Seeing Alexis being a bit nervous, Mei smiled at her. "Yup. We're both here for the next four years." she said, trying to distract her mind from whatever it is that could be causing the said nervousness. 

"Every semblance - every skill - needs practice to perfect it. Mine took quite a while to use at the level where I can use it in a fight." she said, remembering her own experience trying to master the semblance she know called "Graceful Swan Disturbs Tranquil Lake". Trying to change the subject, Mei decided to talk about partners. "So," she said to Alexis, "Do you have anyone in mind as a partner so far, Alexis?" she asked.