She was breathing, and just taking it all in. This was one experience she wouldn't soon be forgetting... and she didn't much want to. In observing the room and taking it all in, she caught her goof friends eye. Her first friend on staff, and one she would sorely miss. "Thank you," she replied warmly, her smile growing somewhat. "But in fairness, we've always had a fierce lot, they've just managed to come together and pushed themselves to the limit this term. I'm still astounded by their efforts." Truly remarkable group they were, a well deserved win.



It had hardly occurred to her that Airey had stiffened under her touch, she was too busy enjoying herself and the atmosphere to care about Airey's little quirks, and she did at least go over her sleeves with a lint roller in anticipation of a hug of sorts.

"You know, you're right... it couldn't have been any better." Well, as far as Hogwarts standards were concerned, but the freaky weather thing was certainly a dampener on the year - in a literal sense. She liked snow, but she wasn't fond of ice ages. Turning slightly behind him, so she could see his face properly, Seren considered him a moment. The common room?

"Not yet, I was thinking of popping in tonight or tomorrow morning... why?" Yes, Airey, why? He hadn't pranked her, had he?



The polite congratulations were to be expected, and she was actually looking forward to hearing them from Cece, so she was understandably taken aback as the Healer became distracted.

She looked to see what her concerns were, and as a result saw Annie and Kevin at the table. When had they gotten there? Seren smiled brightly, offering both a small wave.

"... they did exceptionally well," she concluded for Cece. "Your Snakes are to be commended though, of course, they provided us with brilliant competition."



Sing along were always nice, it was something she regretted not doing more often during her time here... but alas. "Thank you, it's been a remarkable year.. I'm fortunate to have worked with this lot, they're very motivated." And it was all their doing, not hers, she did little to secure them the House Cup, it was something the student body achieved all on their own - perhaps with a little guidance.



The bright and cheerful voice from over her shoulder could not be mistaken, and so pushing away from the table slightly, she beamed at her newer colleague. "Cassie, thank you," she started, hoping this wouldn't set tears into motion. She promised no crying until toward the end of the feast, then and only then could she let it out. "I'm so glad we've had the opportunity to meet, and it's been a pleasure working with you this year, you're presence in the castle has been most warming." And gosh, if she kept talking tears really would come. Standing from her seat, she enveloped the woman in her arms, giving her a little squeeze. "Look after them all for me, okay?" she whispered in the blonde's ear. Staff and students alike.



She needed more water, but the risk of fulfilling this desire meant there would be necessary toilet breaks, and there wasn't a moment of this feast she wanted to miss. As a result, she took smaller sips before pushing the glass goblet away. Leo's voice pulled her out of her reverie. "Thank you Leo," she beamed brightly, "they really did, they're such a strong and motivated group, I couldn't be prouder of their efforts." Ravenclaw had had their moments, in time they would settle in and find the drive. Some new blood could be the key. "And how are you doing? You've had an interesting term to say the least."