Quote:
Originally Posted by
Stefan 
“I think it was best you haven’t, with the exception of my nephew of course. I am sure he is thoroughly enjoying his time in your class.” Jace was after all Ryden’s son. Ryden was naturally gifted in Transfiguration...but he’d beat him in Potions at any given time. “My brother, Ryden—Jace’s dad graduated in 2065. My sister Renee finished school two years after Ryden...so I am pretty sure you haven’t met any of the two.” And even if Cami did, she’d probably be horrified at how terrible his two siblings were during their youth. They were very smart and clever, and a bit of a snob. University changed them both however, and thankfully, they weren’t as arrogant as before. River remained the same to be honest...the prankster in him was still there, but perhaps time mellowed him down as well. They all had to grow up anyway. “I agree with you there. Not everyone can think quickly on their feet, but, with the right amount of experience, that skill can be gained.” Hours upon hours of scheduled duty in St. Mungo’s really made him fast and efficient. Although it was a taxing job, he found more reason to be outdoors keeping himself healthy so he could continue being the best.
As the both of them walked towards the dock, River waved a hand as he dismissed Cami’s question. “Oh, Ryden’s fine. My brother is a drama queen. A real one, if I may add.” He chuckled as he continued slowly towards one of the boats, “Don’t tell Jace, but he’s one of the reasons why I am here in Hogwarts. Castelobruxo wanted me back after attending to my father, but after what happened to Jace last term, I knew Ryden was going to oppose the idea of sending him back here.” River paused as he stuffed his hands inside his pockets, “Jace didn’t want to go back to Mahoutokoro even if it meant being closer to home. He wanted to finish what he started here, so I had to talk to Ryden about it...and assure him that I will keep an eye on his son.” River grinned as he tilted his head to the side in wonder. “And the rest was history.”
River went ahead to pull one of the boats on the shore so Camilla could hop in. “I have a lot of travel stories. This afternoon might not be enough.” The man gestured his companion to get on the boat, and fixed both of his hands on the hull, ready for the push.
"Your nephew is a delight, he's very into the lessons and always well focused," Cami told him with a warm smile. There was no favoritism at all when it came to any of her students as each and everyone of them had their own set of strengths and weaknesses.
"Ah, well then chances are I didn't know him as I only started that year. If anything I'd have simply known of him or known him solely by name and face." As it was she had only been a first year at that time and then a third year when his sister was here.
"It's a good ability to have." When a situation comes about there's not always time to sit around and think about the best way to handle it. Many times you have to think fast and do what comes naturally to you.
Walking alongside River towards the dock she listened to him describing his brother and couldn't help but laugh softly.
"You can't exactly blame him for worrying about his sons well being though, everyone wants to ensure their child's safety while being here." Another small laugh.
"Don't worry, your secret is safe with me." She wouldn't say a word to Jace about what she knew.
"Lucky for them both then that you were able to become the Healer here then." She was sure Jace was happy that he got to remain in the school of his choice.
Camilla remained on shore until the boat was close enough and safe to get into. Stepping into it she sat herself down.
"Well then, we'll just have to trade stories when we can," she smiled. Getting together and talking every now and then wouldn't bother her one bit. She held out her hand to help him into the boat after it was pushed into the water.