#the_ice_cave

"But guess we should get costumes, anyway."

"It is tradition." Said to the two of them. "And part of the fun."

"World upside down, yes."

She looks to Zara. "I think you will be fine Miss."

(A quick grin) "Is it true, Nobles can't do anything back the next day?" (His eyes glint) "Might pay Willows a visit."

"It is very true. They are not allowed."

"No... Apples. Mayhaps... Ice, the Heathers?"

"but they might remember for later..."

(A scowl, and flicks eyes over) "Yeah. Heathers."

"They let that guy out of prison yet?"

"Edward?"

"I think so..."

"Huh. Saw him on the sex offenders website, at least. Will do better next time."

Thirteen listens then she gives a soft nod. "You will lay low and we shall have carnival to experiment?"

"They've been quiet - I'm at home now, right? Out of that school."

"Sounds like a plan." (His eyes on Zara) "Whatever happened to your precious Seelie Code? Never forget a debt?"

"But. Mortal. Masks. "

She closes her eyes, tired. "Life is naught but debts."

"Yeah. You can forgive. I'm going to see those bitches Undone." (A wolfish grin, hard)

Thirteen moves from the chair to the walls. "I should go. I have much to do before carnival. Including getting invites for the two of you. Look for some good masks. It makes it that much more fun."

"They did not undo me. It... it is not even, is it?"

"I will. By the way. Gave you the book back. Finally got it."

"Goodnight, miss. 1122 shall see you when I am ready for tea..."

"I'm not Seelie. Doesn't have to be -even-." (He lifts chin and goes to open the door for Thirteen)

Her eyes widen at Ices news, then she nods. "I hope you find it interesting." Then she looks to Zara. "Thank you, I hope we can talk soon."

With that she moves to leave as Ice opens the door. "Lay low." She states once again. "Just in case."

"I'll make it interesting. Maybe even at Carnival." (He watches her go) "I will. Later."

"I still think we should have a proper party. For your name."

(A huff, and closes the door) "Tell you what. You set it up, I'll be there, okay?"

"Okay."

She looks at the door, drooping. "Do you think I could go home in the morning?"