Leena mumbled a quick hello, before averting her eyes back down toward the ground.

The Woman didn't seem to notice Leena discomfort, as she continued to smile down at her. "Well Im Mrs Down, and I'll be year headmistress, while your here for the next two year". 

Mrs Down then waved her hand as she ascended the stairs, Leena took it as she was meant to follow. 

Swinging her duffel bag over her shoulder, Lenna began maneuvering up the stairs, toward the large Oak door. However she did not realize that this simple movement would change her life forever.