'Look, I am used to disobedience,' said the Master of Novices. 'That is part of a novice's life. But he is also tardy.'

'Tardy?'

'He turns up late for his lessons.'

'How can a pupil be tardy here?'

'Mr Ludd doesn't seem to care. Mr Ludd seems to think he can do as he pleases. He is also... smart.’

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The Thief of Time - p34