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[rule_britannia]

To anyone who might have heard about my brother Phineas' unfortunate accident and subsequent stay in hospital, mother has informed me that he's perfectly fine now. I'm sure all of those whose lives he has touched with his generosity and gentleness of spirit will be very relieved.

[The sarcasm, it's dripping off the page]

This year is turning out to be rather interesting already, I must say. Magical Languages looks as if it's going to be... enlightening.




Also, I found a copy of Spellman's Syllabary stuck between two chairs in the common room. There's no name in it. I believe I may keep it if no one claims it, so if it's yours, do speak up.

Comments

[thesmallesttrickster]

Ah, was that the snake incident?

Magical Languages looks as if it will be most interesting!

[seeringlight]

I'm glad that he's doing fine.

I don't think enlightening is quite the right word you're looking for.

[rule_britannia]

No?

What word would you use?

[rule_britannia]

'Snake incident'. Good lord. It sounds like some kind of detective case.

It certainly does, though I'm a little unsure as to the nature of our first homework assignment.

[thesmallesttrickster]

Well, in any case, I wish him a speedy recovery and many misfortunes in his future!

Yes, it is most puzzling. I am apparently to write one of these "raps" about my brother.

[cantfightthisfire]

Oh no, I'm sorry to hear that.

[rule_britannia]

About Phineas?

It's utterly dreadful, I know, but there's nothing to be done about it.
He simply insisted upon getting better.

[cantfightthisfire]

Yeah that sounds pretty fucking inconsiderate of him. I dunno, I would've probably staged an accident.

[rule_britannia]

As much as I dislike him, it would cause my parents far too much distress should he suddenly expire.

Alas, the things we tolerate for the sake of keeping the peace.

[preanimator]

Pity.

[rule_britannia]

I know.
Very indecent of him to recover like that.

[preanimator]

Why on earth are you taking Magical Languages, Kirkland? Isn't that the class taught by that buffoon in the hat and sun glasses?

[rule_britannia]

I have an interest in it, West, why else would I be taking it?

If you're referring to Professor Strider, yes, it is.

[preanimator]

Yes, but you're hardly going to learn anything from HIM. He's a quidditch player, isn't he? Not a real professor.

[rule_britannia]

Are you speaking from personal experience or a jaded preconception?

[preanimator]

I've not taken his class, if that's what your asking, since he's only just been elevated to the position. However, it's quite clear what his attitudes and his use of language are like if you read the journals at all. It's absolutely shameful, the way he goes on.

[rule_britannia]

I would have thought you'd know better than to judge someone on something like that. It's rather unsporting and dare I say unscientific to go about making generalised statements without being fully aware of all the facts.

From what I've seen of him so far he's a rather excellent teacher.

[preanimator]

So you actually feel you're going to get something out of being required to write urban ... lyrics, I suppose? God, Kirkland, I expected better of you.

[rule_britannia]

Sometimes taking the rough with the smooth is a requirement to the furthering of education, West.

I don't expect to be doing that kind of thing every week.

[preanimator]

Frankly, self study seems like it would be more useful than an exercise like THAT, which is likely intended merely for his own amusement. The ability to use rhyme and meter is hardly any way to judge someone's ability in their native language. But I suppose I'll hope for your sake that the man actually has some knowledge, and a way to impart it in a fashion that isn't a complete joke. Really, though, the situation doesn't seem likely.

[rule_britannia]

I'll be sure to let you know how it turns out.

Careful, I might actually start thinking you care about my intellect.

[plushaeusrumpified]

Kirkland, hang up the white armor and step away from the horse. I don't need you defending me.

West, you got a problem with me then you can say it to my face instead of talking shit about me behind my back to my students. Got that?

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[rule_britannia]

Consider it stepped away from.

[preanimator]

You're one of the few people around here who has one, I'd hate to see such a rare commodity go to waste. Don't read too much into it.

[preanimator]

I hardly think that a public comment counts as behind your back, sir, but if you would prefer me to write some sort of announcement whenever your name comes up, I'll do so.