Mulan sat in her favorite section in the library. The back corner had a few comfortable armchairs, which made studying better. More importantly, it was quiet. She could be alone to think. As Mulan worked through her biology homework, she heard steady footsteps coming toward her. She looked up to see a beautiful girl with auburn hair and blue eyes. She smiled. "Hello Aurora"
"Hey Mulan," the girl replied, yawning. "How's it going?"
"I'm fine. Are you feeling ok? You seem really tired." Aurora was in several honors classes, and as a result pulled more all-nighters than should be legal. Mulan was concerned about her friend.
"Oh, I'm fine. Sorry to distract you."
"It's no problem. Sit down." Mulan gestured to the chair next to her. As much as Mulan liked being alone, seeing Aurora was the happiest part of her day.
"Ok" Aurora curled up in the big armchair. Her eyes drooping shut, she muttered "Do me a favor and wake me when the bell rings." Mulan chuckled and nodded. Aurora smiled and fell asleep. Returning to her biology work, Mulan couldn't help but be happy. She loved spending time with Aurora. There was something different about her, something special. It was nice to have the company while she was working, even though that company was fast asleep. Mulan glanced at her sleeping companion. Aurora looked so peaceful in her sleep. Strands of hair fell over her face. Mulan smiled. A librarian walked by.
"Is she ok?" she asked, gesturing to Aurora. Mulan nodded. The librarian smiled and continued on her way.
The bell rang. Mulan packed her bag and shook Aurora's shoulder. She stirred, blearily opening her eyes. Aurora smiled at her friend, who grinned in return. They stood up and headed for the door. Aurora stopped abruptly. Mulan followed her friend's line of sight. There, standing in a group of friends, was Philip. He and Aurora had recently broken up. Aurora hadn't really talked much about it, but Mulan could tell that it had been hard on her. She touched Aurora's hand. "Are you alright?"
Aurora was broken from her trance and smiled weakly. "Yeah, I'll be fine. Let's go."