"And I will see to it that Director Swann has an answer for you as soon as possible." Eli saw no reason to not give the girl what she wanted, and he honestly didn't foresee the headmistress disagreeing with his recommendation. He was fairly certain that Ava would get her weekend off grounds. And as long as she behaved, the courtesy would continue to be extended.
"I am quite well, thank you. I believe it is, in fact, supposed to work the other way around." He offered a warm laugh. "So if you have nothing further, I shall see you another time."
Eli rose to his feet to see her out and, of course, like any gentleman would, opened the door for her and saw her off with a kiss to her hand. "It was a pleasure, Miss Van der Witt."