"If it makes you feel better, it could be an 'I have lots of books' present." He smirks faintly, sipping his tea, and takes one of her pastries. "Or possibly a 'here's some safe magic to practice without blowing yourself up' present."

He hasn't had the wine yet, but he's planning to share it on Christmas Eve with Bel, and propose the other man should meet Anna. Then she'll have two old men to offer magic advice.