Over the years, an observant eye might have noticed something wasn't quite right -- that sometimes, when she wasn't thinking about it, her movements were closer to the efficiency of a soldier than a mere school teacher that she claimed to be. Right now, however, she appeared perfectly relaxed.

"I'm glad. You've been pushing yourself so hard for our sake. No wounds or ailments I could heal for you, then?"

Although he was more well-spoken and responsible, Sephiroth reminded Nebilim a little of Jade sometimes. Perhaps it was the tendency to withdraw from crowds -- her student was always more interested in books and cutting up monsters than making friends. If they all made it through this, the swordsman might make a good role model for the boy.

'Role model...? Please tell me that was a joke, Professor.'