"Well, she shall be sorely missed. It does remind me, however!" The Socialite didn't seem to notice the envy bubbling up, in a joyful and contented mood. Instead, he bent to search his bag, procuring a smaller bag of one, large, round object and several smaller ones rattling at the bottom. "I was able to find these at the Bazaar just yesterday: a mango, reportedly smuggled from the New World, and a collection of various nuts. In my reading, I discovered that macaws might enjoy these.

"Oh, but please, do tell me of your exploits! A burden shared is a burden halved, I hear, and your week seems to weigh on you heavily. As well, a joy shared does multiply. Perhaps sharing of the events will assist in your recovery?" Was that an underhanded comment on the Pupil's appearance or a genuine concern? Could the Pupil really tell?

And wasn't that the same outfit from two weeks ago?