Chapter 25
Staying True to His Word
We spent New Years Day skiing all day and after that, the rest of the holidays flew by. Before I knew it, Elizabeth was back on the plane to Scotland and Harry and I were back on the train to Hogwarts.
Getting back to school felt so weird. Now that the 1st 4 months were over, the year felt so long. The next time we have break is at Easter but that is still such a long time away. I dunno how I am going to manage all this homework.
And I was right. The New Year was filled with shiploads of homework each night. Katerina, Giovanna, Mirabella and I were often huddled in the library. On top of that there were still Quidditch practices which were ice cold. Our next game was against Slytherin so we had to train hard. I really want to win it badly. But the game wasn't until March so I don't exactly see why Cho is dragging us out there 4 days a week when we could be studying. We had a lot of work to do still. But maybe Quidditch does beat studying…if you're Anna.
One during study period, my owl, Rosella, flew into the great hall with a letter for me. It was from George. I recognized his handwriting right away. I took the envelope fro her and was about to rip it open when I saw that it said, "Do not open until you hear a scream," Scream? What on earth was he thinking? Why should I wait for a scream to open his letter? I don't think anyone is going to scream here.
"Aah!" Or I was wrong. I whipped my head around to where the sound came from. It was Anna, and she was holding an envelope with this yellowish green slime coming out from it. Her hands were totally red and her face was full of tears. She got up and ran out of the hall giving me the filthiest look ever. I grabbed my letter and then started to read.
I told you Anna would pay one day…she doesn't know it's me though. I just wanted to get back at her for calling you what she did. I was considering a howler but I though about what Mum did to Fred last year and decided against it. You have to admit it was clever, Rina. I know you've wanted to do the same thing to her. No need to thank me for it. Have a great day Rina, and I don't think that bitch will dare to bother you ever again.
George
I sighed. When is he going to get it through his head that he can't do things like that? Honestly her is such a child. I am 6 years younger then him and even I don't behave like he does. I picked up my quill and wrote him a reply.
George, have you ever thought of consequences? Just because you're out of school doesn't mean you can do whatever you want…will you ever learn? Although it was stupid, I have to admit it was quite clever. At least you didn't go with the howler idea. And no, I don't think Anna is going to strike again…I hope not anyway. So I guess I have to say thanks. Thanks for doing what I've wanted to do for a while. Have a great day Georgie!
Love,
Rina