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[wavesofjade]

It Is A Relief To See That Everything Has Been Put Back To Rights.
When One Speaks Of Reliving Their Youth It Is Not Often Something That Happens!
I Do Hope That I Didnt Embarrass Myself.
And Of Course, Anyone Who Stopped To Help Me Has My Sincerest Thanks.
If Anyone Is Still Feeling Ill Effects The Hospital Wing Is Open As Usual.


[Filtered to Ezra Fell]
On Another Note, Mr. Fell, I Would Like To Take This Opportunity To Welcome You Properly.
My Name Is Dolores Maryam And I Am One Of The Nurses Here.

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[grandhighwizard]

MISS MARYAM,
when you have a free moment,
I BELIEVE WE SHOULD PERHAPS HAVE A CONVERSATION.

[wavesofjade]

But Of Course Professor Rhydderch.
Shall I Come By Your Office?

[grandhighwizard]

THAT WILL DO.
at your convenience, of course.

[wavesofjade]

Ill Be Right There.

[And she is. Within the next half hour there's a gentle tap on Rhys' office door, followed by Dolores poking her head in.]

Rhys?

[grandhighwizard]

[The man is behind his desk, but he stands when she opens the door, and comes out from behind it. There's something a little odd about him - normal he looks utterly confident and at ease, no matter what's happening, but there's just a little bit of tension in his shoulders now. Rhys doesn't like people knowing what he used to be like. What he used to be, before he became enlightened, before he knew what the world was and his place in it, was an ignorant, awkward boy.]

Come in, sit down. [invites pulling out a plush chair for her, as he waves his wand to start the kettle boiling for tea] Thank you for coming.

[wavesofjade]

[She might not have known him a terribly long time, but long enough to be able to see when there's something not quite right about his demeanour. Still, she smiles and moves to the chair as it's offered, seating herself and brushing a crease from her skirt.]

You had thought I would refuse? For shame, my dear.

[Her smile tilts to something gently teasing, and she clasps her hands on her lap.]

How are you feeling?

[grandhighwizard]

I suspected you wouldn't, but it never hurts to have manners, and I am grateful that you're here.

[He turns his back to her to start preparing the tea, a blend he'd made for her, as he answers. It allows his to school his features more thoroughly, and put a little wryness into his tone instead of the more genuine deep embarrassment.] Older. Less embarrassing. And yourself?

[wavesofjade]

[While he turns his back, she settles herself more comfortably and allows an idle smile to play about her lips. As unsettling as Rhys can be at times, she can't help but enjoy his company. There are so few people in her peer group here.]

Older. Less embarrassing. I believe you understand perfectly.

[Dolores chuckles softly.]

Your accent was very charming back then.

[grandhighwizard]

It was very thick. I didn't even learn to speak English until I was nine or ten. [He admits, as he sets things up on the tray.] And honestly, you have nothing to be embarrassed about. You were a beautiful and charming girl - it's quite clear the kind of woman you would grow up to be.

[wavesofjade]

[She chuckles gently, lowering her head for a moment and tucking a wisp of hair behind her ear.]

You flatter me, but you were a rather.. interesting young man. Charming, in your own way.

[Dolores lets out a soft hum.]

I enjoyed what time I spent with you.

[grandhighwizard]

[He glances over his shoulder at her, eyebrows raised.] I can only assume that whatever magic did that to us has had long term effects on you. Either that, or you're contractually obligated to say so in your position as nurse. I don't believe I was ever called charming at that age. Usually precisely the opposite.

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[marshall_lee]

You didn't embarass yourself at all. You were adorable.

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[wavesofjade]

Aha. Oh Dear.
You Were Very Kind, Marshall.

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[marshall_lee]

I just hope I didn't come off weird.

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[wavesofjade]

Given The Circumstances, I Believe That I Can Forgive You.

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[marshall_lee]

I hope so. I really wouldn't want to ever do anything to hurt our friendship.

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[wavesofjade]

What?
Oh Sweetheart Dont Think Like That.
We Are Certainly Still Friends.

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[marshall_lee]

That's a huge relief.

I did have a nice time with you. You really haven't changed much you know. And I mean that in a good way.

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[wavesofjade]

I Have Been Told That Before.
Though I Believe I Have Changed Quite A Lot.
It Seems So Long Ago Now.

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[marshall_lee]

Well, you stayed a really warm and caring person.

I know that feeling all too well. Even though it'd been a really long time for me, not much has changed around here.

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[wavesofjade]

Things Dont Change So Easily Here Ive Found.
Its Comforting At Times.

If You Wouldnt Object My Dear Id Like To Give You Ten House Points As A Reward For All Your Help.

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[angelfruitcake]

Ah, thank you for the very warm welcome, Ms. Pen Maryam. Excuse me, I got rather used to your maiden name. I'm glad to see you've realigned chronologically.

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[wavesofjade]

You May Call Me Dolores To Save Confusion If You Wish!
Im Very Glad Of That Too.
As Interesting As My Childhood Was I Have No Wish To Repeat It.
Would You Object To A Second Formal Introduction?
I Have Some Free Time To Meet You Properly.

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[angelfruitcake]

Although I was lucky enough to be unaffected, I understand your sentiment. I've found myself to be one of those rare individuals who only gets more comfortable the the further I get from youth.

I would certainly not object to a more formal reintroduction. One should never turn down the opportunity for good company, as such opportunities do come along so very infrequently. Would you prefer I come to the Hospital Wing or you come to the Library? I'm amenable to either option.

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[wavesofjade]

I Have Some Free Time, And I Do Love The Library.
I Will Be There Shortly!

[And when she walks in this time, not ten minutes later, it's easy to connect her to the teenager who Ezra had met during the strange goings on. The smile is the same, warm and kind as she greets him with a cheerful wave.]

Hello again, Ezra.