we'll run wild

[Lilah Jackson]

Is it just me or is it really hot in this classroom? I hope I'm not coming down with something...

[milo]

Oh good, someone else noticed how hot it was in here! I wish we could open a window, but I guess it's too windy outside to do that. If I knew how to do non-verbal spells, I'd do a Cooking Charm on you, but I think Dumb bell door might hear me.

But at least it's not just you.

[Lilah Jackson]

It's miserable, don't you think? But I'm not sure a Cooking Charm would work... unless... wait, you like to cook? Do you normally call him Dumb bell door?

Yes, it's quite a relief! This is a terrible time to get sick, I have so many tests coming up!

[milo]

Oh, golly, I'm sorry. This quill and I are still getting used to each other. I meant a Cooling Charm. And no, it just spelled it funny.

Right? Owls are much closer this side of Christmas.

[Lilah Jackson]

Ooooh! Okay, I was really confused! I'll keep that in mind, is it bad that I was a little sad when I thought you called Professor Dumbledore dumb?

It's so scary! I've never dealt well under pressure... I'm terrified I'm going to fail everything!

[milo]

Aw, gosh, I would never call him dumb! Well, not knowing it, anyway. He's a genius!

I think you'll do great! You seem really smart. Anyway, you got this far, right?

[Lilah Jackson]

I think so too! It's so wonderful that we get to be taught by him, isn't it? I feel like he could be doing so much other important stuff but instead he's here!

Oh, golly, I'm really not... I'm not very good at a lot of things. I have tutors, though, and that helps a lot! Maybe we could try to set up a study session in the common room as they get closer... do you think that would be a good idea?

[milo]

Yeah, it's cool. But I guess he couldn't get anyone else for the position since it's all cursed and stuff. Or so I've heard. Too bad we can't have him again next year.

Oh, sure. Yeah, that's a good idea. Just let me know when, because I'll have to see when I have Quid pitch.

[Lilah Jackson]

That'll be sad, but I'm sure they'll find a really great replacement!

I'll be sure to keep you updated! I'll probably try to coordinate it around all of the clubs and practices, that way we can be sure the most people can make it.

So do you have any idea what you want to do for the rest of your life? I'm paranoid I'm going to decide on something and change my mind, then not have the O.W.L.s or N.E.W.T.s to do it...

[milo]

All right, cool! And I'll let you know our practices as soon as possible. I kinda hope someone super smart comes so they can explain things to me like I'm five or something.

This is gonna sound stupid, but I kinda want to play Quid pitch Quidditch. Professionally, I mean. I think I can make a pretty decent living off it, and I don't need super high marks in NEWTs to do it. What about you?

[Lilah Jackson]

Haha, that would be helpful! There's a lot of smart people in our year, and hopefully some of the older students remember this material, I'm sure someone will be able to help you out!

That sounds like a great idea! I love Quidditch so much, the team is doing fantastically this year! I'm not sure what I wanna do, I was kind of thinking design or something artsy, but I'm not sure if that should be more of a hobby than an actual career... I've tossed around the idea of being a Healer, but that'll depend on how I do on my O.W.L.s, I guess.

[milo]

Oh, yeah, maybe we can get a NEWT person to help us out.

You'd be a great Healer! I didn't know you wanted to be one, though. Since when?

[Lilah Jackson]

I think it's a good idea

I mean... I've guess I've kind of always liked the idea of it, at least since second year, but I've never really taken it seriously because I don't think my grades will be high enough. But if it doesn't work out, there are plenty of other things I would love to do!

[milo]

Okay, cool! Er... Do you know any NEWT students? That can help us, I mean? Because I know some folks from Quidditch, but I dunno if they'd want to do that.

Aw, but you're smart! You can definitely be a Healer. What other sorts of things did you want to do? You said something artsy?

[Lilah Jackson]

I know a few!

Yes, well... I really like fashion and I love sewing, so I was thinking of doing something in that industry. ...but that seems a little silly and far-fetched, so I guess I'll just have to see how I feel in a few years.