A little help goes a long way
Magic was something that didn't come to you easily. The Ancient One told you to be patient but you were seriously doubting that. For the fifth time, the spell fizzes and dissapeared. Why was it so hard? You had the book, understood what it said, but it didn't work for you.
"Focus, (Y/N). This spell needs your full attention."
That's why you asked Master Kaecilius for help.
"I am, Master Kaecilius. I really am. I don't understand why it's not working for me."
The man searched his mind for a solution.
"Perhaps the teaching method is not helping. I have just the thing you need."
You watch as he reached for a hefty, thick book on the shelf. It is bound in leather and looks very old. He flips to the page with the spell and sets it down on the table.
"This book contains alternate casting methods. Please refrain from destroying it, or the librarian will have my head."
You muttered a thanks and look at the pages. As you read, you can feel something warm pulsing throughout your body. Perhaps it was the tea or the incense candles that caused that warm feeling.
Feeling more confident, you start casting the spell. You focus and tried to channel your energy into casting it. The magic circle on your palm is not fizzing, and is rotating slowly. It feels like eternity before anything happens. It looks like there is a faint outline of something standing on your palm. Suddenly, you feel a bit uneasy and everything looks a little blurry.
"That is enough for today, (Y/N)." You feel his hands steady you as he guides you to a chair.
"B-but it was just about to-" You protest but he cut you off.
"It is dangerous to cast strong magic if you have a fragile body. Please wait here while I get some tea. And do not attempt any more magic." Resisting the urge to talk back, you wait for him to come back. The incense candles made you drowsy. You mind began to wander to the warm sensation you experienced a few moments ago. You dismissed it and gave in to the urge of resting your eyes for a little bit.
You didn't notice how he stared or stood close to you. And you certainly didn't notice how he sensed the warm feeling and stiffened.
A few moments later, Kaecilius found you resting your head on his desk, asleep. He took the time to take in your features and he smiled.
How adorable.