It's true that Ross may have made it possible, or perhaps simply easier, for Demelza to learn her letters but she wouldn't have succeeded in that without persistence. She's a headstrong woman, she has been since the very moment they'd met, and while sometimes that can be utterly infuriating, it's also one of Ross's very favorite traits Demelza possesses. With even less of a judgmental society trying its best to make her feel small, Demelza can now thrive in Darrow, and Ross knows she's capable of more than she may give herself credit.

"We shall see," Ross says, reaching out to bring Jeremy from her lap to his own, grinning down at his son. Jeremy tugs at a curl, though it's gentle enough, and Ross chuckles as he curls his fist over the baby's hand.

He'd considered it once before, when Demelza had first made mention of the studies. Perhaps in the future, he will have the drive for it and more importantly, the time. As it is right now, he barely makes it home in time to fit in supper before feeling like he could collapse right into bed.

"When I have ample time, it could be useful," he continues thoughtfully. "I don't suppose I very much want to remain at the stables for longer than my stay is welcome." Rather, for longer than he can really stand.