She wasn't sure if her plan would work, but just in case, Kristi rummaged through her trunk until she found what she wanted: a slender, silver dagger with a serpent hilt. She gazed at it for a moment before placing it inside her pocket. It stuck out a bit, but she doubted anyone would notice if she held her arm just right over it. Then, she went over to her potions supplies and selected a small, clean vial, pocketing that as well.

Her heart pounding, she walked down to the common room and out the door, heading for the forest.