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As a starter, I'd like to congratulate the students who are now able to float in water. You're well on the way to actually swimming. A few of you went well beyond my expectations. However, I have decided that I will not be holding another swimming lesson again in this lifetime.

Secondly, I'm finding it incredibly presumptuous that a few of you are assuming the Hogsmeade trips will be going ahead. The behaviour displayed within the first weeks back was abysmal and anyone surprised over the points has not been paying very good attention to their surroundings.

As such, I have compiled a short list of reminders that I strongly suggest you consider.

1. Goats are a noisy privilege. Use them wisely and stop flaunting them around as if they're some sort of joke. They're for class, not for fun.

2. Do not ever think it is acceptable to touch either a student or professor in a manner that is anything more than platonic when you do not have their permission. I honestly don't care if you want to slide your hands down each others pants in your own time, don't do it to your superiors or people you're not close with. It's a very simple concept. If I hear about students being groped or harassed I will intervene.

3. I don't know everyone present at the party, but that was a mess I do not even feel the need to get into. The level of disrespect shown that day was near horrifying and I really wonder whether the punishment was as severe as it should have been. Regardless, none of you are at a level in which you'll find yourself able to get away with those kind of shenanigans without being caught by those more skilled than you. Keep that in mind.

That should cover it for now, if you have any questions in regards to any of those reminders, feel free to ask it here. On top of that, if you have a concern with another student or even another professor, direct them to me and I will see what I can do.

Remember that your behaviour reflects not only yourself but your house and that favourable manners will be rewarded in time.

Slytherin and Ravenclaw, review the chapters I have set for you and when you have time I would like for you to consider what you fear most. You'll find out why eventually.

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My office will be open for the next few hours. Feel free to drop by.

I'll be on my way...thank you.

(OOC: continue as action?)

You're welcome.

[[ooc: Yup, feel free, currently Murdoc is sitting in his office grading papers.]]

[Marshall put his wand in his pocket and made his way to Murdoc's office. He really didn't have any problem sharing his fears with the Professor. He knew exactly what he was afraid of..and he was pretty sure his fear would frighten others as well.

After what felt like ages he finally reached Murdoc's office and knocked on the door.]

Professor? It's Marshall Lee...

[Murdoc glances up at the door as he hears the knock. He flicks his wand in the direction of the door, causing it to swing open into the room.]

Come sit.

[Marshall nods and enters the room and sits down in one of the chairs across from the desk. He pauses for a moment before asking]
"Where should we start?"

I suppose we begin by you explainin' why it is you don't feel comfortable facin' your fears infront of others an' then we work out a compromise.

[Even though he didn't need to, Marshall took a deep breath before beginning.]

"Well sir, as you know..I'm a vampire. Dumbledore was cool enough to let me stay here and I'm greatful. I've met a lot of really awesome and nice people here and my greatest fear is that one day I just might lose control and end up hurting them."
[He leans back in the chair.]
"I think some people might be disturbed at seeing me all vamped out and surrounded by dead bodies."

I do know. I also know that in classes like this, the other students will be less focused on your fears and more on their own. I can promise you won't be the only one present with a grim fear reincarnate.

[SIGH]

But if it makes you feel better, we may conduct a private lesson.

[Marshall considers Murdoc's words carefully.]
I suppose that would be true. I.. guess I could come to class and participate.
I just..think that maybe I should have some kind of excuse handy and have someone in an authoritative position back me up on said excuse?
The last thing I want is some kind of wild rumor circulating. Especially with Ministry presense here.

It's perfectly rational to be afraid of both becomin' a vampire and goin' wild. [A pause.] No offense.

Once again, I leave the choice up to you. Don't feel obligated to risk your cover for the sake of an assignment.

[He smiles.] I suppose that's true..and none taken. I know that as far as vampires go, I'm a pretty strange one.
I just feel like I'm in a catch twenty two. I'm worried I'll make people suspicious either way.

If it helps any, you won't be the only one takin' private lessons. Perhaps I could mention that I have specially selected a random group of students for private lessons?

That could work. [He thinks about it for a moment.]
I'll go ahead and go to class at the very least..I'll hang out at the end of the line so hopefully we'd run out of time before you even got to me. If that happens maybe you could offer private lessons to those who didn't get to have a go?

If not...Well, I suppose I'll suck it up and do it.

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