It surprised Claire that she was feeling a bit of a connection with Colline as a person. This wasn't exactly what she had planned. Final year as a counselor and then the unknown paths that lay ahead within the ominous places of her new world. Making friends wasn't part of the ideal. But, she didn't want to be completely isolated either. Talking was easy. Forming relationships could happen so quickly and then disappear just as fast. But the end was always difficult. 

She shrugged off the thought, but made herself promise to not get too close to anyone. There was a common ground between her and Colline. Some of Colline's problems had made her shy, from what Claire could see. While Claire had become vocal and fiercely independent. But, there was a similar spirit between them. And, that was confirmed when Colline suggested jumping into the water.

A laugh came from Claire. Joy and surprise mixed together. "I wouldn't have guessed you would want to jump in, but I'm glad you do. Because, I was going to jump in no matter what. So, let's do this."

Claire looked around at the rest of the kids playing the game. "Well, tour is over. You all know there is a bonfire later. So, once you're done playing it's time to do your own thing!" She turned and looked at Colline. "Ready?"

And suddenly Claire bolted, straight toward the water and she leaped. Gliding through the air, shouting out. Splash! Not caring about getting her clothes wet or anything. It was just a good way to spend the day.