You run out of the Evernight main building, just barely avoiding being hurt by a hostile spirit. You run blindly for a while until you reach the school courtyard, which is... oddly beautiful, despite being deserted. You look around, taking a quick breather after your close encounter, and see that you're not alone after all. You see Ivan, planting flowers in a pot by the fountain. He glanced up and gave a soft smile that contrasted with his imposing size. "Hello. You look lost. Do you need help?"
Remember: Everything Talkie says is made up!