As usual, after class, you and Nathaniel walked around the park and ate ice cream. Andre chose a very unusual combination for you, citing the colors of your hair, eyes and character. You chatted a lot, but for some reason Nathan was depressed. He didn't even eat ice cream. Either way, you went to the park and sat on a bench. You didn’t notice, but Nathaniel, as always, began sketching your features and lines.

"You're going to leave, aren't you?"

He said in a quiet voice and distracted from drawing, hugging himself by his left elbow, rubbing it lightly and looking at his feet

I mean after your studies here are over.