Dear Ginny,
I know I haven't written very often, and I want to apologize for that. I'm not a very avid letter writer and have lost many friends because I don't keep in touch. I'm doing well, though the summer is getting quite long, I'm looking forward to our return to Hogwarts. My mother sends her regards. Of course she has no idea who you are, but she refers to you as my devoted friend who writes to me in these 'dark' times. I'm worried she's becoming more and more dramatic. The other day she almost had a panic attack when I did my tie incorrectly.
My father spends most of his time in his study, as usual. Though he never asks me to do anything, I'm still not allowed to leave the house. At times I wish I was like you and had many brothers and sisters, but I don't think my parents could handle so many.
Your theories on McLugan's wand waving techniques are rare, but I did read a book with the same ideas. It's entitled 'The Art of the Wand' by Alexander Lumnet. I've included one of our copies with this letter. I do hope you enjoy it.
I feel that I must let you know that I am quite surprised that you've been writing to me. Have you heard nothing about what happened at the end of the last semester? I truly hope that you don't turn your back on me if, and when, you find out what truly happened. I consider you one of my closest friends, even though we have only known each other a short while.
I look forward to hearing from you,
-Draco
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Dear Draco,
I hope you don't mind the numerous letters I've sent you over the holiday. At times I feel that you're the only person I can really talk to, even though, technically, I'm not really talking to you. The people here get so wrapped up in themselves and in fighting that they don't take time to live their lives. Yes we can live in fear, but I would rather live my life to the fullest and enjoy it while I can.
Please tell your mother that I hope she is well. She seems like a decent woman, and, even though I've never met her, I find her more eccentric than dramatic. As far as your father goes, I don't think you need to hear my opinion of him, I'm sure you already know how I feel towards him. However, I understand how you feel. My father also spends most of his time at work. Ron and I are stuck helping my mother prepare for my brother's wedding. It feels like we're constantly preparing, but it's not for a long while.
'The Art of the Wand' is a great book, I agree quite strongly with Lumnet's theories, except for the one about figure eight wand waving. I think that's quite ridiculous. You said you've included one of your copies? How many do you have? Do you have a library?
Of course I know about what happened at the end of last semester. I live with Harry Potter. I think I've heard the full story five or six times, but we get excerpts at least twice a day (usually during lunch and supper, he's not fully awake at breakfast). He seems to think he's on a secret mission from Dumbledore, but almost all the Order members know what he's about to embark on. Even though he won't give anyone but Ron and Hermione the details, we all understand the general concept. Yes, I know that you were told to kill Dumbledore, but you didn't. For me, actions speak louder than words. You didn't go through with it and, though your friends and family may call you a coward, I believe it's the bravest thing you've ever done.
I'm glad you're doing well,
-Ginny
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Dear Ginny,
Of course I don't mind the letters you send me. I often reread them in my constant spare time and enjoy your humor. You're not who I thought you were. I understand completely when you say people get so wrapped up in their lives. I've been here at the Malfoy Mansion for over a month and I've seen my father less than five times. Once I accidentally bumped into him on my way to the pool and he looked right through me.
My mother wasn't at home this evening, so I couldn't pass on your greeting, but I'll do so as soon as she gets in. I'm not sure where she goes to, but she leaves quite often. My father doesn't mind if she leaves, but the moment I put even a toe outside of the Malfoy estate I get a lecture that lasts no less than an hour.
Yes, I know your opinion of my father. Don't worry; I know many people have the same opinion. I would probably have the same opinion, except he is my father. I heard about your brother's engagement. I'm sure that horrid French girl is driving you crazy. She seemed rather strange to me when she was at Hogwarts.
I currently have three copies of 'The Art of the Wand', one of which I sent to you. The others are in my personal library; one is the original first print edition and the second is in Italian. We have multiple libraries at the Malfoy Mansion. We have the Grand Library which takes up half of the third floor in the North Wing and the Loft which is a small library overlooking the lower lounge on the fifth floor of the East Wing. In both my room and my parents room there are personal libraries where we can keep our own books or books we're borrowing from the larger libraries.
I'm grateful that you seem to be of a different breed than your companions. I'm sure to most of them I deserve to die, and most of the wizarding world probably agrees. I'm glad to have met you.
-Draco
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Draco,
I'm not who you thought I was? I hope that's a compliment.
At least you have things to occupy your time. I'm not allowed to leave the Burrow either, but here there's not much to do. Yes, Fleur is driving me crazy, but not nearly as much as my mother. My mum seems to think that our house has to be spotless and beautiful for Fleur's parents. I don't think they really care how clean our house is, they just want to meet the family that Fleur will marry into.
Malfoy Mansion sounds amazing. I doubt I've seen a house that big, unless you count Hogwarts. I would love to see it sometime, but as that will probably never happen, you'll have to describe it to me.
This might be my last letter for a while. I think my father is suspicious of my constant letter writing. And, although I refuse to tell him who I'm writing to, he is trying his best to discover who you are. I hope you're attending Hogwarts this year. I'll be going, so if we don't hear from each other for the rest of the holiday, I'll see you on the train.
-Ginny