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She had caught the Muggle Studies professor's smile before she had taken her seat. In all honesty, Regina had quite a bit of respect for the woman wanting to return after everything. Had it been her those godforsaken twins targeted, she would have taken an early retirement. Kudos.
As Tristian made his way to the table, the woman gave him a nod of acknowledgment. As for Gaston's appearance, she honestly was a bit surprised by him addressing her by her first name but nonetheless smiled at him. "Good evening, Gaston."
Her eyes did catch Haraldur, though he seemed to have ... forgotten? ... to continue moving to his seat. She was about to give him a look to signal that she wanted to get the show on the road, so to speak, and get food on the table; however, her attention had been grasped.
First there was the History of Magic. "Hello, Charles. I'm doing quite well tonight. Yourself?"
Next she gave Paul a casual wave. No words were said though.
Then Laurel's response made her brow raise -- not quite sure if the woman beside her was being serious or not. Merpeople stirring up the term? The headmistress honestly doubted it. During the time she had been headmistress of the school, they had co-existed well and mostly minded their own business. Regardless, she responded with "Duly noted" and left it at that.
Finally, the owl that had flown into the hall was noticed ... and she did catch glimpse of the Hufflepuff table commotion ... and Prefect Derfael Ashburry-Hawthorne was coming up to their table.
Would she ever get the opportunity to give her speech?
With the Herbology professor only being a couple chairs away from her, the boy's words were heard clearly. Her gaze shifted to Paul, over to the Hufflepuff table, and then back to Derfael. She didn't need all the details, not at this very moment at least. "Please feel free to escort her to the common room if a more appropriate environment is needed right now. I can ask one of the elves to send food up, if needed." Her head then turned to Paul. Without saying anything, her look was enough to let him know that he, being Head of House and everything, was excused.
On that note, the headmistress rose from her chair. The feast, though she had very little to announce this term, needed to carry on. After all, everyone needed a good night's sleep considering there were classes to be had bright and early in the morning.
"Good evening, everyone! I would like to begin this term by welcoming those of you who have returned to us over the summer back to school, and for those of you who are brand new a warm welcome to Hogwarts," she said, smiling brightly, after reaching her podium and having everyone's attention. "There are just a few things I would like to mention before we dive into a spectacular feast."
"First of all, this term we have no new staff." As far as the American knew, it had been a while since that last happened. "I can say with confidence that we all are ready for another exciting year of learning."
"Quidditch tryouts will be happening soon. If you are interested, please take note of the tryout session scheduled as posted in your House common room. If you have any questions, please ask Professor Baldvinson or your House captain.
"As you all know, the first day of classes is tomorrow. So make sure that you do not stay up too late tonight. Not being prompt to and present, physically and mentally, in your classes will not be tolerated."
Of course, she paused for dramatic effect, allowing that particular note to echo throughout the hall. Her face shown the utmost seriousness at this point.
It didn't take long, though, for the smile to return to her face. "But, first, enjoy the feast." With a wave of her hand, goblets and plates full of drink and food filled the table. Satisfied, Regina made her way back to her seat.
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