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Toby found himself smiling, feeling reassured by the boy. He seemed like a genuine fellow. "Hm. Well, you must know I don't quite enjoy the Gryffindor lot... Too brave and proud for their own good. Oh, and when I want you to play with me, I'll tell you. Rest assured, you'll know." Feeling more comfortable, Toby found himself loosening the censorship on his words. He gave a mischievious grin, realizing he was the wildest he had been in a long time. "But... I'd rather you not misbehave and go off pointing your wand where it shouldn't be pointed. If you're careful around me, we shouldn't have to worry, I suppose." Looking around the room, Toby thought of what else needed to be said. He easily found more to voice. "I have a reputation to uphold. I will not bow into peer-pressure and will not partake in any delinquent behaviour - juvenile or other. This includes breaking any school rules, or contradicting any morals I have established on my own. I also do not enjoy sports, so please do not ever bring that wretched notion up. You must know these things if we're ever to get along." Toby felt somehow accomplished having been able to successfully say what needed to be said. "Like I said, I'm a hard person to be around. But you're going to have to bear with it to reap the benefits." He hoped Felix would be able to deal with his utter pointlessness. Everything Toby had said was more for himself than for the other boy. And like he had said, Felix just had to bear with it.

Toby smiled, glad to see how accomodating Felix was being. Well, we'll see how long you last. "Right. Well, I'll ultimately be deciding whether you're fortunate enough to get anything. So. You need not worry your little head about that." Toby had smoothly delivered his little remark and was proud of himself for that small achievement. Smiling, he basked in his contentment for a moment. "So, have all of your homework done yet? You know, for some reason, I have a feeling the answer is 'no'..." He gave an amused look at the other boy, anticipating a response. Toby liked being in a condescending role, all the while luring others to become closer to him. He had no idea how it worked, but it was something in the chase that excited him. Perhaps it gave him alleviance from his mundane life. However, one thing was clear: if things continued as they were, life would get a lot more interesting in the near future. He could already feel it.

Toby liked being right and finding things he knew answers for made him feel good. He smiled. "Well, at least some is better than none." He looked around for a brief moment and looked back at the boy. "Wait, you mean to tell me I've gone out of my way to acquire the dim one of the family? As for her, she sounds charming. Maybe you could learn something from her. It'd be a start." He gave a cheeky grin. He intended to push until he could push no more, and amuse himself in the process.

Toby reached out to pat Felix's arm. "That's very interesting. I love Science. But you're right, I think I got the better looking one. Somehow, I don't think your sister'd appeal quite to my senses." He laughed. Oh god. I'm being all open... and social... The thought scared him, as he didn't know he had it in him. He was also being complimentary and had just reached out to touch the boy. He looked down at his hand, which lay still on the bed. This can't be happening. But Toby realized he did not hate it. The world hadn't ended because he had come out of his shell. Smiling, he continued. "So. What's your favourite class?"

Toby grew happy as Felix sat on the bed. Yay. Closer to me. "Oo, so casting spells and tea-leaving poppycock. How eclectic. I switched out of that horrid class after a bit. I couldn't stand it. I figure if I ever need to predict the future, I could either make it up or get someone else to do it for me. I guess you can do that for me." He smiled at him. "And a Charms boy I can use. Not too great on the execution, myself. I need help handling my wand; I've no coordination whatsoever." He looked even more gladly at the boy. Yes, I'm a helpless boy. Help me.

"Thanks for the offer, I'll keep you in mind." Toby tensed yet again as Felix's chin came in contact with his shoulder. And yet again, he pulled away. However, this time, gently. At least he's persistent. He smiled awkwardly at the boy. "It's okay, I'm a sucker for all things cheesey. And I can't say it doesn't feel good to be picked-up or pursued. So long as you don't mind if pursue back." Toby was fighting cheese with cheese. This was all resembling an awfully corny situation. But... whatever. Corny things were entertaining things; a guilty pleasure - no matter how much anyone denied it.

Toby laughed. He liked the idea of that. However, the thought of him "hitting" on another guy scared him. He never thought himself capable of such a thing. It just sounded wrong. "Well, they work on me, if it's any consolation." He liked Felix's care-free attitude. He didn't seem afraid of who he was. A confident, strong person was what Toby needed. "Well, anyways, I've got to go post a letter before it gets dark, so I'd better be going now." He stood and stretched. "I'll see you later, Felix." He was off with a wide grin on his face.

((And now, the hectic holidays are about to begin, so I guess we'll have them encounter another time. Happy holidays!! biggrin ))