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Sunday 27th September, 1998

The Orangest Bedroom

The Burrow

Too long 'til we see each other again, Hermione, way too long. It sounds like Grawp and Neringa are getting more action than we are at the moment, the lucky sods. A girly giant. That's not something I would never have thought of, but good job dinner went well (and no one was sat on,I'm trying not to laugh, really).

Before I forget (again), I have no problem going to Grimmauld Place for a bit on the Hogsmeade weekend. Have you checked with McGonagall? Harry's in the middle of writing to you about all that, so I'll leave him to tell you everything.

Teddy is HUUUUUGE! He's also crawling. Fast. We spent the afternoon inside and Harry basically chased him around the house (on his hands and knees, hahaha). The kid is going to be really good at hiding when he gets older. I don't know what I was so worried about, with Andromeda, she's great. She's also got this really nice tea-set and ... I swear I'm turning into an old woman or something, when are we going linen shopping?

So yeah, it was fun and they're both good. They're coming over for lunch today, with Kingsley. Harry reckons there's something going on there, but George said that if there is they don't know about it. I think they're both right. He's a bit keen, but he's waiting on it because she's still mourning. She likes him too. She mentioned him a few of times on Friday afternoon but not in any kind of lover way, just a really good friend way ... but maybe later on, who knows?

Yeah, I know, I'm doing it again. Have Neville and Hannah got past the flirting stage yet? I might as well jump in with both feet. Dean and that Valerie girl? In for a penny, in for a pound. What about McGonagall and Flitwick? Pince and Filch? Has Seamus got his beady little eye on anyone?

AND WHAT ARE WE GOING TO DO ABOUT LUNA?!?!?!?!

Good. That's got that out of my system.

Love you, 'Mione.

Your Ron.

Dear Resident Genius!

You are a complete genius, even if you are not currently in residence. Reversing the process was exactly what was needed and I don't know how the hell we ever got anything done without you. Also, the cushioning charm is a must, thanks for reminding me.

I haven't heard back from Lee or Angelina and I couldn't give a rat's either way. Again, though, you were completely right (because you're a genius) and I felt much better after replying.

You and ickle Ronniekins are up to something (more than usual!), so fess up. I've got a pretty good idea what it is anyway, and I may well be able to help smooth the way for you.

I'm glad you (mostly) enjoyed the latest daydream charm, and all suggestions have been taken on board – particularly as Ginny made the same ones.

Have a good week, sunshine!

Love

George

Dear Hermione

Just a quick one to let you know that Ron and I have come to an agreement that no one is paying anyone anything. Well, I'm paying for the building and painting, but you two get the joy of dealing with the builders and painters and making sure that everything's done right.

I'd like to get things moving just after the New Year, so Ron's going to have to deal with the everyday stuff, because I'm going to be busy with auror training (I GOT MY LETTER TODAY, YES!!! I start on Monday week!). The first year of training is pure study, and I get to come home on the weekends, but I'll be on site at the Ministry during the week – which is why Ron's got the foreman's job. I get three weeks off over Christmas/New Year, three weeks over Easter and all of September, so we can work something out. I want your floor done first so that it'll be ready for you to move in whenever you're ready. Whatever you want done up there is fine with me; just let me know if it involves taking down walls and such, so we can make sure the building is up to it.

Honestly, I wouldn't think it would take that long and I'm really hoping that even our floor will be at least part done by September, because living with painters and builders tracking through the house probably won't be that much fun for you. Kreacher thinks that there are plans somewhere in the library. They're probably ancient, but I'll still have a look around for them this week because they'll be handy to have. If I find them, I'll send a copy for you and Ginny. That way we'll have an idea of what's going to get done and we can finalise it over Christmas.

Now, Hermione, I've a question. How should I go about this? Muggle or Magical?

Both options have their own set of problems; the Muggle ones are obvious, even though I'm leaning that way at the moment. If I go Magic, I'm not sure what to do with all of the security spells. I can lift them all and then put them back – but I don't think I want that many people to know our location.

Any idea's you have would be great, because when I asked Ron he said "Ask Hermione", and Ginny will probably say the same thing.

Which reminds me! Because of auror training, Ginny and I are going to have to take our holiday in September – when were you lot thinking of going? I did ask Ron, but he was vague and said to ask you (I don't know why I bother talking to him when he's writing to you, you'd think I'd know better by now).

Anyway, time to go. Ron and George are waiting for my letters so we can send them all off together.

Love

Harry