Damien's Point of View
I looked up when I heard footsteps approaching. We were all eating spaghetti in the dining hall, and I was sitting with the Twins, Stevie Rae and Zoey. I saw Neferet coming to talk to us. She was being followed by a fledgling I've never seen before. Despite the fact that I am gay, Neferet never ceased to amaze me with her beauty. Her long, auburn hair was pulled into a gentle, ponytail. Her moss green eyes were filled with the warmth and love a mother has. She greeted us politely then beckoned the fledgling to come forward. When I saw him clearly, I thought my heart would stop beating. He was so handsome. He had tousled, sandy blonde hair and blue eyes. I was day-dreaming about me and him together, when Neferet interrupted me.
"Zoey, I thought I should introduce you to our newest fledgling, Jack Twist. Jack Twist, this is Zoey Redbird. Zoey is the leader of the Dark Daughters and Sons."
Jack smiled shyly and waved.
"Hello, Jack. These are my friends; Shaunee Cole, Erin Bates, Stevie Rae Johnson and Damien Maslin. It's nice to meet you."
Neferet smiled with much warmth before asking, "Damien, would you please show Jack around the House of Night and help him out with his room and such? Loren Blake is Jack's mentor but, as you are aware, Loren Blake is currently away from school. Erik Night is his roommate but he is away also, so it would be a delight if you could help Jack until they get back."
"I'd be happy to help, Neferet." I replied, while quietly celebrating. I turned away from Neferet and towards Jack, planting a friendly smile on my face. "Jack, follow me and we'll get you something to eat."
I rose from my chair and walked across the room, Jack trailing behind me. I grabbed a bowl and passed it to Jack. "Here we go, now grab some spaghetti and come sit with us." I waited while Jack filled his bowl and then we slowly walked back across the dining hall.
"What's that table in the middle for?" Jack asked shyly.
"Oh, that's the ceremonial table for our Goddess, Nyx. That's all the food and drink we give her. It seems strange at first, but you'll get used to it."
They arrived at the table and I slid over to make room for Jack. When we had both finished our meals, we rose from our seats, dumped the bowls and exited the dining hall out into the cool, winter night.
