Was it just her, or had the air... shifted? It had gone from light and playful to something else. Something she didn't quite have a name for. Her cheeks warmed, delighted that Effie seemed to have enjoyed their study sessions just as much as she had. Did this mean they were friends now? She hoped so. Spending more time with Miss Clarke sounded like something she would want to do. Frequently.

Ignoring the fluttering in her stomach, she asked curiously, "The assignment?" Did she mean she'd miss this particular essay? Or.. studying together? Maybe she didn't realize Effie was open to meeting without classwork?