Not wanting to...anger the man further, Dylan quickly fished out his ID...and also flashed his badge. Handing it over, the Slytherin Captain regarded the older man. Was it like...a rule for older people to just...automatically disbelieve anything kids said? Merlin, it sure seemed that way. Really....why would THEY want his telescopes?

Dylan wasn't desperate for money...and didn't want any part in stealing from Staff...

...Well.......not THIS member of staff, anyway.

Trying to insert some much needed CALM into the situation, he tried again. "Sir....I don't think this is an elaborate trick. Apparently....goblins have been in the castle...and are taking some things." Like Professor Elwood's tea set...He's seen that particular tea set. It was extremely nice.

Also....hadn't someone's furniture been taken. He'd heard bits and pieces...but couldn't be sure.

"Professor, I will accompany you to the Headmistress if you wish."...because she would probably know what was going on...If anyone would know, it'd be her.

Really....NONE Of these younger class men were helping. Hot air. That's all it was.