Pre-established relationship starter for @zeldablaine

The ebony-haired woman walked across the gardens of the Xavier’s institute for gifted youngsters, where she had decided to remain for a while, taking a much needed break away from the Avengers compound. She stared blankly at the crumpling leaves under her feet, enjoying the autumn atmosphere. Looking around herself, she saw many mutant children and teenagers playing and wandering around the gardens much like she did, and briefly wondered if this place wasn’t better for her than the compound.
Her eyes caught sight of Zelda near the lake and away from most of the other students. Zelda happened to be one of students too, and one of the very few Essence had been sympathizing with since the first day of her arrival at the institute. She raised her head, smiling softly and waving her hand at her.