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[X] Head to the Voile Library. Patchouli should be feeling better by now.
[X] Bring it with you on a tray.

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Grey takes his time as he prepares the teapot for transport. He adds a few biscuits before taking it out of the kitchen. Now equipped with tea and biscuits, he steps out with the confidence to take on the world (honestly, he would rather face something a bit smaller).

He makes his way toward the Voile Library without meeting anyone else. The maids must be busy outside in the garden. Meiling should be at the gate, and the vampires should be asleep. Sakuya could be anywhere at this time of the day. He easily makes it to the library entrance without incident.

Grey pauses as he surveys the place. The Voile Library, restored to its original condition, is now completely silent. The rows of shelves are deserted, and the only signs of life are a few loose piles of books, carelessly strewn about. For a place of learning, the Voile Library almost seems like a tomb with its silence and dust.

He heads toward Patchouli's reading corner. Thankfully, he still remembers the directions from his earlier visit. The library is like a labyrinth for those who are unfamiliar, and it is still difficult to navigate even if you know the way. He wonders quietly about how Patchouli keeps the place organized, if indeed, it has some predetermined arrangement.

After a few minutes of wandering, he finds himself approaching Patchouli's chair and reading desk. Her cushy seat is empty, but it only takes Grey a few moments to spot the pink and purple wizard. He approaches Patchouli, who is busy examining a heavy tome just a few shelves to the right.

"Good afternoon," says Patchouli without looking up.

"Good afternoon," returns Grey. "I have brought you some tea and biscuits."

"Thank you," she replies. She turns around to face him, a neutral expression on her face. For a few moments, she stares at him closely in silence. Grey manages to stay calm, though her gaze is quite penetrating.

"What happened to the barrier?" asks Patchouli, a hint of worry in her voice.

"I sort of used it up," replies Grey. "I encountered a bit of trouble earlier."

"I see," she says. "I suppose that it is fine, as long as you return uninjured."

Patchouli returns to her reading. Grey waits for her to say something, but she stays silent for next few minutes. She seems completely engrossed in her studies.

"I'll leave this at the table," he says as he prepares to head back.

"Wait," says Patchouli. She pauses, as if in deep thought. Finally, she closes the tome and looks at him straight in the eyes.

"Would you care to have a short discussion?" she asks politely.

The pink and purple wizard doesn't wait for him to answer as she starts walking toward her reading area. Grey follows, the tray still in his hands. Patchouli takes her seat and props the book up in front of her. He sits on the chair opposite the magician, waiting patiently for her to speak.

"There are many questions to ask," says Patchouli. "Why don't you start?"

Grey pauses to think. He can probably start with two or three questions.
[ ] Ask about herself.
[ ] Ask about Koakuma.
[ ] Ask about Sakuya.
[ ] Ask about Remilia.
[ ] Ask about Flandre.
[ ] Ask about Meiling.
[ ] Ask about the fairy maids.
[ ] Ask about the Mansion's previous guest.
[ ] Ask about your dreams.
[ ] Ask about the "old mansion".
[ ] Ask about the Watchmaker.
[ ] Ask about the curse.
[ ] Ask about the youkai attacks.
[ ] Ask about spell cards.
[ ] Ask about the Human Village.
[ ] Ask about the clock tower.
[ ] Ask about the lower library.
[ ] Ask about the basement.
[ ] Ask about his room.
[ ] Ask about something else. (Specify.)

Grey should think carefully about what to ask.