Lil' Bean! If ya don't leave now, you'll be late for your first class!

I'm ready, I'm ready! Wuuuu-Wuh-Uh-Oh!

Did you fall down the stairs again?

Almost... but not this time! So, how do I look?

Lil' Bean... All grown up and on her way to the Spell Academy...

Dad... don't call me Lil' Bean... I'm 14...

Sigh... They grow up so fast...
But you'll always be Lil' Bean to me.

Well... I'm off! Wait... what's that smell? It smells so good!

Oh... just heating up yesterday's leftovers again.
Gonna sell 'em at my stall until noon, then get ready for work.
Just trying to get a few more gold pieces.

Dad...? Aren't you gonna get into trouble with Mr. Sebastian for that?

Not if he doesn't find out. Wink.

Are you... sure that's okay?

Don't you worry, Lil' Bean. Now, off you go!
You don't want to be late for your first spellcasting class, do ya?

Oh, right! I hope I'll learn how to fling firebolts around!

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Hihi! Don't worry, Dad! I meant make sparkles!

She dashes out the door, nearly tripping over the front step before catching herself and laughing.

Bye, Dad!

See ya later, Lils.

He watches her disappear down the winding street toward the towering spire of the Academy.
The smile on his face lingers for a moment before fading.

...You're gonna do great, kid.

The sweet scent of honey rises from the pot as he gives the leftovers another stir.

First day down... now let's make sure there's a second.