Ethan had nothing more to say. He was sure he’s in the same boat as Professor Myers when it comes to doing good deeds. He’s a testament to that, so really, no need to prove it with words. For now, he’s just grateful that he’s got a very kind professor for one of his weaker subjects. At least a good bit of bad pressure was lifted from his shoulders.

Wait, hold up! Did he just say he was bad in Astronomy?! “I AM TOO! I mean...I always get confused with the planets and stars...although, don’t get me wrong professor, I am still at awe with the subject.” He said as he tapped his fingers against the rail. “Do you think...” he said as he trailed off, and offered a pregnant pause, “I should’ve dropped my Astronomy class? I was...kind of surprised that I got an Outstanding when it’s my other weaker subject in school.” He did slave on his Astronomy OWL, and even got Caleb to help him out. He was so surprised with the outcome, half believing that Flamsteed might be a miracle worker. “I mean...I was able to ace it, and Herbology, but...I don’t think I’m entirely ready for the NEWT level.” He continued. “I totally get what you mean professor, but...I’ve been entirely dependent on the theories of the subjects, and not really the reason behind such theories. I’m pretty sure I haven’t understood how things work entirely in those subjects. I only memorized things off of books, and never bothered to go deeper than that.” Maybe that’s how he got high grades? It was possible, yes?

Ethan remained quiet at the next topic of conversation. Maybe, he was doing all of these efforts for nothing? The seventh year had to convince himself that he should stop pleasing and proving things to his family. All of them were exceptional, but he doesn’t see himself as one, maybe that’s why he’s trying his very best to excel academically? The Slytherin nodded along, and grinned at the professor. Yes, maybe he should direct all of his efforts so he could reap the fruits of his labour for himself, and not for those whom he thinks he should please. “I will keep that in mind, professor.” He said finally breathing in some fresh air. “So...how do you find Hogwarts so far? Is now very different than when you were still in school?” A pause. “You did...graduate from here, right?” Oops? Maybe he should’ve asked that question first...