es down her back, and her bright hazel eyes sparkled with excitement. Ariadne's passion for understanding the human mind and helping others had led her to pursue a degree in psychology at Leyland Uni

were good, it was still poor compared to the requirements for admission into Leyland university. For the first time, Ariadne felt a strong drive to become dedicated to her studies, unlike her lackadaisical attitude towards her education in the past. She became engrossed in her books, solving multiple assessments and acing every monthly exam. Seeing how determined she was and how much more dedication she had paid to her education that period, her parents duly relaxed their resolve and decided to let the matter be. Leyland university is not a bad choice anyway. They thought. Her hard work and persistence paid off. She was overjoyed when the scores for the university entrance exam was released and thrilled upon realizing that she was admitted into Leyland university. She will finally have a reason to see him again. ------------- At Leyland University Ariadne stood in front of the towering gates of Leyland, her heart pounding with anticipation. This was the beginning of a new chapter in her life. And most importantly, a life that draws her closely to Denver! With her acceptance letter clutched tightly in her hand, she took a deep breath and stepped onto the campus grounds. As Ariadne walked through the grand entrance of the university, she made her way through the bustling crowds of students, excitement plastered over her face. She couldn't help but marvel at how the campus buzzed with activities. Making her way to the student registration office, Ariadne eagerly completed her registration as a fully fledged student, and after that she was assigned to her dorm room. She had heard tales of how great friendships are mostly formed within the four walls of a university, especially among dorm roommates, and she hoped to find hers too. With her heart full of excitement, Ariadne entered the dormitory where she would be staying for the upcoming academic year and walked towards her assigned room. She turned the doorknob and stepped inside, and was greeted by a cozy space adorned with colorful posters, twinkling fairy lights, and an inviting warmth that instantly put her at ease. It was then that she noticed three other teenage girls in the room. Their eyes lit up the moment she stepped in. "Oh, hello!" Ariadne exclaimed, her voice filled with warmth. "I'm Ariadne Bardell. It seems we'll be roommates." The three girls exchanged glances before breaking into welcoming smiles. They seemed just as excited as Ariadne to meet their fourth roommate. "I'm Vanessa Baker," said the girl with vibrant purple streaks in her short, spiky hair. Her hazel eyes shimmered with a mischievous glint. She exuded a zest for life that was impossible to ignore. Vanessa's vibrant personality seemed to light up the room. "I'm Katniss Gables," spoke the girl with a cascade of golden curls and a contagious smile, a calm and composed young woman with an air of maturity. Her voice held a gentle warmth that matched her soft blue eyes. "And I'm Connie Blair," chimed the girl with short hair, her green eyes twinkling with intelligence. Her most remarkable feature was her glasses which rimmed at the tip of her nose, passing her off for what she is - a nerd. Ariadne couldn't help but feel an instant connection with her new roommates. Their vibrant personalities and welcoming demeanor put her at ease, making her feel like she had found a second family away from home. ----------------- One week into the academic session Ariadne sat at her desk, engrossed in her notebook, when her roommate and dear friend, Ka