They stepped into the cafeteria to find it half full, mostly with students trying to make the most of their free day.
The morning light streamed through the large glass windows, glinting off trays and the ever-present enchantments keeping the food warm.
The three of them grabbed their meals, with Noah collecting the usual Stone-tier fare, along with the spiced tea that had been added to the package today.
Arlo, on the other hand, paid to get more food, heaping his plate like a man preparing for war.
Juniper, unsurprisingly, chose dainty portions from the Gold-tier section with elegance, though she still scowled at the food options before sitting down.
They sat at their usual spot near the windows. Juniper took the spot right beside Noah, sitting close enough that her shoulder brushed his. Arlo dropped across from them with a thud, immediately beginning to shovel food into his mouth like he hadn't eaten in days.
