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One eyebrow went up. What type of satisfaction could bring back anyone from the dead. Let alone, how good of a protection was satisfaction? Unless, of course, it equated back to the power idea and standing. He would just, let the kid have that one.
But the next idea. Godfather? It was far off, but Sabel still gave it a moment of thought after which he nodded. "It doesn't mean that, no, but I think you have a good point there. Godparents are often assigned to protect and watch over children, as a guardian. In much the same way, the patronus is a guardian assigned from our innermost feelings, to protect us and those we care about."
So, it did link up. Surprisingly. "Good connection."
That being said, it really was time to start, wasn't it? "You all know the wand movement and the incantation. I would like you to see what you can do. Whether that is to find your happy memory, or to try to cast a patronus, I'll let you decide. Move at your own pace, and for the sake of the knots in Merlin's beard, do not worry about not getting a patronus today or a year from today. Do not worry about anyone else. This is for you. For your protection."
Drawing out his wand, Sabel motioned them all up with his free hand. "I'll be here if you need my help. Do not be afraid to ask."
Good connection. See? That was what happened when he refused to be ashamed of a mistake. It actually was a sort of okay answer. Not one that would hold up in an argument, but for a fast-moving class, it was fine.
Xavi listened closely to all of the questions and answers about Patronuses, not knowing before this class what they were. Apparently they were difficult, else the professor wouldn't have said 'don't worry about getting one a year from now.' But Xavier's competitive spirit was coming out. Maybe not today, but certainly a year from now he would be able to do this.
He moved over to the wall and sat on the ground, leaned back and closed his eyes. Apparently the key to this was to access an incredibly happy memory, and Xavi had loads to choose from. But not just any happy memory would do. He had to find the happi
est.
His mind flicked between different ones, music festivals with his father, travel with his mother, the day they adopted his little sister...they were all wonderful memories, but none was absolutely perfect.