August 25th

Dear Rose,

Thanks for the owl. Of course I will save you a seat. But I think you knew that and just wanted to test out your new owl. How is Hermes II? Hagrid is fine, and is hopping up and down in his cage now, wanting to be off.

Yes, Hogwarts. I'm not actually that excited, to be honest. James laughs at me and tells me I'm being nervous for nothing, but I'm not sure. What happens if I get the wrong house? What happens if everyone expects me to be like Dad? What if I do something stupid and lose points for my house the first day? I haven't slept for a several nights now. Maybe when I actually start term I'll be more confident. But really, being Harry Potter's son isn't always so great. Although I bet you have the same problem. Uncle Ron and Aunt Hermoine are also pretty famous. I hope I didn't get you nervous or anything.

Your cousin,

Albus Severus Potter