Chapter 10-1

When we got to class, I realized we still had fifteen minutes until the lesson started. I do not know if Darkie had any real eyes but it looked like it was looking around the room from its perch on my left shoulder. I guess that the Darkie must really like me more than Bram since I has not left my side at all. Bruce walked over to me as I sat down next to Joy.

"I can tell that you almost bled out, what the fuck happened?"

Everyone that knew Bruce stared at him with shock because he does not cuss at all. He grabbed my head and I felt energy entering me. I could feel the wounds closing and the blood slowly reentered my body. He took the 'bandage' off my head and tossed it to Bram. I watched as Bram tried his best not to smell my blood on the 'bandage' as he tossed it in the trash. He wobbled in place as soon as he was done and I gave him a little bit of energy so he would not collapse.

"Tell me what the fuck happened to you?"

"It was an accident!"

Everyone in our group raised their eyebrow at me. Darkie made a series of noises that cause Bram to look wide-eyed at me.

"Nova did that to you!"

"Yes and no, how the heck did you figure it out?" Darkie rubbed its 'head' against my cheek as an answer. "We were talking and I accidentally scratched him, then he tossed me to the table. It's fine!"

I watched as Flo got up and started to walk out of the class right as the teachers walked in.

"Ms. Oakleaf, please sit down in your se-," The redhead teacher said right before she growled at him.

I noticed that the blond teacher said nothing to my sister as she walked away. I think that he is either brave or stupid because she can bite hard.

"Welcome class to Magic Class. Yes, some of you were in this exact class last year but due to the fact that there are not enough young mages for more classes," Mr. Harker said to us as he walked back and forth.

I forgot how hyperactive Bram's Dad was like compared to Bram. The blond teacher grabbed his shirt to get him to stop moving around. It was a good thing because I was starting to get dizzy from watching him.

"As my colleague forgot to mention, I am Professor Sage and he is Professor Harker," the blond teacher said in a quiet voice.

Bram sank deeper into his seat as I saw everyone staring at him.

"No way am I having a class taught by a vampire!" One kid stood up from his chair.

I reached out and grabbed Bram's hand as the rest of the first years started yelling.

"QUIET! SIT DOWN RIGHT NOW!" Professor Harker yelled and everyone listened, "Yes, Bram is a vampire, and yes, he is my son. But I am not a vampire and if I hear any more hate, you can deal with your magic on your own."

The whole class stayed quiet from that because we all know what happens to a mage with untamed magic. They can die, may it be from their own magic or from any city officer. If a mage tries to suppress their magic, it can fight to come out. I remember the fear my family had about Flo's magic, but thanks to Bruce and her new charm, her magic is manageable.

"First, I want to say that my magic is based around the Spiritual, to those who don't know what that means, it's that I can summon the spirits of dead people or things and speak to them. Professor Sage's magic is based around the fey, which means he can see beyond what most can see and talk to the elemental sprites, like the darkness one sitting on Mr. Snowpelt's shoulder."

I looked at Darkie and it made a purring noise.

"Now, I want everyone to introduce themselves with name and best known part of their magic ability. Starting with this seat." Professor Sage said as he pointed to Bruce's Chair.

"My name is Bruce Wayland and my magic is healing and protection."

I had to swallow my fear because I was next one to talk.

"My name is Ash Snowpelt and my magic is that I can shift into a bear form, and I can take and give energy."

I mouthed 'good luck' to Bram as he took a quick deep breath.

"My name is Bram Harker, and my magic is shadows," we heard the whispers, "yes, I'm a vampire, I don't need any reminders about that. All I need to do is look in a mirror."

"My name is Joy Ravenwing," she moved her curly hair out of her face as she looked behind to the rest of the class; "my magic is doll control and illusions."

I could smell the fear in the air when she said that. Joy's roommate was the next one to stand up. She had orange-yellow hair that reminded of a candle with her pale skin. Her eyes were deep blue that reminded me of a young bird's with their large size.

"My name is Kira Phoenix and my magic is fire based but I haven't fully figured out all that I can do with it yet."

Apparently, very few of the class had a focus on their magical abilities.

"To start off this new school year, can someone tell me if all werebeasts can change into the full bestial form and why?" Professor Sage asked us.

"Mr. Charm! Please tell us your answer!" Bram's father pointed out someone and I had to turn in my chair to see him.

I remember him from the first day here, and that he was from the Spirit hall. The yellow color of his eyes, and the silver in his hair surprised me. I could not help staring at how jewel-like the color of his eyes were.

"I prefer to go by just Remus," I saw the two professors write something down before he continued, "no, only about half of the werebeast population can change into the full form, and only about a quarter of the half-weres can change. The only ones that almost all of them can shift forms are the werewolves."

I did not know that, I guess I am rare then. That could explain why I have never seen Nova or Viktor change form.

"May I ask how you knew that?" Professor Sage asked.

I watched him looked around the room, with predator's eyes. It sent a shiver up my spine when he passed over me.

"I know the odds because I'm a half werewolf that can change but shows no features before."

I guess my village was not the only one to hide half-breeds. However, Remus must be lucky; he can hide better with the humans than me.

"That will be our first lesson! Anyone who can perfectly change forms please come to the front! Those that cannot, please stand in the back with Professor Sage."