[She probably isn't helping her case any. She is, however, painting a very vivid picture in Merlin's mind. And in the process, assuring Merlin that he's exactly where he needs to be. But his own acting skills are good enough that he manages to look more shocked than terribly...terribly amused.]

[It seems there's even more to the story, and Merlin resolves to find it out at first opportunity.]

I've never seen a library like this before. [He confirms the other man's words with a smile.] Or got a chance to talk to many sorcerers or wizards...it was mostly just me.