Augustus smiled slightly, intrigued by the student's thought processes and desires. She was quite eloquent, far better than most of the rubbish that passed for ruling class children these days.
"Then allow me to put your mind at ease somewhat. The matter of practicing and general demonstrations for that matter is being handled. It should be well in hand by the end of the week if not sooner.
"IF a servant is in your care, then they are in your care. I believe that was part of the incentive for servants to wish for being assigned to a student. If you were not to take care of the student, we would begin to wonder at your maturity. After all, it is as much practice for the servant as it is for you."
He wasn't quite lecturing her, but there were several concerns she needed addressed, and he was hoping to alleviate what he could.
"A psychological method is being explored, yes, but we won't be certain of the results for some years. The younger we start working on them, the more effective it should be. If you wish to attempt such an experiment, it is wise to not trust the results you receive.
"Security measures are being explored as well. However, remember, blood traitors could confuse the wards at this point, so we cannot limit it to blood status. Perhaps, in the future, when all blood traitors have been culled and servants are limited to halfbloods and muggleborns, it will work well."
He watched her carefully.
"I am being quite open with you as you strike me as the kind of witch who appreciates knowing where she stands and what she can accomplish. So, what is it you truly want from me? To notice you? To be aware of your loyalties, your ideals? Or was there something more specific?"