Tenacious Sky

Only the intimidating silver gates of the prestigious Preston Hills Academy stood between me and my dreams now. Everything about the school screamed luxury. The brick walls surrounding the school were neatly in place, imposing on anyone who dared to enter. The grass inside the gate was that to rival a top country club. Each lush, green grass blade the same short length as the one next to it. Even the sun seemed brighter over the school. I took a deep breath as I stared at the gates. I'd already come this far. There was no turning back now.

"Can I help you?" An elderly security guard asked as he approached me from the guard house. I smiled and nodded.

"I'm a transfer student. Today is my first day," I explained as I pulled out my transfer paperwork. He looked it over carefully before ushering me to a gate door beside the gates that blocked the road.

"Take this up the hill to the main building. Inside there are signs to get to the front office. They can help you in there," he instructed. I thanked him before I dragged my suitcase behind me and started the long walk up the hill.

I reached the main building and found the front office. After my paperwork was settled, I was issued a school ID, meal card, and class schedule.

"And this will be your homeroom teacher, Mr. Weathers," the office secretary explained, pointing out a young-looking man with short brown hair and a strong build. He turned his head at hearing his name and smiled at me as he held out a hand.

"Everyone calls me Jason. Even the students," he introduced himself. I stood and shook his outstretched hand.

or Sky," I introduced

room, and then you can come to class with me," he offered. I

Sky?" Jason asked, making light

in

nodded as a wide grin broke out

answered excitedly. We came to the first dorm building

As if I didn't already know. That was my whole reason for being here. We went up the elevator to the second floor as he explained the different amenities provided in the dorms. Apparently there was a lounge, snack hall, study hall, and laundry rooms inside the dorm building alone. We stopped at room 210 where he used my key to open the door. Based on the personal items inside, I could tell someone already lived here. I was hoping I wouldn't have a roommate, but it was an empty

you a uniform so you can head to class

the mail before coming. Just give me a minute to change," I

side leading up to what looked like a closed off loft with a window.

the lounge. I held an easy conversation with him

boys! Find your seats. We have a new student joining us today. He's from Colorado. His sport is fencing. Sky, introduce yourself to the class," Jason said,