River did wish they still had a week before the start of the new term. He did have an eventful summer, actually, it was a bit over the usual summers he had in the past and was thankful that he had Hirsch to share it with. Massaging his right temple, River kept his head down as he followed Rosalyn down to the Great Hall. The Healer made a very quick inspection of the Hospital Wing and was met with chaos. The school's healing potion supplier made a mistake with the deliveries and he had to send a stern and annoyed letter to them.

He really ought to enjoy the first meal of the term tonight, but it seemed it was impossible as he massaged his blossoming headache. Hmm. Perhaps a Howler would've been better. Let out the frustration and such perhaps.

As he neared the dais, River forced a smile towards his colleagues, and collectively greeted them. "Good evening, everyone," he said giving Hirsch an arm punch as he made his way towards his...oh, new seat! River made himself comfortable and procured a small phial of potion for his headache and drank it in one go.

He'd probably wait for the medicine to take effect first before starting a conversation with his colleagues...