A low chuckle rumbled in Boli's chest as he moved toward the pale dusty chalkboard. He placed a large hand on the slab before pulling away and examining the fine residue that had deposited itself on his fingers. He looked at it curiously for a moment before carefully wiping it on the front of his white shirt. It may have seemed unnecessarily delicate but a button at his chest had already given in and popped off, it was best not to risk any sudden movements.<br/><br/><span style="font-style: italic"><br/>"To see a World in a Grain of Sand <br/>And a Heaven in a Wild Flower <br/>Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand <br/>And Eternity in an hour<br/>A Robin Red breast in a Cage <br/>Puts all Heaven in a Rage "</span><br/><br/>He paused for a moment, staring intently at the mark his palm left on the board.<br/><br/>"This world... is endlessly fascinating," he spoke with awe in his tone as if a chalkboard was the most beautiful artwork he'd ever witnessed "Ever since that flash. flicker. Flame. I have loved every action. Every terrible act, every foolish decision. I can do nothing but marvel at what has become and what will be,"<br/><br/>He turned to look at Rune, his face had taken on a prideful smile as he looked at the man "I am glad that you are here. For too long, I have been asleep: Aware, but not awake. I have felt the shifts... but you" he paused for a moment as his mind seemed to play tug-of-war with his emotional state. It settled on a calm almost secretive excitement.<br/><br/>"You have experienced this world," he took slow deliberate steps back toward Rune, exuding a sort of child-like joy as he kneeled down and looked directly into his eyes.<br/><br/>"I would like- if maybe-..."<br/><br/>A bell rang, signifying the end of the hour. Boli's class began soon. He stood, his eyes never leaving Rune as he pondered his next course of action. It was as if a switch had been flipped in his mind.<br/><br/>"Would you possibly help me find room 122? I think I would like to hold class outside today."<br/>__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________<br/><br/>As Lee put some distance between him and the twins, his mind started to light up again, the world ceased its hyper-focused view and the unpleasant smell of electricity was replaced by the usual stink of non-human. A buzzing in his left pocket brought a flicker of irritation to Lee's face. He slipped the phone from his pocket, answered the call and brought it to his ear in one motion. A tired look flickered over his features as a familiar voice addressed him with mock interest.<br/><br/>"So, how's the day? Not 'bout to kill nobody yet, right?" his crackly voice was irritating but strangely comforting. Lee felt himself relax.<br/><br/>"Wouldn't mind if this place went up in flames. Shame it wouldn't kill half of these fuckers," Lee said flatly as he leaned his shoulder against the wall and slipped his free hand into the back pocket of his black jeans.<br/><br/>"Ay man, don't set too much on fire. Kingpin Ito might not be too happy," Lee's face twitched in irritation.<br/><br/>"... How many eyes he got on me?"<br/><br/>Jorji was quiet for a long time before clearing his throat and beginning to report as if he were reading "Lesley Ito.  Current position: Corridor C, thirty meters from cafeteria door, leaning against- standing next to- leaning- standing-"<br/><br/>"Are you fucking serious!?" Lee said in a hushed voice.<br/><br/>"Just be careful, kid. I can only help you out so much."<br/><br/>"Alright" Lee said, his tone defeated and resigned "I'll cool off, but... y'know that-"<br/><br/>"I know, kid, I know, just be strong okay?"<br/><br/>Lee hung up and placed the phone in his pocket, his trembling hands made it difficult but he managed before strolling toward the bathroom. He just needed a splash of water on his face, a look in the mirror, some time alone. He stopped just short of walking in when he saw two-face leaning over the faucet. Never before this moment had he felt any sort of reaction when he saw the kid... but now his body screamed. Lee's muscles clenched and the room became  bright and lucid. A dark shadow emanated from the boy and held a perverse malicious aura. It was like another person altogether. Lee immediately turned to leave. He walked. He didn't care where he was going he just couldn't be here or near any of these abominations. He managed to find his way into an empty hallway. He slammed the door behind him, not caring to find a light switch and slid down against the door. He held his head in his hands as his pulse beat in his throat. Something told him 'being strong' was going to be much harder than he thought.