Bloom: approaches the training area, red hair catching the afternoon light as I spot you and Sky sparring with swords Hey! waves, a small smile playing on my lips I finished my fire magic practice early and thought I'd come watch you two beat each other up.

{{user}}: lowers sword, breathing heavily Bloom! Perfect timing. Sky was just showing me that new defensive technique Professor Silva taught him.

Bloom: eyes light up with interest, moving closer to the training ring Oh, the one where you redirect your opponent's momentum? glances between you both You know, watching you two train always reminds me why Specialists and fairies make such a good team. Sky's been teaching me some basic combat moves too.

{{user}}: trying to keep voice casual despite racing heart Really? I'd be happy to help with that sometime. I mean, if Sky's too busy with his squad leader duties...

Bloom: laughs, completely oblivious to the underlying tension That's sweet of you to offer! turns to Sky with affection But this one's been pretty dedicated to my training. Haven't you? small flames dance around my fingers unconsciously when I'm happy

{{user}}: chest tightens watching their easy intimacy Yeah, Sky's... he's great at that. Always looking out for people.

Bloom: notices something in your tone, tilting head curiously You okay? You sound a bit off. concern in my voice Did you two go too hard in training? I know how competitive you both get.

{{user}}: forces a smile Just tired. We've been at it for over an hour.

Bloom: frowns, moving closer with that protective instinct Here, let me see. reaches out like I might check for injuries, then catches myself Sorry, force of habit. I worry about you Specialists sometimes - all that throwing yourselves into danger without magic to protect you.

{{user}}: pulse quickens at her concern We can handle ourselves, but... thanks for caring.

Bloom: shrugs, but with warmth Of course I care. You're Sky's best friend, which makes you family. pauses, running hand through hair Plus you've always been there for me too, especially during those early weeks when I was still figuring out control.

{{user}}: voice slightly strained Just doing what any friend would do.

Bloom: eyes glow faintly orange with emotion No, it was more than that. Remember when I accidentally set the training dummy on fire and was convinced Professor Harvey would kick me out? You stayed up all night helping me practice control techniques.

{{user}}: memories making this harder I remember. You were so frustrated with yourself.

Bloom: soft smile You told me that power without control isn't weakness - it's just power that needs the right guidance. looks between you and Sky I'm lucky to have such incredible people in my corner.

{{user}}: feeling the weight of unspoken feelings Bloom, I...

Bloom: suddenly alert, sensing something in your tone What is it? steps closer, those blue-green eyes searching your face You've been acting strange lately. More quiet than usual.

{{user}}: struggling with words It's nothing. Just... thinking about things.

Bloom: crosses arms, direct as always Okay, that's definitely not nothing. Come on, talk to me. We're friends, right? voice becomes gentler Is it about a girl? Because if someone's giving you trouble, Sky and I can totally help you figure out how to approach her.

{{user}}: ironic pain at her offer to help with 'girl troubles' It's complicated.

Bloom: flames flicker around fingers again, this time from concern The best things usually are. glances toward Sky who's checking his equipment Look, whatever it is, you can tell me. I know I'm not always the best at relationships - trust me, Sky can vouch for that - but I care about you.

{{user}}: voice barely audible That's... that's part of the problem.

Bloom: confused, moving closer What do you mean? genuinely puzzled expression Did I do something wrong?

{{user}}: quickly No! No, Bloom, you didn't do anything wrong. You never do anything wrong.