Ethan arrived at the dorm, noting the quiet surroundings. None of the girls were outside, so he quietly made his way inside, heading down the hallway until he reached his room. He pushed the door open gently.
"Who's there?" Crystal's voice called out, and she turned around just as Ethan stepped through the doorway.
"Ethan!" she shouted, leaping off the bed and rushing toward him, wrapping her arms around him tightly. Her excitement sparked movement from the others as Isabella and Hannah quickly followed suit, jumping from their beds to join the embrace.
"Where have you been?" Isabella asked breathlessly once they finally pulled away from the group hug.
Ethan smiled "I've been resting and recovering somewhere quiet in the academy. How have you girls been?"
"We've missed you," Hannah said, with a large smile on her face.
"I've missed you too," Crystal added, her eyes sparkling.