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[cerebral]

[It's been two days since Charles had regained feeling in his legs again. The note pinned on his door had been vague and at first he'd thought it was another trick, or something temporary. Since then he'd been slipping by invisibly using his telepathy when possible in order to avoid attention while he made sense of the change. Acceptance was still an ongoing process.

But he'd also started to think about contingency plans, which is why he's making his first appearance on the network.]

I'm not exactly equipped for life in this land. Where I'm from, we haven't used horses to get around in seventy-odd years and nobody learns archery or how to swordfight anymore except for sport. It's a bit of a disadvantage, given the circumstances.

So. I need teachers. [The irony of being the pupil for once is not lost on him.] And if you've met me, and you're wondering how - well. That issue seems to have been taken care of.

[He drums his fingers a few times on the table from nervous energy and gives a quick smile. But moving on - ]

In another matter altogether, I would be grateful if anyone would be willing to share with me what magic is like in their world since it's woven into everyday life here and seems to vary so much. It's a new concept for me but I'm interested in learning more if you have the time and the patience.

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[depicted]

Animals are far easier company than people; I am certain you will have no trouble with them. [Says the boy raised in the constant company of hunting horses and hounds.] If you like, you might pick a time of day when there is much sunlight left, for when you would like to try.

[cerebral]

That's probably going to have to be in the morning, until winter starts to ease up. [The shortest days are upon them.] Would some time before lunch but after light breaks suit you?

[depicted]

Perhaps at least an hour after light breaks, if it were possible? [He likes to sleep in, a lot.]

[cerebral]

That suits me fine. [Charles hasn't exactly been an early riser these past few years.]

[depicted]

I shall see you then!