DEREK'S PARTY VIII

Julius tightened and released his fists intermittently as he stared into the eyes of Ava who returned his steady gaze with a one of hers. Beside her, Emma frowned, her eyebrows furrowing as she darted her eyes between her friend and Professor Perkins' brother.

What was wrong with the two?

Did they know each other from somewhere?

The wizards, including Casper, were transfixed on their spots. 

She didn't know if it was Julius' doing, or they were confused as she was concerning the matter in front of her. She had a feeling that it was the former, and for some reason she found weird, she didn't want to interrupt the moment.

"How is this possible?" She heard Prescott ask, and got curious.

"What do you mean by 'how is this possible'?" She queried, noting that the squirrel was also staring at the duo.