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Post by ANNABELLE MULCIBER on Jun 18, 2024 12:35:10 GMT -5
To my dearest brother,
How is Hogwarts treating you since your return? Please tell me all about it! Any interesting events? Any more of those petrifications? What are you learning in your classes? I can't wait to join you in school. It sounds so exciting! Or at least more exciting than life at home.
I miss you so much. I've been so terribly bored since you've departed. Tutoring lessons have resumed, under grandmother's watchful eye of course, and they are just as tedious as always. When will I see you next? Hopefully soon? I am not sure how much longer I can survive this drudgery without your presence.
Post by JULIAN MULCIBER on Jun 22, 2024 21:50:09 GMT -5
Annabelle,
Its barely been a fortnight since I returned to school - you are as impatient as father and I hate it I cannot say that returning here has been entirely eventful, at least in comparison to the Halloween feast of last year. My Professors have been assigning much more work, citing our O.W.L.s next year, though honestly I feel as though they use that excuse to keep us so entrenched in work that we simply have no time to cause trouble elsewhere.
No, there have been no more petrifications of mudbloods as of yet, however as the school now has its hands on the cure from St Mungos I sincerely doubt being petrified is much of a threat any longer... the biggest threat of all now seems simply to be the rumours concerning the culprit. Whispers spread fast here, and rumour ever faster.
You have a lot of questions for someone so little. I have learned a lot about wand lore, which begs the question: when would you like to obtain yours? I assume that you would prefer my company over fathers. I will even introduce you to my tailor, he can stitch basilisk skin into your robes like mine - provided we can obtain the prized material.
I also miss you. If you are bored, pick up a new book. You may peruse my collection if you have already run out of your own. I find keeping oneself busy in the mind does wonders for time. I can imagine just how tedious they are, though they will prove useful later in life, I assure you. Just think on how few lessons you have left.
You will see me once this term is over. You are stronger than to die by boredom.
Post by ANNABELLE MULCIBER on Jun 23, 2024 20:42:39 GMT -5
Dear Julian,
I’m sure life at Hogwarts is much more exciting than you make it out to be and you’re just being a spoilsport, as always. What happened at the Halloween Feast? I don’t recall you mentioning it over the break, or in any of your previous letters. How come? Was it something bad? Has it anything to do with all those petrifications?
I suppose it is a good thing the petrifications stopped now, not that you had to worry much about your safety. Just be careful not to become a scapegoat. You know how much they love to blame pureblood wizards for the misfortune of mudbloods. I would hate for you to get caught up in all the rumours. Although of course you would know better than to get into any kind of trouble at school, right?
I resent the accusation. I am no longer so little you know, and one could say my questions are signs of an active and intelligent mind. And surely I am old enough now if you are bringing up the purchase of my wand, for which I would love your company. Do you think they would let me start school this year? Must I really wait until I turn 11? I am much more advanced in my studies than others my age, surely an exception could be made in such circumstances.
Thank you for the offer. I suppose some books in your collection are of interest and may help fill up the time, at least until you can return. Grandmother has been trying to persuade Father to add some introductory Dark Arts Theory into my workload, in preparation for school. She says Hogwarts is dreadfully lacking in its education on such subjects. Is this true? In any case, I’m sure I could find something on the subject amongst your possessions.
I will do my best to survive the boredom, if only in anticipation of your return home.
Post by JULIAN MULCIBER on Jun 28, 2024 21:23:31 GMT -5
Annabelle,
You know me well. It would not do to spoil everything about the castle to you - as I am certain you will enjoy exploring it more as an unknown, rather than something already explained to you.
Again, you are correct - I did not bother to mention the feast of last year. No matter - I will do so now, and no, it had nothing to do with the petrifications. A mudblood decided to release a swarm of Billywigs into the Great Hall during the feast. Although more of a nuisance than a danger, the creatures caused enough havoc to warrant a severe penalty of House Points lost. A pity, but one that meant backlash upon the culprit.
Being a scapegoat I could live with if it resulted in more people leaving me alone. You know there is a student here that seems unable to stay away from me, despite my most obvious displeasure at his appearances? I am not certain what his endgame is, but perhaps it is simply a cultural difference - he is from Australia.
You will always be little to me, and I do not apologize for it, though despite your littleness you are exceptionally clever. I suppose you take after me, more than father. There is that impatience again. Yes, you will have to wait. I heard you have been spending time with the Notts. How is the family? Do they treat you well? If they do not, I expect to hear about it immediately.
Hmm. Grandmother is right - Hogwarts does not encourage the learning of the Dark Arts as our family does. Although I encourage a solid understanding, I also urge caution. I have seen the aftermath of dark magic rebounding on its creator and it is not a kind magic. I would rest easier, if at all, to know you will not attempt to recreate anything you read.
Post by ANNABELLE MULCIBER on Jul 10, 2024 23:28:15 GMT -5
Dearest big brother,
Oh you are simply the worst. Sometimes I wonder how someone so boring as you could be related to me. I suppose you’re right though, and it would be more fun to explore the castle myself. But that doesn’t mean I have to like it.
Ew! Bugs? In the dining hall? How could the school allow such a thing! Sounds like a disgusting thing only a mudblood would do. They are so undignified. Not sure why it’s a pity they lost house points though? Surely that means Slytherin is even further in the lead as a result? If it were up to me they would have lost much more than just a few house points. Is Hogwarts really that lenient on people like them? I’m sure if I ever tried to pull such a stunt here I’d be destined for an early grave.
Perhaps this boy just wants to be your friend? You have to admit he does have good taste if he does, and you can be a bit dense when it comes to social cues. I’d like to think I’m a bit more advanced in that area than you, so let me give you some advice: smile and be nice. I know those are two impossible tasks for you but I’m sure you can manage.
Oh wow a compliment! Do mine eyes deceive me? Why thank you brother. I mean I did only learn from the best. Yes, I have been spending a lot of time with the Notts. They are all very kind to me, don’t worry. Grandfather is keeping a close eye, you know how particular he can be. Katie is very sweet and we have a lot of fun together! I’m actually supposed to meet another friend of hers soon. I think I heard grandfather mention the Lestrange family? What do you know of them?
Sigh. Fine. I promise I will not attempt to recreate anything in those books of yours. Which reminds me, thanks for the recommendation to go through your possessions! I have found a few interesting reads which have helped lessen my boredom. Although they do not make me miss you any less. Are you sure I can’t convince you to come home sooner? Must you stay at Hogwarts so long?
Post by JULIAN MULCIBER on Jul 20, 2024 23:47:59 GMT -5
Annabelle,
If I am so boring - why do you continue to seek my company? I hardly think that you would permit the presence of anyone boring.
Bugs indeed. Hogwarts certainly is a far cry from Beauxbaton - where wood nymphs would sing in the grand halls during meal times. Here, we receive stinging insects. Clearly, this school is not so sophisticated. Hmm, I can see I was not clear in my previous letter - the mudblood belonged to my House, thus we received the deduction... Not that I care particularly for this House competition - but despite this, we are still leading by a significant margin. I have heard the House points are not the only punishment the students collected - which pleases me as House Points are a communal punishment, rather than an individual one.
The boy is a menace to society, and to me. Alas, I must relent I am not as socially apt as you, sister, though dense may be taking it a bit far. Your advice was not needed - and I will not smile and be nice, if he wishes to ally himself with me, he will need to accept that fact. I will not change for him, or anyone else for that matter.
Credit where credit is due, I suppose. Do not allow your head to grow large, lest your ego overinflate. I am pleased to hear the Nott's are kind to you - as they should be - do tell me if that changes. The Lestranges? That is interesting. From what I have read and what Grandfather has told me: they are an ancient Pureblood house with strong ties to the Dark Lord, and had several members accepted into his inner circle.
Ah, fatigant! I will ignore the fact that I did not, in fact, allow you to go through all my possessions. Which books did you choose? No, I cannot come home earlier - you will have to wait until the year is over. It will pass quickly, I assure you.
You are correct, I would usually not tolerate the presence of someone as boring as you, but you are family, so you are the exception to the fact. Unfortunately I already asked father and I am unable to trade you for another brother, so I suppose you’ll have to do. For now, at least.
Also, I think you misunderstand the reasoning for my letters. I do not write to you due to your captivating personality. You are merely a means to an end, a way to find out more information about my eventual school and classmates. And I suppose writing these letters does help fill up some of my time while stuck at home.
A mudblood in Slytherin? That is surprising indeed. I thought it was supposed to be the most respectable house out of the four. I suppose the caliber of students has declined since then. Remind me, why must we attend this school instead of Beauxbatons? I realize several generations of Mulcibers have attended Hogwarts in the past, but surely if the quality has decreased so much, Beauxbatons would be the better alternative.
At least some form of punishment was doled out to the miscreants, although from what you’ve told me of Hogwarts, even that was probably much too lenient for their crimes. Why they even accept such lower classes into what should be a prestigious institution is beyond me. I cannot wait to grace the halls myself and bring a bit of civility and elegance to its population.
If you insist on being a social pariah, that is your prerogative I suppose, although I do not understand your distaste for all people. Mudbloods sure, but if this boy is from the proper families, what is the harm in forging new allies?
That is good to hear about the Lestranges, although I am not surprised. Grandfather would never have considered accepting the meeting for anything less. Do not worry about me, the Notts have been model hosts and guests. You can keep your wand holstered for now. And even if that did ever change, I can take care of myself. I am not so helpless. After all, I am almost 10.
Well unfortunately dear brother you are not here to stop me, are you? Perhaps if you came by for a visit you could well and truly stop me from going into your room. For now, however, I shall continue doing as I please. I found a few books on Charms which I am currently reading through. If only I had to wand to practice the spells… And there was also a book on the first war under the Dark Lord, a fascinating read, although obviously quite biased in its writing.
Perhaps for you time passes fast, but here the weeks are trudging by. While I like to tease, I do still miss your company dearly. The house feels so empty when you are gone to school. Please write soon, reading your letters is always the best part of my day.
- Annabelle
p.s. I realize you said you would not be able to come back until the end of the school year, but grandmother was telling me about some ball being held over Easter. Surely you can return for the holiday so we may attend? Pretty please?
Post by JULIAN MULCIBER on Jul 22, 2024 21:34:47 GMT -5
Annabelle,
If I am so boring and simply a vessel through which you gather information - consider this my last letter - I will bore and entertain your questions no further. I wish you and your new, imaginary brother joy for the future. Perhaps he can tell you all about Hogwarts instead.
Post by JULIAN MULCIBER on Jul 23, 2024 19:07:33 GMT -5
Annabelle,
Apology accepted.
The boy seems to have gone quiet, though I will not hold my breath in eager anticipation for when he will reappear - he faces his O.W.L.s this year, and it is likely my meagre reprieve is simply due to his studies.
You last wrote that you had read my text on the First Wizarding War? I agree that it is bias - though as we are well aware history is written by the victor. I shall attach my copy of The Rise and Fall of the Dark Arts as well - although equally bias, I understand it as a cautionary tale on where one can go wrong.
... I hope you are well.
- J.
p.s. You mentioned a ball when you last wrote? I admit I do not pay heed to societies occurrences, but if you should like to go so badly - I will accompany you. It would do you well to escape from the house.
Thank you thank you thank you! You are the best big brother ever and I am so sorry I ever doubted you. I believe grandmother has been trying to convince father to attend as well, although I’m not sure if she’ll be successful. Wouldn’t it be nice, all three of us out at an event, like old times?
I appreciate the new book. I will keep that in mind as I read it. I am currently finishing a lovely romance novel I borrowed from the Notts. I know the subject matter is not to your taste so I won’t bore you with the details, but it’s just so romantic. I can’t wait to fall in love! Have you met your soulmate yet? Surely you're old enough now to have met the love of your life, right?
Post by JULIAN MULCIBER on Jul 30, 2024 22:05:37 GMT -5
Annabelle,
I am not certain why I was ever in doubt, but your gratitude pleases me. Perhaps remember this the next time I request a favour.
Has she so? Nice is not a word I would use It would be nice, though if it were like old times there would be four of us yes.
I also suppose he has been rather cooped up in the Manor for a number of years now and is likely rather rusty in his etiquette for such an occasion... However, if our grandmother can convince him for a public appearance, I trust she would ensure he is ready. This family would not survive public embarrassment, and we cannot afford to appear weak.
Let me know what you think of it.
I do believe the sudden headache I am experiencing is due to this very topic of conversation, so I appreciate the lack of excruciating detail. I pity the boy that falls in love with you, dear sister, for they would have to impress me and that is a difficult task. A soulmate? Je m'en fiche. Wait a moment, did you just imply that I am old?
