THC - Hufflepuff - Year 2
Standard: 750-1500 words (act 865)
Worth up to 15 points.
Additional Requirement: Includes a letter or a note.
[Pairing] Cedric Diggory/ Hermione Granger
A/N: The Summer before Cedric Diggory began at Hogwarts he was shopping in Muggle London with his father who quite literally ran into Hermione on the street. After a rather spectacular display of accidental magic, Cedric sent her a tattered copy of Hogwarts, A History, along with a note.
August 1989
Hermione,
This book doesn't just mention Hogwarts, it contains its entire History. It's an old copy from our library, so don't worry about returning it. I expect your letter will be arriving before you know it. In the meantime, stay out of the streets!
From, Cedric.
October 1989
Cedric,
Firstly, thank you for sending the book. I have to admit, when you first mentioned the school I was quite skeptical to its existence. Though, to be fair, I still am. Now, I just have a book that contains more than a few answers, and even more questions. I'm very glad for the section on preparing to arrive at Hogwarts. I was able to talk my dad into taking me to one of the supply shops. That is where I picked up the quill and parchment. Also, I was able to exchange some of the birthday money I received from an old wizened aunt into wizarding money. The sickles are so shiny! Anyway.
Secondly, how did you find me? The post owl I searched out was able to take my letter to you, because it knows where Hogwarts is, I surely hope! Do you think when I made those cars squish around me I began having my magic traced? It seems a bit premature. I haven't been able to do anything else since. It could just be a one time thing. Or maybe someone else did the squishing?
I hope this finds you well. Oh, what house did you end up in? Is it everything you dreamt it would be?
Sincerely,
Hermione
November 1989
Hermione,
I'm glad the book found you well, and that you were able to figure how to reach back out to me. And, that you could talk your father into going into one of the parchment shops? Cheers to you! Any question you have please feel free to send them my way. I may not be able to find it right away, but I will try to find it for you. By the way-how did you talk your dad into going to that store? Didn't he have questions on why a Muggle would have need for quills and parchment? Also, the green ink you have is a very nice shade.
I, also, have a way of talking my father into doing things that may at first seem an odd request. After you left the book shop with your mother, I asked him to get the information from the clerk. He was able to cast a 'Reducto' spell and when the clerk was off investigating I was able to see your full name and address from the charge slip left behind the counter. That was pretty Slytherin of me, so I am glad the Sorting Hat didn't spy that little incident while deciding my fate.
Speaking of, I am in Hufflepuff. All the students in my house are amazing.
I definitely believe it was you who cast that spell. I was talking with my dad afterwards and he agreed; it was too strong of a spell not to have been performed by accidental magic. The only other option would be a powerful witch or wizard and he did not recognize anyone in the vicinity when it happened.
I can't believe winter holidays start in a few weeks. I need to get back to studying, but write me back again. It will be fun to have a pen pal! Plus, you'll be able to learn so much about the school before you even step foot on the grounds.
From,
Cedric
January 1990
Dear Cedric,
You were right, those cauldron cakes are delicious! I could almost tell they were made with magic, the way they melted in my mouth. I shared one with my mom, who has a sweet tooth like you wouldn't believe - especially for a dentist! The every flavor beans I might save for some of the girls at school. They have never been nice to me, and I could just see Jessica Hornwagle's face as she bites into a boogie flavored one! It will be worth whatever nastiness she could come back at me with just to see her smug face screwed up in disgust.
I'm glad you liked the records I sent, it is so crazy that electrical appliances like boom boxes don't work there. Maybe I'll have to send you a Walkman next time. I live for music while studying, so if that doesn't work I guess I'll have to find a Victrola before I arrive.
I've been trying a few of the spells you sent me. I don't think I am doing them entirely correctly, because nothing happens outwardly. However, I can feel this tingle that starts in my belly and rushes through my arm like an electric shock trying to escape out of my body through my fingertips. That has to be the magic awakening. It is a lovely feeling.
I hope to see you over the Easter Holiday. My family is staying home because Great Aunt Gertrude is not in the best of health. It's unfortunate, because I was hoping to visit Paris, but it will be nice if I can see you.
Yours,
Hermione
