Q: Are you excited about the start of this upcoming term?

A: Excited? No. Thrilled to watch others fail? Yes. Except those belonging to the same House as me. Failure is not an option. Neither is living if they fail.

Q: What are you looking forward to most, this Academic year?

A: My plans, finally coming to fruition.

Interviewer: “Care to elaborate on that?”

Ethan: “No.”

Q: What’s your focus being at Rebirth Academy?

A: I just answered that.

Interviewer: “No, that was a different question.”

Ethan: “Same answer applies. Next question.”

Q: What do you think about your House Leader?

A: Next question

Interviewer: “You have to answer this one first.” A golden sigil begins tracing up his arm.

Ethan: “I’d love for you to try and make me.”

Interviewer: “Right, next question.”

Q: Describe your best quality.

A: Everything I do is my best quality.

Interviewer: “Ethan, that’s not an answer. Everything about you can’t be perfect. Are you taking this seriously.”

Ethan: “Would you like to see how serious I am?”

Interviewer: “Next question.”

Q: What are three words others may use to describe you?

A: Fair…Understanding…Noteworthy.

Interviewer: “Really, that’s what you think? What about freighting?”

Ethan: “It’s the same thing. Move on.”

Q: What do you do when you’re alone?

A: Practice

Interviewer: “Practice on what?”

Ethan: “The best ways to torture someone. Have you ever heard the cries of a fay after removing each bone from their hands. One by one.” He grins menacingly while staring at the interviewer’s hand.

Interviewer: “Uhhh, can’t say that I have. Let’s proceed on.”

Q: Which Order’s House do you dislike most?

A: House Fire. Or rather a particular individual who resides there.

Q: Is there a fay you’re crushing on?

A: No. The women of this Academy are…Kindless…Yappy…Reckless…Abrasive

Interviewer: “Is this, perhaps, about someone specific?”

Ethan: “My patience is wearing thin. You should proceed while I’m feeling inclined.”

Q: Which fay, in this Academy, would you deem the ‘hottest’?

A: My definition of ‘Hot’ and yours, may have two different meanings.

Interviewer: “Well, who fits ‘Your’ definition.”

Ethan: “It’s pointless mentioning since she doesn’t attend this Academy.”

Interviewer: “But there’s someone you ‘DO’ feel is ‘HOT’?”

Ethan: “I didn’t say that.”

Interviewer: “You just said—”

Ethan: “Next question!”

Q: Thoughts on your Assistant Dean?

A: I have no ill will against her thus far. However, her office door is hideous.

Interviewer: “You are aware our A.D. will see this interview?”

Ethan: “I don’t care.”

Q: If you were to become a God, who would you choose?

A: Who said I’ll be going after just one God?

Q: If you could change any Academy rule, which would it be and why?

A: Out of the many unnecessary rules, I’m inclined to pick, ‘Torturing students who fail or lose a battle’.

Interviewer: “Yeah, that’s not a rule.”

Ethan: “Yet. By the way, didn’t you lose your last battle against Horus?”

Interviewer: “Moving on.”

Q: Describe your perfect evening.

A: Left alone to my own devices. Perhaps someone joining me in said endeavors.

Interviewer: “Care to elaborate?”

Ethan: “It’ll be a waste of time. No one here meets my requirements for said activities.”

Q: Is there anyone you feel is more powerful than you?

A: I wasn’t briefed there’d be jokes during this interview.

Q: Last question. Once the Book of Bonds arrives, what type of mate will you be hoping to bond with?

A: If it’s my choice, because let’s be honest Eros is terrible at his job, someone who’s equally intelligent, powerful, enjoys the best pain that delivers pleasure, stern, keeps secrets, and nice to gaze upon. Unlike the women roaming the halls of this Academy.

Interviewer: “I don’t think anyone here fits that description.”

Ethan: “Exactly. Now we both agree Eros is a terrible God.”

Interviewer: “Wait, I never said—”

Ethan: “We’re done here.”

Q: Are you excited about the start of this upcoming term?

A: There’s one student whom I can’t place a name for. Once I figure that out, this term should go smoothly.

Interviewer: “Is that a yes to being excited then?”

Alex: “No.”

Q: What are you looking forward to most, this Academic year?

A: Helping Kyra with her dilemma and finding the name to this one student.”

Interviewer: “That’s two things, Alex. Which one are looking forward to most?” Alex raises a brow at being asked a second time. “Right, let’s move on.”

Q: What’s your focus being at Rebirth Academy?

A: Completing a prophecy gifted to me by the Gods.

Interviewer: “This sounds interesting, care to elaborate?”

Alex: “No, but rumor has it there’s a student who carries a little brown book. He doesn’t fit the description of anyone here. Not one out of the six thousand. Do you know him?”

Q: What do you think about your House Leader?

A: Next question

Interviewer: “Figured you’d say that. Ethan had the same answer.”

Q: Describe your best quality.

A: I’m very understanding of other’s feelings.

Interviewer: “You sure about that? I once heard you tell a student she’s unfit to become your Eternal Bond. And when she started crying, you told her she’s proving your point.”

Alex: “Yes, I understood her feelings were hurt for not being worthy. To which I offered her proof.”

Interviewer: “Of course you did.”

Q: What are three words others may use to describe you?

A: I care not for what others may speak about me.

Interviewer: “Okay, let’s pretend you do. Can you answer the question please?”

Alex: “Yuna describes me as oblivious, cold-hearted, and blind. Something about not being aware of other’s feelings. I obviously disagree.”

Interviewer: “She might be on to something, but let’s keep going.”

Q: What do you do when you’re alone?

A: Read and sketch if I’m not researching.

Interviewer: “Anything good you’ve read or currently reading?”

Alex: “There’s a book I can’t quite get my head around called, ‘The Meaning behind Her Stare’.”

Interviewer: “Have you caught someone staring at you? A secret admirer maybe?”

Alex: “She stares at a lot of guys. I just don’t know what it means yet.”

Interviewer: “Simple answer, she likes you.”

Alex: “No, that can’t be it. Next question.”

Q: Which Order’s House do you dislike most?

A: House Earth. There’s a guy who intruded on Kyra and Angie. After today, my answer may change.

Q: Is there any fay you’re crushing on?

A: What’s crushing?

Interviewer: “Meaning someone you like.”

Alex: “Like as in?”

Interviewer: “Someone you admire, have feelings for, and so forth.”

Alex: “I feel strongly for a few student’s abilities. Especially here at Rebirth. Some will become extremely powerful, under the right guidance that is.”

Interviewer: “That’s not…Never mind. Next question.”

Q: Which fay, in this Academy, would you deem the ‘hottest’?

A: Marcus

Interviewer: “Wait, you think Marcus is hot? Tell us more.”

Alex: “His fire abilities are inextinguishable. There isn’t a single student in either land who can match its heat.”

Interviewer: Sigh. “Yep, I’m really starting to think this, Yuna, friend of yours is right.”

Q: Thoughts on your Assistant Dean?

A: She’s annoying at times, her office door is ridiculous, and somehow manages to waste my time more often than not. Other than that, she’s adequate.

Interviewer: “You do know she’ll see this?”

Alex: “Is that so? Let me add that Rebecca has not returned the book borrowed from my library, and I’m growing impatient. I’d hate to retrieve it myself.”

Interviewer: “We’ll be deleting that. Next question.”

Q: If you were to become a God, who would you choose?

A: I’ve already chosen.

Interviewer: “Please, enlighten us.”

Alex: “You’re unfit for such knowledge. The Gods have not blessed you to be strong enough for this form of secrecy. Rather you not waste my time on information unbefitting of your ears.”

Interviewer: “You don’t have to be an asshole about it.”

Alex: “You’re proving my point.”

Q: If you could change any Academy rule, which would it be and why?

A: Not being allowed to venture into the mortal realm.

Interviewer: “Why is that?”

Alex: “I require more books.”

Interviewer: “Is that the only reason?”

Alex: “No.”

Q: Describe your perfect evening.

A: Being alone with my books or sketching out a beautiful image. Maybe one day, share that time with another.

Q: Is there anyone you feel is more powerful than you?

A: Did Ethan force you to ask me this? I recognize his sigil placed on your arm.

Interviewer: “No, that’s from something else. By the way, can you get him to remove it?”

Alex: “I’m sure you’ll do just fine with one arm. Next.”

Q: Last question. Once the Book of Bonds arrives, what type of mate will you be hoping to bond with?

A: Eros will provide me with the fay I’ve chosen. Anyone else will not meet my standards. And if the God delivers anything other, a vacant spot shall arise amongst his kind.

Q: Are you excited about the start of this upcoming term?

A: This term has already delivered what will become, if not already, one of the best years at this Academy. I’m beyond excited.

Q: What are you looking forward to most, this Academic year?

A: Where do I start? Getting to know this mesmeric woman. Introducing her to my mother and being around her more. Seeing how powerful I’ll become. And learning more about mortals.

Interviewer: “Uh okay. Let’s focus on the last one. Why the mortal thing?”

Horus: “Because she’s from the mortal realm.”

Interviewer: “Of course that’s your answer. Moving on.”

Q: What’s your focus being at Rebirth Academy?

A: Other than becoming a God, something new was added to my focus.

Interviewer: “I’m sure we all know what that is.”

Q: What do you think about your House Leader?

A: An asshole. My buddy can contest to this observation. Let’s just say, he has more in common with them being an asshole than I care to share.

Q: Describe your best quality.

A: If I have to choose, I’ll say my tattoos.

Interviewer: “Why not your dimples? From what I’ve heard, the women here go crazy over them. It’s rumored they have an alluring pull.”

Horus: “Because no one here has experienced what these tattoos in certain places can do.” He flashes a widening grin, showcasing those deep-set dimples, and the interviewer begins blushing.

Interviewer: “Let’s keep going.”

Q: What are three words others may use to describe you?

A: Charming, attentive, and mysterious.

Q: What do you do when you’re alone?

A: I’ll say it involves things even the Gods will find shocking.

Interviewer: “I’m sure the ladies want to know more.”

Horus: “I’d rather not. The last one who attempted joining me, lost her mind. I don’t want a repeated outcome.”

Q: Which Order’s House do you dislike most?

A: Death. Every last one of them are assholes. Especially their leader.

Interviewer: “You know he might see this?”

Horus: “Am I supposed to care?”

Q: Is there any fay you’re crushing on?

A: Yes, but I’m not saying. Less suitors to contend with.

Q: Which fay, in this Academy, would you deem the ‘hottest’?

A: You mean besides me? Horus flashes his dimples, and the interviewer adjusts the tie around his neck. Red flushing into his cheeks. Just kidding. The hottest here wouldn’t be considered a fay.

Interviewer: “Will that individual be Kyra?” Horus smile shifts into a more mischievous one.

Horus: “Next question.”

Q: Thoughts on your Assistant Dean?

A: She’s interesting, but I’ve only dealt with her a few times. Highly sought after by some of the guys trying to bed her. Oh, have you seen her door? What the hell is up with that thing?

Q: If you were to become a God, who would you choose?

A: I’ve chosen already, and he’s well aware I’m coming for him. I’ll say nothing more.

Q: If you could change any Academy rule, which would it be and why?

A: This damn uniform. Do you know, years ago, students here would prance around nude? So long as their House’s emblem was visible.

Q: Describe your perfect evening.

A: Enjoying a night filled with making a special someone smile. Whatever she wants to do, as long as I’m able to witness her being happy in the truest form.

Q: Is there anyone you feel is more powerful than you?

A: Nope, but I enjoy others thinking they are. Come the fourth year, I’ll introduce my magic’s true nature.

Q: Last question. Once the Book of Bonds arrives, what type of mate will you be hoping to bond with?

A: I don’t require a book to decide for me, I’ve already chosen. She’s simply unaware…for now. Speaking of, I’m getting a whiff of that intoxicating fragrance. She just woke up, I have to go.

Q: Are you excited about the start of this upcoming term?

A: No. The last thing I want to deal with is horny students trying to fuck all over my classroom.

Q: What are you looking forward to most, this Academic year?

A: Marcus’s face when he realizes the new changes. Amongst other things.

Q: What’s your focus being at Rebirth Academy?

A: It’s difficult focusing when you never have a moment of peace. But to answer your question, I’d rather not answer that question. I’ll keep our thoughts to myself.

Q: What do you think about your House Leader?

A: He’s a fiery one, with an attitude of a dragon, and an even bigger ego. Adorable.

Interviewer: “He might see this.”

Caspian: “Did I say adorable. I mean cute.”

Q: Describe your best quality.

A: I wouldn’t say best, more like my favorite. I’ll go with my piercings.

Interviewer: “Uh, what piercings? You don’t have—”

Caspian: “Not your concern. The question is answered. Move on.”

Q: What are three words others may use to describe you?

A: Quiet. That’s all I got.

Interviewer: “Some would say, you’re one of the hottest guys at Rebirth.”

Caspian: “They do more than just say it.”

Interviewer: “Meaning?”

Caspian: “Next question.”

Q: What do you do when you’re alone?

A: I enjoy giving Nuru Massages. It’s been many moons since I’ve done one. Especially after the last encounter.

Interviewer: “What is a Nuru Massage?”

Caspian: “Next.”

Q: Which Order’s House do you dislike most?

A: House Death. The leader there tempts me to go against the Gods every rising sun.

Q: Is there a fay you’re crushing on?

A: I don’t do crushes. Either your mine or you’re not. And she will be mine. Let’s continue.

Q: Which fay, in this Academy, would you deem the ‘hottest’?

A: Next question.

Interviewer: “Come on, Caspian, give us a hint. I’m sure there’s plenty of women who’s dying to receive your compliments.”

Caspian: “I have an inkling, the one I deem ‘the hottest’, won’t take kind to your response. For your sake, we should continue.”

Q: Thoughts on your Assistant Dean?

A: More of a message for her. I know that’s you sending pictures of your feet with elegant panties around your ankles. That won’t win you any favors, so stop.

Interviewer: “How can you divulge this information but negate anything about your crush?”

Caspian: “You’re telling me she hasn’t sent you any? Shame. That says a lot.”

Interviewer: “What do you mean?”

Caspian: “Next.”

Q: If you were to become a God, who would you choose?

A: Why become a God when you can do, and be, so much more. Caspian’s features darken.

Interviewer: “That doesn’t sound good.”

Caspian: “No need to be afraid. Yet.”

Q: If you could change any Academy rule, which would it be and why?

A: Earth fays, using their abilities to walk through walls. If I witness one more student standing nude in my living area, asking if I’m their Eternal, Eros won’t be meeting his desired quota.

Interviewer: “So, you’re telling us you don’t enjoy waking up to sexy women lusting after you? What male wouldn’t?”

Caspian: “Obviously, you lack a desirable feature to be this excited about something so…trivial.” Just then, Caspian’s leer becomes primal, sneering towards the interviewer. “I don’t particularly enjoy being called an asshole.”

Interviewer: “I never said you were an—”

Caspian: “Next. Question.”

Q: Describe your perfect evening.

A: I don’t have one. He shrugs. Anything involving not being around others.

Interviewer: “That’s lonely.”

Caspian: “No, it’s normal.”

Q: Is there anyone you feel is more powerful than you?

A: I only have one equal.

Interviewer: “Who might that be? Alex, Ethan, Horus, or is it someone else? Maybe a higher year student?”

Caspian: “I was told before coming in here you’ll have jokes. I’m not amused.”

Q: Last question. Once the Book of Bonds arrives, what type of mate will you be hoping to bond with?

A: The one I’m already bonded to.