Originally Posted by Louise Hamilton

Who would have thought that on her adventure abroad this year she would have found excitement in a staff member? Sure most of her peers were interested in seeing what the Hogwarts boys had to offer, but to Louise, they were really the same as Ilvermorny boys. Just that.... but brushing those thoughts aside.

Was she missing home? "Of course, I miss home," Louise smiled, shaking her head. "But, I'm also glad to have gained this opportunity to see another school. And most importantly, another country. If I don't get the scholarship," which she didn't need anyway, "I've actually been considering taking an off year for some traveling." Which might include more of Europe, depending...

Hmm, his niece was sixteen? Eldest brother's daughter? Which meant what as far his own age? Yes she could have just asked him, but this was more amusing to the Thunderbird to try to deduce it. Also, sixteen and had trouble with the riddle, which definitely made her feel better about the challenge. "Oh, almost graduating soon." Well, in two years, but that was closer to when she started school....

Smiling when he retrieved the books, she pulled them toward her. "Thank you. I'll have them back by the end of the month." And she was monopolizing enough of his time. "So I guess, I'll see you."