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His answered surprised Danielle. At first glance, Landon didn't seem he would be so into horses. When it came to him though, she never knew what could come out of his mouth. They hadn't know each other that long, but she already knew to not expect anything. He seemed to be a box full of surprises, but that was okay with her. She always loved surprises. She stared blankly at him when he asked if she knew how to get to her parlor. "Maybe... He led her out of the stall and she waved to Dusty. They walked through the school halls. The hallways were silent and Danielle smiled at how quiet it was. "Well, there's always next time. Try not to bore me so much tomorrow, will you?" She smiled and in no time they were at her house. Landon gave her instructions to meet here after breakfast and she nodded. "Yes sir. Her smiled never faltered. "Goodnight to you too. See you then." She laughed when he waved and she waved back. She turned and entered the parlor of the RoseWood House.

A few people stopped talking and looked to see who had entered. They smiled and greeted her, even though they didn't know who she was. Danielle smiled and said hello back. She stood in the corner, listening to the conversations going on. Soon enough Claire came up to her with another girl. The girl smiled at Danielle and introduced herself as Anderson. "Anderson?" Anderson nodded her head. "Yeah, that's what my parents named me. It's lame and sounds like a last name, so I go by Andy. I don't know why, but I like it. It's different. Props to them, but boo for me. Danielle laughed. "I'd love to stay and chat, but I'm really tired. Sorry, but is it okay if I catch up with you guys tomorrow at breakfast or something?" Claire stepped in and spoke for the both of them. "Yeah, that's fine. Where were you tonight though? The RoseWood house likes to come home early the first night to get to know everyone. I guess no one told you." "I was out exploring but--" Danielle felt bad missing it, and Claire must have been able to tell. "Hey, don't worry about it. It goes on the whole first week, or until everyone knows everyone's name and something about them." Claire smiled and laid a hand on Danielle's shoulder. "Really, don't worry about it. Go get some sleep. You look exhausted." Danielle smiled and thanked Claire. She made her way quietly to her room and changed into an oversized shirt and flannel bed shorts. She fell onto her bed and within in seconds was fast asleep.

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"Wakey wakey! You don't want to sleep in your first day." "Uggghh, yes I do." "Don't make me throw water on you. Danielle's one eye shot open and she sat up. "You wouldn't." Claire smiled. "Oh, but on the contrary.. She paused as if waiting for someone, and sure enough a scream ripped through the house. "CLLAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIRRRRRRRREEEE!"
Claire smiled and nodded her head. Danielle raised an eyebrow at her. "Are you sure you're in the right house? "I think so, but who knows? Get dressed. We're going to breakfast. Claire threw a black pair of leggings and a red, form fitting tank top at Danielle. Danielle shrugged and waited for Claire to leave the room. She got dressed and brushed her hair and teeth. She threw on grey vans and made her way to the parlor. Claire and Andy were waiting for her and smiled when they saw her. "Looking like a true RoseWood. I'm proud of you. "Aww, look at my baby! All grown up! Danielle laughed at the two. They were acting like they were her parents, and they weren't doing too bad of a job. "Well, come on mom and dad. I'm starving!"

The three made there way to the Main Hall. When they got there, people started filing in. It wasn't too crowded, but a good amount of people were already seated and eating. Among those people was Landon. Danielle smiled quickly at him, unsure if he saw or not. Danielle and Claire made their way to the RoseWood table and sat where they were just yesterday. Andy sat on Danielle's other side. Danielle pilled her plate with food and began eating. She was starving! Claire turned to her and smiled. "So, how was your exploring last night? Danielle stopped eating and swallowed what she had in her mouth. She looked back at her and shrugged. "Alright, I guess. I kept getting lost. Andy seemed to be paying attention and she laughed. "It happens. Just try not to today. That was all that was said about that, and Danielle turned her attention to Andy.

It turns out Andy was in her third year at Halloways and could manipulate the earth as well. She loved drawing and was from Santa Monica, California. She had eight brothers and sisters, she being the youngest. Danielle listened as she talked, giving out basic information as well as more personal information. Andy had a lot to say about everything, even though she appeared to be so shy. Anderson wanted to become a tattoo artist after she graduated. Her whole back, as well as shoulders, was covered in black and white ink. Danielle smiled once Andy took a break from speaking. "You know, you have a lot to say. It's fun to listen to you. Andy laughed and wiped her mouth with her napkin. "Yeah, I've gotten that before. I don't mind though. Once I start going it's hard to stop. Danielle laughed and she turned her attention to the ThornWell table. By now the room was covered with students, but she could still see Landon.