Dear Luna,
How have you been? I thought I shouldn't write you, because I don't have a clue if you're in the middle of trying to catch some kind of rare and elusive creature. It wouldn't do to have an owl come spoiling that kind of fun, would it? Then, I thought, if I don't send this, I will lose my nerve and we can't have that either. So, I've taken the risk and desperately hope I didn't just ruin the opportunity of a lifetime for you and Neville, whatever that may have been. How is he, by the way? Staying out of trouble, I hope.
I've thought alot about you since that last day you were here. I'm still confused. Please don't be cross with me. It's been difficult sorting through these thoughts while juggling practices and time with family. Mum has gotten much better. She's asked after you and sends her love.
We miss you.
- Ginny
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Dearest Ginevra,
You'll be very relieved to learn that you did not, in fact, devastate a well thought out capture of any magical beasts. You did, however, interrupt me while I was helping him brew a highly sensiti e potion. I became distracted by the owl and added a third teaspoon too much crushed lacewig fly wings. The whole thing turned an awful shade of grey and expanded out over the rim and all over the floor. He was not amused. I did tell him it was you, and he lightened up considerably.
We miss you, as well. I have thought perhaps I made a mistake with you, but I really thought you could handle it. I'm sorry if I've flustered you.
Please tell your mother hello. I have some lovely potpourri Neville made from some local shrubbery that I think she would love. It smells a bit of ginger, candy floss and gunpowder. I don't suppose you could see why?
Xx,
Luna
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Dear Luna,
Of course I know why she would appreciate it. That's just like Fred's natural scent. I'm sure she will cry, but it's so thoughtful of you and Neville. She will love it.
Tell Neville I am sorry about his potion. I hope you were able to finish it successfully.
I have my first game in a week. It's against the Canons, to which Ron still pledges loyalty even though his own bloody sister is on the opposing team! I'm quite nervous, actually. I wish you could be here to see it. I can just imagine you cheering me on from the stands, wearing some kind of ridiculous head dress and equally shocking outfit. I think we will do well, though. We have all practiced so hard these last couple weeks. It's been nice to travel though. This match is going to be in New Zealand. I can't wait to see all these new places. Dad's excited, too. I get loads of free passes, so the whole Weasley clan get to come. It's going to be nuts.
Well, anyway now I'm rambling. Write me soon...
- Ginny
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Dearest Ginevra,
I'm glad to hear that you will have your family with you during games. I can't say I know what you mean about my attire. I wear game day appropriate items to Quidditch matches. Can you imagine if I didn't show team support? I'd stand out like a thorn in a freshly pricked finger!
Neville managed to brew his potion. He requested I research our next location while he did that, even though I told him I'd have been happy to help him start over. It's fine though, since I was equally productive with my task.
I saw a flaming orange ventricular flower today. It reminded me of you. I'm enjoying my time traveling and searching, but... it pales in comparison to the sight of you.
Xx,
Luna
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Luna,
We won.
We won, but all I can think is how much I'd like to celebrate this with you.
New Zealand is stunning. You'd love it here. Where is your next stop? Perhaps New Zealand has some of your elusive critters about. The team and I are preparing to head for Austria for the next match. Til then, practice, practice, practice.
Also, I wanted to ask... Are you alright, Luna? You seemed sad in your last letter. Atleast toward the end of it. Just so you know, I understand.
- Ginny
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Ginevra,
Congratulations on the phenomenal win. I have taken to reading Nevilles daily prophet deliveries and saw the article detailing the match. Seems as though the people are quite taken with your Chasing skills. Im so happy for you.
That feature photo of you is now kept in the inside pocket of my jacket, against my heart.
Our next stop is Australia. This time of year is good for the local plant life, according to Neville. I also want to see if I can catch a glimpse of a Billywig. They are so fast, one has never successfully been caught and contained. I'd like to try.
Habe you figured your conflicted thoughts out yet?
Xx.
Luna
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Luna,
Thank you dearest friend. It was wonderful. It was my first time seeing George laugh in quite awhile...
I have thought about you so much, and have wondered why I feel an ache in my chest everytime I envision your face. Suffice it to say, the first chance I get, I'm coming to find you so I can show you how much I have missed you, truly.
Til then,
- Ginny.
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End Ch. 10
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