"Why would I send you to the hospital wing? You're not ill. Merely possessed of a more open and inquisitive mind than most children your age. And it is my job to educate, after all."

He glanced down at the book again. "Even if it's a bit off curriculum."

The man straightened again, and tapped one long finger against his lower lip thoughtfully. "Are you interested in lessons? Or is this a merely idle curiosity?"