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toasting the bagels as the boys engaged in small talk about Gabe’s battle strategy the day before.
    Placing their food on a couple plates, the boys walked out to a nearby table and sat across from one another.
    “So are you ready for classes?”   Uri asked.
    Gabe thought about the question for a minute.   “You know what, I haven’t really thought about it.   I’ve spent so much time getting ready for my tests this summer that it never even crossed my mind of what would happen when I passed.   I guess I don’t know what to think.”
    “What’s your class list like?”   Uri inquired.
    “I don’t know.   I haven’t gotten it yet.”   Gabe replied.
    “I tell you what, after breakfast, how about we go and find out what your classes are and then hit the supply room for anything you might need?”   Uri was pleased to offer assistance to Gabe in hopes it would take his friend’s mind off the tense conversation with Michael the night before.
    “Sounds like a plan!”   Gabe said, genuinely excited.   He didn’t know what was bothering Uri, but hopefully some mindless tasks would help distract him for a while from whatever it was.

CHAPTER FOUR

    Gabe took one last look at his class schedule, committing it to memory.   He stood from his chair, packing his books and herbs from potions class into his backpack.   Just as he threw the pack over his shoulder, there was a knock at the door.
    Gabe walked quickly to the door and opened it, on the other side he was greeted by Sophie’s cheery face.   “Hey there classmate!   Ready for your first day of school?”
    Gabe was amused by Sophie’s question.
    “I suppose so.   Uri helped me get all the supplies together that I need and I have my class schedule, so I guess I’m all set.”
    Closing the door behind him, the two walked down the hall arm in arm.   “So what does your class list look like?” Sophie asked, pulling her own list from her pocket with her free hand.
    Without a word, Gabe handed her his crumpled list.   Comparing the two lists, Sophie turned to Gabe and shrieked in excitement while leaping in place.
    “What?” Gabe asked, finding himself excited without even knowing why.
    “We have three out of six classes together.”   Sophie replied, smiling up at Gabe, reaching out and giving him a tight hug around his neck.
    “Really?” Gabe exclaimed.   He had decided not to share with her Michael’s concerns about their relationship.   “That’s awesome!   Please tell me we have potions together.”
    “We do, why?” Sophie questioned, furrowing her brow.
    “I’m a little worried about potions class.   This summer we really focused on my casting.   I don’t feel like just reading books has given me a strong enough grasp on the basics of potions.   I suppose I will simply have to pick it up as I go.   Having the smartest girl in class at my side will certainly help.”   Gabe grinned as he ran one hand around Sophie’s waist and pulled her close.
    “Oh, Gabe,” Sophie said looking down as she blushed.
    “You know I’m right, and I am so into brainy chicks.” Gabe leaned in with lips puckered.
    “Stop it,” Sophie squealed through laughter as she broke away.   Catching her breath, she turned and continued towards their first class.   “Besides, I wouldn’t worry.   Professor McFarland is one of the nicest teachers.   I’m sure she’ll be very patient with you.   And of course, like you said, you will have the smartest girl in class at your side.”
    The two looked at each other and smiled in a mischievous way.   Gabe thought of Michael’s warning about Sophie.   He was sure Michael was completely wrong about their relationship serving as a distraction.   He would just have to prove to him how valuable their relationship was.
    The two approached the classroom, hands locked tightly together.   When they entered, Gabe looked around the room.   The old stone walls kept the room feeling cool like most of the