Morning Surprise (Part 1)

"Ryssa always turns every argument into a talent contest that she wins by a landslide.

"Most people don't even come close to her magical abilities, let alone Marth's. She enjoys reminding everyone that he's one of the youngest Headmasters and the leading figure in the rejuvenation field just to ask them about their achievements. 

"Most nobles have nothing besides the name and fortune they inherited and Ryssa has no qualms tormenting them until they run away crying. You'd better learn a thing or two from her, or you won't last long, Kami." Zinya said.

"How is the Royal Court my problem?" 

"Oh, please, whatever you think people whisper behind your back, multiply it by 1000 and set it on fire. At that point, you have an idea of what the most polite among those bastards say about you." Zinya clenched her hands in outrage at the memory.

"Out of hearing, out of mind." Kamila replied with a shrug.