Things weren't quite as boring now, not with the prospect of training. It wasn't exactly the way he usually liked to use his magic - but it was something to keep him busy and perhaps helping, though he still wasn't completely sold on the idea of helping. He did, however, like the idea of bringing down the Dark Lord, and if these children could help to that end then he supposed he could assist.
Of course the very cheerful Marlene who came to find him and suggested shopping was also a means to keeping himself busy. And as a rule he generally enjoyed Marlene's company, even if it left him more frustrated at the end of the day than not.
"So are you shopping for anything in particular today, or are we simply shopping for the sake of it?" He asked her arching an eyebrow at her as they walked together.