I gathered my books and stuffed them in my backpack before leaving my room, running late because Oliver had stayed over a bit too long last night. We talked for a long while and made love and laid in bed together. He was serious as to how the guys compared in the lovemaking department. Of course, he wanted me to say he was the best, but I didn't say that. I told him they were all equal and always would be. He rolled his eyes but didn't bring it up again. The hallway was noticeably quiet. Students were either in classes or training. Headmaster Eliphas had made it a point to increase the number of training hours this semester. The poisoning hex had done a number on the student population, and morale was low. Several students were talking about leaving the academy, though most were afraid o