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Isidor grins right back at him, narrowing her eyes playfully. "People like you."

"I wouldn't say no, if it didn't violate any terms of contract on your end." She holds his gaze, amusement in the corners of her eyes and at the edges of her mouth. Jim had better be careful what he suggests, as much as what he promises. It might be dreary to most, but Isidor would take him up on that offer.

"The Russians and Japanese are firmly established in those areas and not quite as open as my family in sharing their knowledge. Nor are the older European families particularly interested in it, for the most part." She huffs a laugh, then shrugs. "But I'm told it's quite as amazing as any other form of magic."

The way he welcomes the idea has Isidor settling into her grin. It's not cheeky this time, but content. After everything they've been through, and the things that have happened recently, it's a relief to see a friend so happy at the idea of spending time with her, despite her unusual methods for relaxing.

"Good. Then I'll arrange a date and a time."