"And so it was created in the– Ms. Vance are you paying attention?"

A petite Gryffindor girl looked up startled.
"Yes Professor," the girl lied.

"Then perhaps you can tell me about the cheering charm?" Professor Flitwick insisted.

The girl, Emmeline Vance, thought for a second before a small smile appeared on her face. "Yes, professor. The cheering charm is a spell cast to make a person happy. It was created in the 1400's by a man named Felix Summerbee."

Professor Flitwick gave her a small nod. He knew that she hadn't been paying attention and that what she had said was just part of the girl's extensive knowledge, but he decided to let it slide.

"Now, in partners, you will practice the cheering charm and..."

Emmeline was the first to run out of the classroom when Professor Flitwick had dismissed them. Something had been bothering her and she couldn't quite figure out what it was. Instead of heading towards the Great Hall for dinner, like everyone else, Emmeline headed towards the Gryffindor Common Room, where she would stay. She dragged her bag across the floor and dropped her body into one of the chairs facing the window. Resting her head on the table, she wondered what she should do next. With great effort, she lifted her head back up and pulled out a piece of parchment, a quill, and some ink. Dipping the quill into the ink, she began writing...

Dear Mum and Dad,

Term has been alright. Lily and the girls have been very nice and comforting towards me. Always being there by my side. Literally. They won't let me go anywhere (except for class obviously) alone. The boys have been understanding as well. I really miss you... Even if he had some rough times... I hope you're doing alright wherever you are...

Sincerely,
Emmeline

She sealed the letter and shoved it into her bag. Another letter that won't be sent, she thought. Unless owls can bring letters to those who are dead... She sighed and laid her head on the cold surface of the table again. She closed her eyes, feeling them droop every second passing. A couple of minutes later, she was being awakened by a shake. She looked up as her eyes adjusted to the bright light. In front of her was a blurry outline of a boy with longish black hair and an air of confidence within.
"Em?" The boy asked. "Are you alright"