[Which would bring Neville to a grand total of... One? This is bizarre.

But he'll smile demurely and move away from the comment as gracefully as he can manage.] It's making a difference. Or, at least trying to make a difference. For starters, we're going to try helping everyone learn to use the Filial magic defensively -- at least then it'll be a skill everyone can do. ...Considering your talents, I do hope it won't bore you to revisit the basics.