"Then perhaps that is the purpose you ought to pursue." She fixed him with a knowing look. "I don't want to put words into your mouth, but nothing you've said so far really screams out, 'I want to be a school physician!' You've been a good colleague and I hope you will remain a good friend. I'd say contact Scotland Yard, see what happens. I can even put a good word in for you if you like."

Sylvia had offered advice to many people over the years, some good friends, some complete strangers, witches she didn't know who nonetheless sought her wisdom on various matters. Sometimes they took the advice and sometimes not, but she hoped that she always offered it in good faith. She might lose Henry as a colleague at the school... but that didn't mean she was about to lose him to a rival faction. There were other opportunities, if he chose to take them.