Benevolence watched Charley with a mix of concern and amusement as the girl's ice cream indulgence was momentarily interrupted by a brain freeze. She couldn't help but chuckle as well when Charley giggled and declared that the cold sensation had passed.

"I see you've had your first ice cream brain freeze," Benevolence remarked with a lighthearted tone, her eyes twinkling with amusement. She could see the joy on Charley's face and it warmed her heart. The girl's laughter was infectious.

However, when Charley brought up her marital status, Benevolence corrected her with a gentle smile. "Actually, it's Mrs. Crouch," she said. "I got married to Mr. Crouch earlier this year. But no children just yet." The mention of her newlywed status brought a soft, wistful smile to her lips.

Charley's wink and the suggestion that Benevolence save her worries for when she had her own children brought a warm chuckle from Benevolence. She appreciated the girl's independence and resilience.

"No children for now, but maybe someday," Benevolence mused, her gaze momentarily distant. She'd always envisioned herself as a mother, but the idea had started to grow on her recently. "In the meantime, I'll focus on the flower shop, and perhaps sharing my love for plants and books with you."

She reached for her own ice cream, scooping up a bite and savoring it. "So, Charley, How are things going with Mrs. Mann's and her lessons. How have those been going? Learning any interesting magic?" Benevolence was genuinely curious about Charley's magical education, and she hoped that perhaps their shared interest in learning and exploring the unknown might open up more conversations with the young girl.