Clock Work

by lazura234

It was not a mere accident. I was supposed to head home like all of the other good children, but I saw bad men picking on a dog while leaving with my earnings. I tried to save the dog, but I ended up getting hurt in the process. When I woke up, I found myself surrounded by people. Confused and unsure of what to do. Disclaimer:I moved onto ao3, please check my profile page for more.

13. Lessons to Learn (1)

After being encouraged by Vin, I made my way straight over to the magician. He looked like he was ready to leave the place soon. But I can't give up right now can I?

As put up a brave face, I moved closer to tug on the end of the man's coat.

"Um, excuse me." I started gaining the man's attention. "I want to ask you something."

"What is it little mademoiselle?" Upon a closer inspection, the magician seemed fairly younger than most of the adults I've seen at the orphanage. His dark brown hair was completely different from the warmth emanating from his golden eyes.

"Well." I started off, feeling nervous as I continued to speak to the magician. "I want to ask if I can learn how to become a magician from you?"