"Or it could encourage certain young men who shall remain nameless to try because they're not known for accepting limitations well," Padma pointed out with a laugh. "But, you're probably right. Although, changing history and not letting wizards die out would also keep the castle supplied with magic." But, what would one baker who didn't want to live up to his parents' legacy do to change the course of events? Padma knew herself. While she would have loved Teddy as Harry's godson, she couldn't see anyone taking the tale of one man as evidence they shouldn't proceed with experiments in six years' time.
"It's not calculated, it's realistic. You're going to have to prove to him that you won't perpetuate the damage your future self and Charlie have already done to his siblings before he'll trust you enough to open up. He reminds me of Bill a bit, that way. Probably the Weasley genes from Charlie." She smiled. "But, while you know I would love to sit here talking theory and hypothesizing why the castle is doing what it's doing, you're going to be late for that lunch if you don't get a move on." She shooed Paravati toward the door. "Go on.