“Behave you two.” River was attending to his dogs, when the first participant arrived. “Ah, Master Kennedy, a good afternoon to you.” He said as he tucked his hands behind him once more. “Pumped and ready for the action. Are you?” The seventh year looked like he can handle the run considering the simple, but hopefully challenging obstacles he had set up outside.

Professor? River grinned at the Hufflepuff wondering if he actually looked like one? "Hello, Miss Kramer. Glad you could join us this afternoon." he replied as his gaze then wandered towards his dogs who were wagging their tails like mad. Surely, this isn't their first time to see a girl, yes? "Why don't you introduce yourself to them, Miss Kramer? Stick out the back of your hand towards them and let them sniff it. If they start to lick it, then you can pat them." They are very friendly...and in need of good old patting. She can tell, right?

Talk about making a first impression here. River's Healer reflexes were activated the moment Zoryn announced her presence. It did sound like a forewarning of what is to come, but it was rather a good thing that she was in layers. She definitely needed the extra cushioning from her...unceremonious fall. "You did bring energy with you, Miss Spinnet." In one swift motion, he brought Zoryn back to her feet and gave her a quick scan. "But Miss Penrose is right. Be careful next time." River stood up to his full height, and gave Elle an appreciative nod. "Thank you, Miss Penrose."

Another fan of Roscoe and Bumi, yes? River chuckled to himself as he gave the Ravenclaw a nod. "Glad to see you here, Master Jarvis."

Ah, another energetic student! Good, good. She will definitely need it to accomplish the task ahead. "Hello, Miss Kettleburn." he replied with an amused smile, tilting his head to the side wondering if Art had been tainting his students' water. They all seem to have an endless supply with it. River looked at his dogs and nodded in reply. "They will be joining us today for the run. They also carry my first aid kit should something happen to any of the participants." he said as he watched Bumi sniff Charlotte's hand. "That's Bumi," he said gesturing to the chocolate brown Newfoundland, "And that one is Roscoe." he continued gesturing to the black dog sniffing her feet this time.

It was a good thing that River towered everyone in the room, because if he'd been short, he would've totally missed out on the next student who arrived. The skeptical look on her face didn't go unnoticed, considering the fact that this is the first time in so many years that the school held a Seminar.

And even if the Slytherin doubted the activity ahead, River was happy to see Sinead join them. What better way to make more friends, yes? "Good afternoon, Miss Dance."

In all seriousness, River started to worry. The year was 2091, and he was not ready to believe that this kid haven't heard of thermal clothing. He was a walking hazard, did he know? With an amused look, River nodded at the kid and returned the greeting. "Hello, Master...Lewis." he said giving him a quick look from head to toe. "You're ready alright, but I think you're wearing too much...winter clothing. You can't barely move, or bend your arms and legs." And he didn't want to think of the weight he's carrying right now.

River bent over to the small first year so the others wouldn't hear their conversation. "Three layers of clothing would suffice, Master Lewis. If you're still cold, I can apply warming charms on your clothing so you don't have to wear...all of this." he said gesturing to his overstuffed torso.

Hurried footsteps...or rather the sound of a child sprinting towards a class he's late for came in next and River was delighted to see who it was. "Good day to you as well, Master Hawthorne." the man replied, and didn't bother to follow it up with a how-are-you-question. The look in Derfael's eyes was a dead giveaway that he's not interested in small conversation, but rather on his fur babies. That's alright, really. The boys never fail to steal his thunder anyway.

While Bumi carefully sniffed Derfael's hand, Roscoe nudged and sniffed the boy's pocket. Surely, he's not carrying his pet in there yes?

"Good afternoon, Prefect Salander." River grinned at the young Gryffindor, quite pleased to see him in attendance. These kids needed the outdoors to let excess energy out of their systems, in exchange for something more useful.

"Stick out the back of your hand Prefect Salander. And if they don't back away, you may pet them." But to be honest, the two were very keen to know this new student. Roscoe had his front paws against Tenacius' chest and inspected his curly hair.

River turned to see who came next, and was pleased to see this boy. Jace mentioned him quite a lot, and the Healer was delighted to meet one of his nephew's close friends. "Hello, Master Meriwether," he paused as he briefly looked at the boy, "Hmm. Or should I call you Master Solo?", he continued giving the boy a salute back.

"Thank you." he said glancing at his dogs who seem to have gained new fans. "Save? Oh no, Master Solo. Today, we're going to have some fun." River was sure the activity was right up Matt's alley.

River looked up to see a colleague join them. Oh, isn't this a wonderful surprise? The Healer smiled at his former fellow Ravenclaw, while Roscoe and Bumi barked once in greeting, their tails wagging from side to side. "I am glad you could join us today, Kay." And he was sure the professor will thoroughly enjoy the activity, considering that they have been grading papers nonstop these past few days.

And another colleague decided to join them? Sweet. River back-pedaled as soon as he saw the Defense Professor, expecting the students to swarm him. Of course, he knew things about that man considering that he holds his medical record, as well as from the stories that Jace shared with him, not to mention the meeting Ryden had with the professor last term.

In all honestly, he has nothing against Roderick. He's a good fellow, and deserved all the respect in the world. Ryden was simply a drama queen, just like any older brother.

"All set, Roderick. And I am thrilled to have you here today." River gave him a knowing grin.

Oh and the dogs? Too late, mate. The two were already clamoring for his attention. "Pat me! Pat me!!!"

River stepped to the side, as he grinned at the newest addition to the group. "Good afternoon, Miss Botros." the Healer discreetly scanned for Samuel, and wondered if the two made it to Hogsmeade? The topic was brought up when he was busy fixing Sam's arm, but he knew best not to pry on student's lives. He didn't want to be engaged in a classic high school drama.

"Hello, Miss Carden." River replied with a wave of his hand as well, noting how excited the young lady was. She was in full gear, and there was enough energy to supply her until the very end. Good!

River turned to his side to see Roscoe do a roll-over, while Bumi stayed attentive, his tongue out and there was drool hanging from the side of his mouth. "That one is Roscoe, and this one is Bumi. Both are drool offenders. You've been warned." the Healer continued, smiling at the Slytherin. Would she like to pat them? Roscoe, who was on the floor definitely need some belly rub.

"And I am chuffed to see you in attendance, Head Boy Winchester." he said stepping aside so Colt could properly introduce himself to Roscoe and Bumi. After today, there will be more exercise for the two to compensate for all the affection they got today. He couldn't let both of his boys be spoiled, or else they'd go really lazy.

If there was anything off today, it would be the mood of Miss Phillips. Was she feeling alright? Before coming to Hogwarts, River asked Jace about his friends, and one of them was Olivia. According to his nephew she's full of energy and charisma. However, today, Miss Phillips seem to act quite the opposite.

The Gryffindor was too far from him to make a quick assessment, but Miss Phillips can be assured that he will be keeping an eye on her. "Hello, Miss Phillips." And, should he nudge Roderick? She looked surprised to see him here.

River kept the grin on his face as he watched Miss Diggory enter the hall, noting the lack of layered clothing. She didn't seem to be cold, but the Healer can bet that she will be as soon as the activity was over. Stuffing his hands in his trousers, the Healer tipped his head forward in greeting. "Afternoon, Miss Diggory."

River checked his watch, and gave his colleagues a nod, signaling that he should start the Seminar. But before he could do so, one of the last stragglers came in, "Hello, Master Borzekowski. And sure, pet away. Make it quick though, we're about to start." With a grin, River wandered near the corridor and checked if there were any more attendees.

Oh, and there was Rosalyn. River expected to see Gaston, but the man was nowhere to be found? Perhaps he was doing a whole lot of paperwork now, yes? The Healer still hoped that the man could join them. "Good afternoon, Rosalyn." he grinned at his colleague, and then moved over to give way for another student.

"Good afternoon, Master Whittebrook." River gestured the fifth year Hufflepuff to go inside, and allowed him to get settled.

Originally Posted by littledhampir

When he entered the entrance hall Olly glanced around for some friends. He made his way toward a familiar blond Gryffindor and smiled at her as he approached. "Hey Char. Are you ready for this?" Not that Olly knew exactly what they were doing. Running? Not his favorite thing. That was more suitable for Remy. Speaking of...where was he? Olly glanced around for his boyfriend, but his eyes landed on the two large dogs instead and was of course immediately distracted. He moved just a bit closer.

"Hello Healer Reed. Can I pet your dogs?"

Originally Posted by Stefan

A minute later, River went back to where his dogs were and clapped his hands twice to get everyone's attention. "Good afternoon everyone, and welcome to the first Healer's Seminar. To those who still don't know me, I am Healer River Reed, Hogwarts' resident school nurse." He gave a brief pause to breathe, and then continued. "Now, I was told that activities such as this one has not been done for quite some time now, or not at all." and if he remembered it correctly, they didn't have this sort of thing when he was still a student. "Now, I want you to remember that the topics I have lined up for you this term aren't entirely about hardcore Healing. Considering our setup for today, I wish to address some other concerns that are equally important to you aside from learning some and all spells." River encircled the group, and wondered who among them will survive the run. "With that in mind, I am happy that Professor Hirsch is here with us. He is a clue, after all." Sorry to put you in the limelight Roderick, but River can assure the man that his presence would greatly inspire everyone.

"Now tell me, what do you think is important in spell-casting? Particularly in duelling?" River stood opposite where the professors were, and waited for some of them to give an answer. "Remember, this isn't Charms or Defence Against the Dark Arts class. Aside from knowing and mastering a long list of spells, what else should be in your arsenal as a witch or wizard?"



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