[ Yes, school- she simply nods silently at that, expression veiled. She probably wouldn't make him go, of course... but she's heard about the subjects they teach there and can't deny she's curious. With her own age and sense of pride, there's no way she'd dream about trying to attend herself, though with Hope... maybe she can talk him into it later for the sake of strategy. ]

No. Actually, we're free to do as we like; anything really... except leave. [ Scowling and restless, she suddenly stands from her seat, striding around the edge of the table and trailing gloved fingers along the surface. On the opposite side, she stops and leans there, closing her eyes in agitation. ] Outside the village it's mostly forest... some mountains to the east, a sea beyond them....

But even if you go out there, there's a barrier to stop you from going much further than a few days' journey. Some sort of magic, as far as I know.

[ A pause and a sigh-- what were they talking about, again? She goes a bit quieter once more. ] You can stay with me, if you like.