A little bit tremble

[alt_hydra]

I haven't flown for such a long period of time in ages.

My middle feels a little tingly, and the insides of my legs, too. I've a suspicion that they're going to ache something dreadful tomorrow.

And the wind was so biting, I don't know how you lot who were watching managed to stay warm. Lots and lots of charms, I expect.

Ron, your new broom is really nice - I guess it makes up for what happened with your last one, doesn't it? It sort of looked like

Well, I am looking forward to tomorrow's party with girls. Only I'm a bit worried I won't be able to move.

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[alt_justin]

What ho, Hydra,

It was actually worse flying than sitting--the wind, that is, what? But sitting still wasn't very comfortable, either. I say, I think I should like Quidditch much better when the weather's fine.

It was bally well educational, at any rate.

-Justin

[alt_hydra]

The wind does make the eyes sting, which makes it harder to see the snitch. I should have borrowed some goggles, maybe.

Quidditch, rain or shine! That's what all the fanatics like to say, heh. But I agree with you about it being much nicer when the weather is fine.

From,
Hydra

[alt_padma]

Well, that's why we decided you lot would all like a nice cuppa when you got back inside. It was much colder up north, though, I'll say that much.

Zach's right, though, between last week, this week, Hogsmeade next week and the second TriWizard Task two weeks after that, we're spending far more time outside this winter than any year I remember.

Have you thought about what you're doing in Hogsmeade? Anything special?

[alt_justin]

Hullo, Padma,

Yes, it was rather colder there, plus we were out much longer, what?

I believe we'll be doing the usual things, in Hogsmeade, thanks.

-Justin

[alt_zacharias]

It was well brilliant, wasn't it. Did you ever think you'd share a pitch with Viktor Krum?

Good on Sue and Ced for organising it.

[alt_hydra]

Who, me? No, I can't say that I thought I would... did you?

Yes, it was very nice of them. Hufflepuff did a brilliant job.

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Hydra

[alt_zacharias]

Too right.

[alt_harry]

It was fun, wasn't it? Even though it was cold.

And you're really good at flying.

We'll have to do it again on a really sunny day.

[alt_hydra]

Probably because I grew up flying with you and with Draco. It's funny, though, because I was afraid to fly when I was little. I was afraid of heights. I bet you never were.

If it's too sunny we'll all get a burn. If we're not careful, that is.

From,
Hydra

[alt_harry]

I'm sure there'll be charms we can use or something.

It's funny, but I never was. I don't think I even thought about it until now.

And being afraid never stopped you from going up, did it.

[alt_hydra]

I had to stop being afraid, first. But Mummy was very good at helping me get past that.

From,
Hydra

[alt_harry]

Well, you'd never know it from how you flew today.

[alt_padma]

Like I said, I was glad we had the idea to put together some warm drinks when everyone came back. But it did look like you were all having fun, at least.

Last week was more than enough winter weather for me!

[alt_hydra]

Thanks for making sure there was hot chocolate, it's my most favourite drink in the world.

I thought Daphne might've helped you to arrange it, but I didn't see her anywhere. I suppose she was busy with other things today.

From,
Hydra

[alt_padma]

It was our pleasure.

Yeah, I wondered about Daphne because usually she's first on-board with something like that. Besides, I'm afraid the cocoa wasn't the best quality and usually she can help with that sort of thing.

Maybe after the way she hurt herself in the cold last week she didn't want to risk it again?

[alt_hydra]

Or I suppose she might've wanted to spend time with her boyfriend, and really, I'm glad he wasn't playing. He's a really, really strong beater. I heard that quite a few teams are fighting over him for next year.

From,
Hydra

[alt_pansy]

I hope you'll feel up for the party tomorrow. You did pull some rather impressive manoeuvres out there, though! I usually consider it a good match if I stay on my broom the entire time.

[alt_padma]

It was good to see you out there and having fun.

Feeling better, then? I told Perks we've got our notes from lessons if you want to catch up.

[alt_pansy]

Yes. Very much so. Thank you. That's really good of you, Padma.

[alt_hydra]

Well, I didn't see you fall off, so I expect it went rather well, all around?

I'm sure that you'll see me tomorrow.

From,
Hydra

[alt_pansy]

Hah. Good point. After all, one can't fall if one doesn't fly.

Maybe I'll join in next time.

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[alt_rodolphus]

Hullo Duckie.

I've been watching your journal with interest these last weeks. First I wondered if you were becoming too idle with all those books, and now I wonder if you've gone and worn yourself out.

Don't forget to make time to send news to your old man, hmm? Else he's bound to worry.

You'll be interested to know I've picked up a copy of Pure Hunger, since you spoke so highly of it. The prose is utterly stilted (that dripping-with-drama style that will hook the most philistine reader), but the premise is an interesting one. I can see why it's caused such a fervour. I find myself wondering if the author is cautioning us against letting mudbloods into the home as servants, where they can be exposed to magic, however indirectly. Your Mother certainly would take it to mean as much, though of course she would never say so aloud, where He might hear.

At least I know what to get you for Christmas next year - books and brooms, and not bracelets.

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[alt_hydra]

I've sent letters along with my weekly owls to Mummy. Have you not received them, then?

I suppose that Pure Hunger gets a little over-dramatic at times, but I think you're right and that's why people like it. It seems like so much is at stake while you're reading, and you don't want to put it down, for fear of missing something.

It's hard to know what the author means to tell us about mudbloods, because we don't know how they came to be in charge. Maybe we'll find out more when the next book comes out, though?

I received almost too many books for Christmas! And the broom I have now is just fine. But I've been wearing your bracelet every day. It's lovely.

From,
Hydra

Re: Private message to Hydra

[alt_rodolphus]

Your Mummy has been very busy. Moreso than usual, even. We're keeping to our own tasks these days, you might say. For the time being, it might be wise to send your letters to me separate from those you send to your Mother.

I'm glad to hear that you can still be charmed by pretty baubles, then.

How are your lessons going? I haven't read your reports to your Mother, you know, but is Arithmancy coming along? What about Dark Arts?

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[alt_hydra]

Oh, I see. I figured that she must be busy, because she hasn't sent many letters and owls of her own.

Baubles, books, brooms, bracelets, bunnies... I suppose I like things that begin with Bs.

I think I am doing the same in Arithmancy even though I'm working more than, and I'm still in the top of Dark Arts. And runes, too!

From,
Hydra

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[alt_rodolphus]

I take some comfort in the fact that your list of things that begin with B does not yet include "boys."

Hang in there with the Arithmancy - it may click with you yet. And good job in Dark Arts, too. I know that Miss Professor Carrow is no slouch when it comes to challenging her students.

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[alt_hydra]

Boys?

Miss Professor Carrow can be very tough, yes. Though today Corey Whitacre mucked up his stinging hex and she didn't even seem to notice. Though you never know with her - she might come down on him hard later for it.

From,
Hydra

Re: Private message to Hydra

[alt_rodolphus]

Yes, one never knows, with her. It's best to stay clear of her outside of the classroom, Duckie.

Do some stretches before bed, and take in a hot bath, if you can. It'll make you feel better, come morning.

[alt_ron]

It was a wizard day, wasn't it?

Thanks. You're right, it's a brilliant broom, this new one. Doesn't change that Finnigan's a berk, but the person who sent it did a really decent thing, giving it to me.

[alt_hydra]

Well witchy, I'd say.

I imagine that Finnigan is probably sorry for what's happened, considering. And yes, that was a very decent thing to do.

From,
Hydra