Silvia wasn't surprised when she stepped into the room for the first Defense Against the Dark Arts lesson of the term to find the same set up as last year; darkness and yoga mats, except that it seemed even darker than usual. Though that could have just been her imagination.

"Hello Professor Medea," she said as she made her way over to her chosen mat. Silvia sat down and placed her bag beside her. Taking a quick look around she spotted her friend Alex and gave a small wave. Then she turned her attention to the parchment in front of her and reached for it.