[There's some whoops and a, "Good going, Jackie!" And Iona just responds with a light roll of the eyes and a smile. Only Oren notices it from a mere glance; the way the smile is more melancholic than anything and how it speaks to her mindset of trying not to be attached, but knowing too well how bad she is at that.

It's supposed to be temporary. She's just wishing it wasn't.]

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[An hour or two later, the study group has dissolved and everyone, including Emily and her brother have left. Oren's clearing up the tables while Iona...

For someone who's a hard worker, she sure does crash hard because she's laying on the large sofa letting out a deep sigh.]

A romp around Paris and then getting straight to work may not be my best idea. Thanks for helping out though, Gus!