"Well, I expect we shall soon know the reason why we've been called. There is no point in fretting about it...", the teacher responds to Tarquin, before casting a reproachful glance in Gerard's direction, "...nor is there a point for any callous expectation of profiting from it, either. That would be widely considered as rude, indeed."

Xeshanth calmly paces around the room, admiring the flowery decoration in the soft candlelight.