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Shameless plugging and thanks: My fantastic Beta Cyropi gets an extra hug this week for supporting me during a personal problem. And she gets an extra squeeze for making me laugh with the mirror in Fallen. Review thanks go to Viraten, ironic-humour and Celestial Eclipse.

Recommended story: Have you read This means war! by the fabulously amazing Jeconais yet? No? Then go read, now! I fell off my chair laughing. It's fantastically funny.

Recommended Story Summary: When the Weasley Boys interfere in Ginny's relationship with Dean, they make the biggest mistake of their lives. The witch decides that revenge is in order, and her first point of call is a new boyfriend - Harry.

A work of genius. Jeconais, we applaud you! *applauds*

A/N: Apologies for not updating the past week or two. I won't go into details but a personal problem caused Writer's Block and the chapter didn't get completely finished after Betaing. However regular updates are back. I hope *crosses fingers*

A/N: Whoo, I feel really snazzy by promoting people's fics ^_^ If you can recommend a fic, let me know! Anyway, next letter-chapter for you, I'll stop babbling now.

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Dear Sirius,

I finally made it, after another fiasco with Uncle Vernon. Ron's dad and Tonks came to pick me up this morning, and I was waiting with my trunk. Aunt Petunia had taken Dudley to the gym; apparently her 'ickle Duddykins is all growed up' and smashing other people's faces to pulps.


Well, Uncle Vernon was waiting with me. I think he's paranoid, he keeps expecting me to leave and take half the house with me. I don't even know why he thinks I'd want the house; it's ugly and really badly decorated. Very fitting, considering the people who own it.

Mr. Weasley and Tonks came by Floo. This time they Flooed into a different room, which didn't have an electric fireplace. I think Mr. Weasley was disappointed that he couldn't fiddle with the electrics; Tonks was disappointed that she couldn't scare Dudley.

When Mr. Weasley started asking Uncle Vernon all these questions about the television, Uncle Vernon got a bit angry and started mouthing off again. I think Tonks has been hanging around Fred and George a bit much, because when he shouted, she put a Silencing charm on him. I will never forget the look on Uncle Vernon's face as he realised he was shouting but there was no sound coming out. I could have done with a camera; then you could have seen too.

Mr. Weasley told Tonks off, of course, and removed the spell. The moment he did, Uncle Vernon tried to hit him. Well, that really didn't go down well with Tonks, a fully trained Auror, as you can guess.

I'm not sure what she did, but Uncle Vernon was removed from the chimney and he'll be fine in a few weeks.

We did get back to Grimmauld Place, eventually. I left to the usual threats of 'I don't ever want to see your face again, boy!' I wish Aunt Petunia would get another Howler, maybe it would shut Uncle Vernon up.

When we did get back, I had a bit of a shock, though. Ron and Hermione were waiting by the door, and as soon as we got in, they jumped on me. I almost fell over, I mean, Ron's really heavy and Hermione's not exactly light. I don't know why, though, but when I said your name, she started crying, and Ron couldn't look at me. Haven't they figured it out yet? I thought Hermione was smarter than that. She really does believe that you're dead! You're doing a fantastic job with this cover story, but wouldn't it be kinder to let them know? Don't worry, I'm not going to tell them, but it would be a lot easier for them if they knew the truth. If they figure it out for themselves, is it okay if I tell them?

I still haven't seen Remus. He stayed in his room all night and didn't even come out for food. I know he's not angry with me, but it does seem like he's avoiding me. Then again, the moon is full in a few days. Perhaps he just feels ill. Mrs. Weasley is certainly worried about him though.

Everyone is acting really weirdly, it's like I'm the only normal person here. Everyone is sad, and they refuse to talk about you. When I asked if they'd heard from you, Mrs. Weasley left the room and I'm sure she was crying. Are you keeping this a secret from everyone? Or has something happened that I don't know about?

Maybe she's had another letter from Percy. If I see him again, I promise I'll punch him really hard. He deserves it for what he's put his family through.

That would explain why Fred and George were so quiet too. But they might just be up to something, so I'm making sure to read up on defensive spells and counter-curses. They'd better not try anything on me.

I had an owl, this evening. It was from Cho, 'on behalf of the DA'. She wanted to know if it was being continued. What do you think? I think we should, so Hermione leant me some of her books on duelling. When we get back, we'll keep it going. I was proud when all their training came through, and I know that if Voldemort attacks any of them, he'll be in for a shock.

If you have any ideas for what I can teach them, please can you owl them to me? Or owl them to Remus, and he can tell me. I know you'll have some great ideas.

I'm off to do a little more reading before we're packed off to bed by Mrs. Weasley, so I'll send Hedwig off now. Take care, and make sure you stay well hidden!

Harry

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Have been called 'evil' by my Beta many times. But without giving away too much of the plot, there IS a happy ending. And it's written in letters all the way through. Which is harder than it looks. Ah vell. Onwards and sideways, and I'll see you next week!