Kanoe's head turns with the slap to the face. Her eyes blink slowly at what her lover did to her. She knew she was not the only one suffering. It just hurts so much and not knowing was driving her crazy. But, would knowing hurt her even more? The witch sighs softly, nodding her head.

"You're right," She looks at Clarice, "I'm sorry. You are having just as much trouble as I am. And a promise is a promise. I will hang in there and stay with you. At least we will be suffering together."

She gave a weak smile as she slowly rises to her feet. Her arms gently wrap around Claire, giving a gentle hug and a soft kiss on the cheek before pulling away.

"Lets get this business taken care of so we can both rest," She nods.

Hopefully in each others arms, she thought.

She sighs with relief and unclenches her hands from the woman's shoulders as they both stand. It was rather unlike herself to use violence on students...well maybe that wasn't all true. She smiles softly at thinking of them both suffering together. Misery always did enjoy company.

"Perhaps we will get done soon so I can make you more comfortable. I can't believe what I'm saying with such a lovevly woman with me but...I've had enough sex for awhile. How about you?"

She starts for the lead and squezes Kanoe's hand for comfort, more to herself then her love. She was sure they would allow it and perhaps both would have a better chance of getting through these four years...together.

Just don't give up on me, Kanoe...