Sabriel reflects on her past beliefs from school, where she dreamed of the Old Kingdom and its magical practices, including Charter Magic and the concept of binding the dead. She envisioned a world involving princes and rescue missions, indicating her initial fascination with the mystical and heroic aspects of her homeland.
"I used to think like that at school," Sabriel admits, revealing her former innocence and idealized view of her world. Her thoughts highlight her connection to the Old Kingdom's magic and the responsibilities that come with her identity and her role within that realm.