Mariel's apprehensive eyes quickly left the closed door and landed on the much taller figure filing past her. Oh the prefect. What she had to say, she didn't want to have to say in front of anyone else, the very reason she sought Professor Vindictus in his office. So when the older boy with plants in tow happily stepped in front of her, she was unsure of how to proceed.

She waited outside for a few moments, finally deciding it would be best to at least step in. The professor was most likely aware of her presence outside and he did beckon them to come in, so she figured it to be rude to stay outside.

Tentatively peering around the now-opened door, she cautiously stepped in and said in a small voice, "I don't mean to interrupt. I can wait till you're finished."