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As she'd returned to where Miss Skylar had been standing, Renée kept her eyes on the girl. Not out of any sense of suspicion, but just as a way of keeping tabs on the girl's nerves. The Gryffindor was so young, and taking on such a topic was a lot. Her own discovery while she'd been young was one thing, this had more importance, in a way. It wasn't a parlor trick or anything, not something that could be used for amusement. The thoughts going through the girl's head were promising, though. At least it was a good start, and it seemed they'd broken through the fear a bit She might not be able to do much, but at least she could reassure her. Research went over better on a clear head.
The smile she'd been given once Selina had looked up at her was another good sign, and she smiled back. "You're welcome. You're right, as well. It won't be easy, but I'll always try to help where I can. And if not, we can always try and find someone who can help more," she replied, letting the girl fully take the books with the unspoken reminder that they were borrowed. She didn't think their return would be too difficult, however. The Gryffindor seemed trustworthy enough to respect belongings. "I'm always here for you, and any of the students. No matter the reasons," she added, as Selina headed for the door. "Until next time. Class, if not before, and good luck," she concluded, returning to her desk as she sent one last smile to the girl. Things seemed to be on the right track, at least in this case. There were others that still needed contemplation.
Selina now was less hesitant about throwing herself into the world of her ability. She hated it and all it stood for, but it was who she was. Bishop made her realize that she could not run from it. That alone was naive and destructive. Selina would have to own her ability and try to work through all of the problems that would come with it.
With one final plunge she stepped out of the door. She left behind all of her negative emotions and headed straight for the library. It was time to learn as much as she could. Life still had to be lived.