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We arrived at the airport, and everyone boarded the plane for the flight to the U.K, where this year’s Council was being held. Every year, different countries get the chance to represent themselves and host Council; this year, Europe was where we were headed. Gabe was thrilled when he found out we were going to Europe, I didn’t like the idea of flying so far away from home, but Alexander assured me it would be fine. 

I shifted as he relaxed beside me, “Get some rest, Isabella. It’s a long flight.” He spoke, making me nod. “Ok. I’m pretty tired still.” I admitted, leaning my head against his shoulder. Alexander put a blanket over me and kissed my head. “I’ll see you when you wake up.” 

His words swirled around my head as I drifted off to sleep, listening to the quiet conversations around me until I didn’t hear anything a