A/N: As I'm sure you've noticed, this chapter is quite different from the others; it's completely in letter format. I hope I made it easy enough to understand; I just needed to tie up all the lose ends at Hogwarts before the Dream Team makes its way to Shiz. Don't forget to review, especially about preferences with pairings.
Oh, and for those of you who were wondering, anhydrohydroxyprogesterone is a female hormone. You'll understand later… I hope.
On a final note: reviews. It's probably fair if I explain how the review vs. update system works hmm? First things first, I only submit a chapter after I've got the next one written as well. From there, I like to update around once a week, just in case I get any flashes of inspiration (so I can change things).
Wanna make me update faster? Generally, for every two reviews I get, I'll update a day earlier. Meaning: two reviews 6 days, four reviews 5 days, and so on and so forth. And, while I appreciate your enthusiasm, five reviews from the same person still only counts as one. I really would like to hear everyone's point of views on the story.
Disclaimer: I own neither Harry Potter nor Wicked. I just enjoy tormenting the characters from time to time.
A Little Bit of Magic
Chapter Two: Surges in Anhydrohydroxyprogesterone
Dear Harry,
I'm dreadfully sorry that you couldn't accompany Ronald and I to Australia; it's absolutely lovely. It is far sunnier here that it is in England, and the beaches- oh Harry you should see them! Crisp, white sand and remarkably blue, clear water.
On another note, I thought it best to inform you that we will be returning a little later than we originally planned- actually several weeks later, I'm afraid. While we had an extraordinary run of luck tracking down my parent's new home, it seems that they have gone on a summer vacation to New Zealand; even my Locator charm can't find them.
I truly am sorry, as I looked forward to spending more time with you during your first summer free of your aunt and uncle. Have you heard from them at all? I wouldn't be surprised if the Ministry has lifted their protection; the threats seem to be all but gone now.
Well I best be off- oh wait, Ronald has something to add.
Hiya Harry,
I know Hermione took up an awful lot of room with her letter, so I'll keep this sort and sweet. Australia really is brilliant; I tried this new Muggle thing called surfing- they really are quite strange you know. Standing on a board in the middle of the ocean is an odd way to spend your time, if you ask me.
They talk a little differently down here too. I picked up a few new words; some bloke told Hermione she was rather acting all 'clucky' which apparently means 'maternal'. Well, makes sense as she fussing about sunscreen at the time. Doesn't she know that you can just magic the burns off?
Anyway, hope you're well. Say hi to the family for me (don't even try to convince me that you aren't spending time there).
Your best mates,
Ron and Hermione
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Dear Ron and Hermione,
I'm happy you're enjoying Australia. Uncle Vernon and Aunt Petunia took their honeymoon there; I remember the pictures on the mantelpiece.
And sorry to disappoint you Ron, but I haven't been spending nearly as much time at the Burrow as you seem to think. In case you've forgotten, Voldemort's left a huge mess to clean up here. So, while you two are relaxing on a beach, the rest of us are trying to figure out the best way to go about cleaning up Hogwarts and the Ministry.
So what else is new around here? Well, over the last month I've been working on moving my things into Number Twelve Grimmauld Place. It seems that Kreacher has begun to clear the place out a bit; shocking I know. I thought it would take a very large Confundus Charm to persuade him to toss out any 'Black Family Heirlooms,' even if they're nothing but junk. Not that I would ever jinx an elf, Hermione.
I'm glad you managed to track down your parents, thoufg. I was really worried you'd have a hard time of it. Speaking of which, are there any witches or wizards in Australia? Can't say that I've heard of any now that I think about it.
Neville, Luna and Ginny send their love (they're part of the Clean Up Crew as well.) See you in four weeks.
Lots of Love,
Harry
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Dear Harry,
Of course Ginny's part of the Clean Up crew. I can't imagine the great Harry Potter going more than a few days without his girlfriend.
Hermione nearly took a fit when she read that snide little bit about Kreacher. I'll thank you not to do that again; she was irritable for almost a day, even after she realized it was a joke. It's brilliant that you moved into Sirius's old house; though I expect that you haven't had much luck making the place look any brighter.
Oh, and yeah, there's a bunch of witches and wizards down here, you just have to look carefully. Hermione found them one day on the beach. They took one look at our robes and laughed; guess they don't wear these things down here.
And speaking of Neville and Luna, Hermione's been asking questions. Something about their love for one another? You wouldn't know anything about that would you?
Curiously yours,
Ron
P.S.- Five Galleons says that you find them snogging in some abandoned classroom at some point this summer.
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Dear Ron and Hermione,
Cough up Ron. Luna's off to Siberia for the rest of the summer with her dad. Something about trying to track down Three Horned Snorkbeasts. Is that a Luna creature or a real one? I 'spect Hermione would know.
I'm sorry about the House Elf joke. Honestly, Hermione, you know I would never hurt Kreacher; especially now that we've started to get on. He's quite witty actually; very sarcastic. A bit like Snape really.
I bought a new owl by the way. His name's Reptilus (strange, I know, but I let Ginny pick it. Stupid thing to do really; but she really liked his black feathers. Still, it's better than Pig). No owl will ever replace Hedwig though.
Oh, an update from Hogwarts; we managed to come up with a pretty decent plan. Donations have been pouring in quite generously, but we still have no where near enough money to begin construction. McGonagall thinks it'll take about a year and a bit to rebuild once we have enough gold.
Oh, and I was also asked to send you a list of what you need to buy for next year; it appears that even the Ministry is having difficulty tracking you down!
Asides all the usual stuff, you need to pick up a text called the 'Training Grimmerie.' Apparently the Grimmerie is some super powerful spell book in Oz; there's only one of its kind, but it's been lost for centuries. But, someone has rewritten some of the Grimmerie's basic spells- and they're still ten times more powerful than the ones we're accustomed to.
Anyway, got to go. I'm meeting Ginny in a few hours.
Yours,
Harry
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Dear Ron,
Mother wants you home; she's still quite angry that you took off without even telling her. Oh, and she wants me to remind you that she's having that family supper on August 23rd (that's in two weeks in case you've forgotten). She says she'll roast you if you aren't there.
Oh, and do me a favor and pick me up a Pigmy Puff while you're down there. George says that's where they come from.
Cheers,
Ginny
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Dear Harry,
I except this will be our last letter before we see you again! Can you believe that summer's nearly finished? I'm terribly excited to attend Shiz next year, even though I know I'll miss Hogwarts.
Mum and Dad are back to their normal selves. They were quite angry with me when they found out that I had cursed them. Took quite a lot of convincing on my part to convince them to allow me to go to Shiz next semester. It's weird; in Muggle terms, I'm still a minor. Takes some getting used to.
We found this 'Training Grimmerie' you spoke of. It wasn't cheap (it was bloody expensive according to Ron), but you can just feel the magic pulsating within it. It's quite odd though; I can't read it for the most part. It appears to be in Latin, but all the letters rearrange themselves constantly; have you had any luck?
Oh yes! A few days ago, Ron and I stumbled across an old native temple. You wouldn't believe it Harry; it was actually a wizarding temple! Apparently, Muggles can't read the symbols on the wall. It was really quite beautiful, and kind of puts things in perspective.
Anyway, can't wait to see you! Give my love to Ginny!
Happily yours,
Hermione
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Dear Ginny,
Bloomin cheek you've got there, telling me off then asking for a Pigmy Puff. I found one, but am still debating whether or not to actually give it to you. Tell Mum I'll be there for the supper.
Ron
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Ron,
I forgot how much you love your Pigmy Puffs; if I remember properly, you have a tattoo.
Ginny
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Ginny- that Pigmy Puff of yours? Just chucked it out the window.
See you in a few days.
Ron
Dear Elphie!
Guess who? I'm only kidding, it's me, Galinda. I'm still cross with you, you know, for not letting me to beautify you on the last day of school. Your face has a fabulous bone structure, and you could be so beautiful if you knew how to do your makeup.
I can't wait for next year- we're going to have such a good time. My darling cousin told me that she met a few Hogwarts boys on her last trip to London- she went on about a godlike one called Sheemuss. She was so jealous when I told her we were getting all of them. And, that you and me get to show them all around too ;)
Anyways, I hope your summer's going well. I went shopping yesterday, and bought this completely darling pink gown to wear next year. Apparently Shen-Shen has the same one in green though- but I'll just make sure she wears it on a different day than I do.
Oops, I've got to go now. Mumsie and Popsicle are taking me out in the barge for an afternoon picnic. I miss you lots.
Love you
Galinda ♥
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Dear Galinda,
I did not have a hard time in figuring out who wrote your letter; after all, the return address in on the envelope. Furthermore, may I remind you that you are the only one I know who calls me Elphie, and dots all their i's with hearts?
I was, however, rather surprised to receive your letter so soon,- summer only began seven days ago. Despite everything that has happened this year, it is nice to hear from you, and I'm pleased that your summer is going well.
My summer has been rather dull; I've spent the last week or so cooped inside the Governor's mansion, which despite its grandeur is far from 'homely'. As you know, I don't react very well to water; and here, there has been nothing but rain. Nessa seems to enjoy it though; it has apparently given her some form of inspiration. She's taken to painting with watercolours, and she's actually gotten quite good.
As for having a good time next year, I doubt that these new students will be much different than ourselves. But, one can only hope.
Enjoy your picnic.
Sincerely yours,
Elphaba Thropp
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Ooh Elphie, you sound so seriously when you write your letters. You've really got to lighten up! And you use too many big words- it took me awhile to understand it.
Ooh! And you noticed I dot my i's with hearts? I've been doing that for a few years. I think it gives essays a little something extra, don't you? Oh yeah, I found this brilliant shade of lipstick that I think will look fabulous against your skin. Remind me to give it to you next year!
By the way, I really am sorry for locking you outside in the rain that day. I'm sure it doesn't really matter to you now, but for what it's worth, I didn't know that water burned your skin. I'm sorry your summer has been so dull though- why don't you write to Madame Morrible and ask her to send some nice weather up your way? Weather is her specialty after all!
I'm sorry my letter's a little short this time around- I'm having trouble thinking about what else to say!
Love and miss you!
Galinda ♥
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Galinda,
I am quite unsure as to what I should think about the lipstick. I do hope that it's not pink- as I mentioned last year, I have an extreme aversion to the colour.
As for dotting your i's with hearts, I've always felt that it is the words themselves which give body to an essay, not the presentation. It is also imperative that the author expresses some interest in his or her topic- otherwise, the words seem empty and meaningless.
Although I highly doubt that you hadn't, at least, heard a rumor that I am allergic to water, I accept your apology. All humans are cruel at some point in their lives, and it is not until they realize their faults that they become truly good.
After our disastrous last meeting, I sincerely doubt that Madame Morrible would evenconsider sending nice weather towards Munchkindland; in fact, I would hardly be surprised if she was behind the rain in the first place. Besides, the rain is beneficial to the crops, which the Munchkins rely on as a chief source of income.
Goodbye for now.
Sincerely yours,
Elphaba Thropp
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Dear Miss Galinda,
I hope your holidays are going well, I hear the weather in Gillikin has been lovely. I'm counting the days until we return to Shiz; life just isn't the same without you.
Would you consider having lunch with me some time next year? I would love to accompany you- choose any day you'd like.
With love,
Boq
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Elphaba, what did I tell you about the big words? I had to get out my dictionary for a couple of those, you know.
But, I forgive you. There's no need to thank me, 'cause that's what us goodly girls are for.
OhmiOZ! I can't believe I forgot to tell you in my last letter. I was reading July's Ozmo, and guess what? FIYERO TIGGULAR is coming to SHIZ!! THE FIYERO TIGGULAR! You know, the Winkie Prince?
He's gorgeous Elphie. I attached the picture and article… just in case you don't know about him yet. Even the Hogwarts boys can't compare to him.
Speaking of boys, I got this creepy little message from one of the Munchkin's at Shiz. He asked me out to lunch with him… how silly is that? Munchkin's don't eat…. Do they?
Talk to you soon.
Giddily yours,
Galinda ♥
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Dear Master Biq,
I'm dreadfully sorry, but my schedule for next year's lunches is completely booked. Perhaps next year? Enjoy your summer.
Galinda Upland, of the Upper Uplands ♥
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Dear Galinda,
I believe it's time I enriched your vocabulary then.
My sweet, I strongly suggest that you assuage your apparent surge in anhydrohydroxyprogesterone, for one with the acumen of a gnat could perceive that you have given entirely too much thought to this aristocratic mondain, while I am forced to deliberate with my honorificabilitudinitatibus father the pros and cons ofantidisestablishmentarianism within the states of Munchkinland. One, such as I, could classify the entire process as nothing but a floccinaucinhilipilification, for despite his prestigious position as Governor, few Munchkins respect him or his policies.
Nessa is irate that he would even suggest such a thing, of course, and has become as twitchy as a temperamental dosage of trinitrophenylmethylnitramine. I do hope you are having a more enjoyable time than I.
Sincerely yours,
Elphaba Thropp
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Miss Elphaba,
You are a cruel thing.
Galinda (note the lack of heart)
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Galinda,
I truly am sorry, but you've given me nothing but grief about my vocabulary since the beginning of the summer. I don't doubt that you've forgiven me already, but I should like to hear so from you, anyway.
I read your article concerning Mr. Tiggular; he seems like nothing but an airheaded idiot to me. But, in an attempt to remain optimistic, I will expect the best.
The sun has finally arrived here (about bloody time, it's nearly the end of August!); yet it seems the cold has come with it- not that I truly mind. Heat has a way of making one feel very sluggish- while cool air energizes both the body and the mindl. Besides, I look forward to the changing of the leaves; I find it makes everything look exceptionally beautiful.
Hope you are well.
Sincerely yours,
Miss Elphaba
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Glin-Glin,
Darling, did I leave a pair of blue Lacozte sandals in your guest bedroom? Size eight of course… I think I left them under the bed, or in the closest. If so, would you mind bringing them to Shiz?
You're the best. I had a fantastical time last week.
Love you!
Shen-Shen ♥
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Shennie,
Yes, I found them sweetie. Will do, me too.
Heartthrob in the bible- you read? F.T. coming to Shiz!
Love you!
Galinda ♥
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Elphie,
I used the word indecisive today (and I actually understood what it meant!). I thought you would be very proud of me.
I have to admit, I'm getting kind of antsy now that summer is coming to a close. Misses Pfannee and Shen-Shen visited my chateau several days ago- odd, seeing as I don't remember inviting them. Still, we had lots of fun; I got to brush up on our G-slang and we went clubbing at the swankified Blue Broomstick. It was amazing; completely dark with lots of bright, flashy lights. I don't really remember much else, though.
I think this'll be the last letter that'll make it to you before school starts; we're going to have so much fun this year. Yesterday I went out and bought a whole lot of new dresses. You can borrow them anytime; in fact, I got a few specially for you!
I'm getting all shivery just thinking about Fiyero. There's nothing wrong with brainless boys, as long as they're nice to look at. Oh and don't forget that Madame Morrible asked us to watch over the Hogwartians.
Are you taking the train this year? If so, come find me in Compartment A- I'll save you a seat anyway. If I don't see you then, meet me in the dorm room at 2:00 sharp, so we can go meet and greet.
Love you bunches!
Galinda ♥ (with a heart this time)
I just realized I never mentioned that Avaric and Fiyero haven't made their way to Shiz yet. Don't worry, they'll show their swankified faces soon! Oh, and as for Elphie's big words… I used an online thesaurus, so some of them may not be right. Don't melt me :P
Coming Up Next: Not so merry meetings and a bunch of Blonde-headed Bimbos.