"And I assume they turn to you when they find themselves entirely out of their depths?" He asks her with a knowing smile, which would look far more fitting on his normal face. As it is, he feels like he's conspiring with Flavia in sharing such a smile.

And then she mentions that she's only just started taking lessons, and Marius feels guilt creep into him.

"God, I'm sorry," he apologizes. "That was rather rude of me, especially after you got me out of trouble. Well, if you ever want lessons, I'm happy to help."