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Oh-- oh, yes. Quite.

It is only that Enjolras has told me you are interested in books. I fear... I fear I have no many acquaintances on board in general, and fewer still that share my somewhat recluse hobby. I was wondering if indeed it were true, and you consider yourself avid about reading?

[Oh. Oh. His smile grows.]

Oh, yes. Very much so, to be honest. What sorts of books do you like to read?

Oh, all sorts.

[He admits, staring down and biting his lip as he cannot help but to be suddenly smiling himself.]

There is no thought too great for a book that is too small for a man's mind. Still, I would say I prefer lyrical prose; poetry, that is. Epics most especially. Historic narratives and mythologies might come at odds for second.

And you, my friend?

Oh, I-- anything. I absolutely agree, it's-- oh, I could read anything.

[A beat. He rubs his nose.]

I'm-- well, I'm half and half. My mother is a non-magical person, and my father a wizard, so I got the benefit of both worlds. And I think it's because of that that I love reading magical textbooks so much. It's fascinating to learn more and more of what I could possibly do. Beyond that-- epics, yes, I do love the classic epics, I could reread the Odyssey in a heartbeat-- I haven't read as many mythologies as I should, but it's fascinating to see how different cultures repeat the same myths.

[A beat. he adds:]

And I do love a good adventure book.

Ah! Homer, considered the great poet-founder of culture. If you like that such work, I have with me Agamemnon in Greek by Aeschylus, and The Satires of Juvenal, in Latin. They're both bound; if you do not mind that?; but well-cared for. I should be pleased to lend them to you.

[His expression lights up at the talk of magic again.]

Have you any such textbooks with you, on your person? Or have you thought to pen some of your own? I am sure they'd be a great addition to the library on board. Oh, but they do sound fascinating, Remus.

[Remus has spoken for himself very well! The last bit earns a soft laugh, though.]

What kind of an adventure? A captain lost along the wild orient, the tale of a beautiful princess escaped onto a spice boat-? It is very English of you in taste, if I may say so.

Yes, I have a few-- or Lily does, anyway, and I'm certain she wouldn't mind you borrowing them. It could be a trade! I've never-- well, I'm not nearly fluent enough in Greek or Latin to read them, but I'd certainly like to try. All our spells are based in Latin, so I've at least a semi-decent knowledge of it.

[He chuckles, though, at that last sentence.]

To be honest, anything like that. But Dumas is my favorite-- I don't know if he's come out in your time, but he's brilliant. Utterly brilliant-- The Three Musketeers is wonderful, all about daring swordfights and honor and bravery and what it means to do what's right versus what's demanded--

Is Lily a friend of yours, I should take it?

[A trade sounds very agreeable, if not quite fair in this instance. Therefore, he goes on,]

I should be more than pleased to help or instruct you in either Latin, or Greek; or both, if you've really the stomach for it. And perhaps, if I might have questions as to the sorcery elements in your books, I could enquire with you?

Dumas...? You have corrected me very seriously. [He gives, teasing halfway.] Not English at all; tat sounds French. I cannot say I have any knowledge of it. However, its themes sound like a celebration of what all the best literature contains. The most vital lessons of man have just been summarized by you, and it.

I'd love to instruct you-- honestly, the problem will be stopping me; I adore teaching far too much. When would you like to start? I suppose we could do-- oh, I don't know, an hour per subject? An hour of yours, an hour of mine sort of thing.

Then we haven't any problem! For I am wont to learn it.

We should start just as soon as you are ready and willing. An hour per subject sounds very agreeable.

Thank you, Remus.

Well, er-- would you like to come by now?

If it should be no trouble to you, I would be more than happy to.

Come over, then! The door's open.

On my way. I'll bring the Latin, and we shall work our way up to the Greek.

[Let's be real; he's going to knock anyway.]

[But that's all right; it's polite and he respects that all the more. He's a little flushed when he opens the door, excitement making his eyes bright-- and he's got datapads and textbooks laid out, all ready.]

Hello.

[Remus received a sheepish smile in return, though Jehan looked deeply pleased to be intruding on him otherwise. His own book is tucked against his arm, and he nods in greeting.]

Hello. Thank you for having me.

Absolutely.

[He turns, moving to sit on his bed. There are some odd posters on the walls; one-- a golden lion on a red background-- even moves, silently roaring and pawing at the air.]

So-- would you like to learn or teach first?

If you would permit my being selfish... I would choose learning first.

[And he feels not the least bit silly, being instructed by someone younger than himself, especially as Remus has noted a fondness for teaching. Which is well, because Jehan is eager to repay the favour, but has a greater love of being taught. Especially at such a subject!

Following him inside and closing the door behind, he startled for a moment at the moving poster... then chuckled a little.]

Is it an illusion, or have you put a spell on that also?

Oh, it's a spell, yes. We have four houses at school, and Sirius and I are in the same group-- represented by a lion and the colors red and gold. It was a present when he was feeling rather homesick.

[He grabs one of the datapads and shifts, lying on his stomach on the floor, gesturing for Prouvaire to join him.]

Right, so this is my first time teaching, so if I leave something out, simply tell me; I might be a bit too excited and skip over things.

But! Magic, in a base form, can be separated into some six subjects: Transfiguration, Charms, Potions, Defense Against the Dark Arts, Astronomy and Herbology. There are other branches of magic, of course, things like-- oh, Divination and Dark Magic-- but at the core, those are what you start with.

[He's written all this down, of course, and he passes the datapad to his friend.]

Anything in particular you want to hear about first?

What a delightful gift. You're a lovely sort of friend, Remus.

[He assured, taking his seat where it was offered, and sitting cross-legged. He'd peer down at the datapad Remus provided, craning his neck a little. All awkwardness all the time up in here.

After listening intently to his explanations;]

Where to begin? Oh, well, let's see... Is Potion a magical art, and is Herbology? I wonder how they might differ... is one the planting, and on the use? Might you explain to me how one must be magical by blood to be a gardener or chemist of such things? And why might Dark Magic be cast aside of the core? Is it as nefarious as its name might suggest?

[Remus, if you're excited and over-speak, than Jehan is equally excited, and asking questions just as quickly.]

Right, all right-- ah, let's begin at the beginning. All of those are magical arts, yes, but potions are about brewing liquid magic. Herbology has to do with magical plants, yes, and how to extract magical qualities out of regular ones. As for that-- well, even if I were to explain to you how precisely to do a potion, you wouldn't be able to, because you need magic to-- oh, what's the word-- to give it an extra boost, I suppose. To evoke the magical properties within it. Does that make sense?

As for Dark Magic-- well, yes, it's as dark as the name suggests. It's anything cruel or malicious-- how to kill someone, or control their mind, or cause them pure pain. How to transform them into an animal. Et cetera.

I see... how interesting. And; as I am sure Combeferre would prod me wish such a look, should I fail to ask; is there any quantifying of magic? That is to say, any idea what makes blood magical, or non-magical?

[A smile, encouraging.]

You make perfect sense, yes! Do only certain things have a magical property that can be boosted, or all things? And... on the more dour note, you are right, Proesseur. Dark Magic sounds a horrific thing; surely, it is not taught?

Not yet. Every so often you'll see someone who's born to a seemingly nonmagical family, but it's typically because they've a witch or wizard great-grandparent that nobody knew about. And most all things do, yes. There are a few plants or animals that are utterly unmagical, but they're the odd thing out.

And no, no, it's not at all. It's mostly forbidden, to be honest; the only things taught are-- well, childish things. A spell to tickle, or turn someone upside down, or what have you.

That's very curious... how is it tested for in smaller degrees? Is it more common in women than in men, or on a certain continent, or of a certain time period?

[He paused, them smiled shyly, tilting his head down and shaking it.]

Excuse me; I ask too much. Though I might submit that the joy in silly matters; such as tickling someone; is better enjoyed in the non-magical way. I should like to think that there are some things mere mortals enjoy better by simply having hands, eyes and seven senses.

[He smiles at that, pleased, but then--]

Sorry, seven senses?

[Jehan stared a moment, brows raised, then paled a little, embarrassed.

Ah. He had in fact said that out loud. Not that he felt it was untrue, he just must-- seem very odd, mustn't he. Nothing new, per say, but...]

That is to say... I mean. I believe... I believe there are seven. Perception being the sixth; the ability of the mind to see and feel that which is not quite 'there', such as in instances of deja vu, or a cold spot where an old spirit may lurk, or--

[He faltered at going on, turning a little pink now instead.]

Perhaps I sound most... well. Moronic?

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