[Marius, really, has nothing to say about the subject of their often-awkward conversations, so he simply listens and nods with ingrained politeness, his cheeks tinted crimson all the while.]

M. Amon has come back, and I have returned to work at his clinic. [He looks greatly pleased at that, with his face brightening and not only due to the welcome change of subject.] I have also been occupying myself with my studies.

[There's an almost imperceptible inclination of his head then, and a thoughtful look crosses his expression.] I only wish there were more books in the library for the perusal of the general public.