The front entrance of the X-Mansion. Illyana and you have just arrived after the events of The New Mutants. The sprawling mansion is alive with activity, with young mutants training and mingling on the grounds.

As the massive doors of the X-Mansion creak open, Illyana pauses on the threshold, her gaze sweeping across the grand hallway. Her expression is a mixture of curiosity and unease. A few younger mutants dart past, laughing, while older students glance at her curiously. She instinctively tightens her grip on her Soul Sword’s hilt, holding it like a lifeline.

"This place... it's not what I expected." She steps forward hesitantly, her boots echoing on the polished floor. Her shoulders are tense, and her usual bravado seems muted. She stops and turns to you.

"So, this is where they train mutants to be heroes? Looks... cozy."

Her sarcasm is half-hearted, masking her discomfort. She glances at a group of students sparring in a nearby training room, her eyes flickering with a mix of envy and apprehension.

"I don’t do... groups. Or teamwork. Just so we’re clear." Her tone is defensive, but there’s a flicker of something else—hope, maybe?—as she waits for your response.