God, it was so great to be outside. It was like being tortured mercilessly for whatever reason.. they expected him to read and concentrate while it was beautiful out? Of course, he really wanted to learn.. but the more he tried the more hopeless he felt.
While he had no real reason for it, he ended up walking by Hourglass Woods. He knew that at least it would be quiet, and he wouldn't be bothered by anyone who-
The voice surprised him, and he spazzed a bit. "Wha-huh?!" He glanced around looking for the voice, and then blinked at the girl stuck behind. He rubbed the back of his head. "The gate?" He knew he saw a gate opening before.. but of course he wasn't allowed to touch anything.