Chapter 5: Letters

Dear Mum,

I got sorted into Slytherin. At first,I was sad and confused. But I think I will really like it. The other students are really nice to me, and I may have already made a new friend. Do you remember the professor that we saw at the book store? It's his daughter, Eva. Oh, and the professor, Professor Malfoy, is my head of house! The only thing I miss is spending so much time with Ali, like we had planned. Please don't be disappointed in me. I love you.

Shyla

Shyla,

I am glad you are happy, I should have always known you would go your own way. I wish you luck in your assigned house. And Shy, please stay out of trouble this year.

Love, Mum

Miss Hermione Granger,

I am pleased to inform you that your daughter, Shyla, has been sorted into my house, Slytherin. I hope you can continue to support Shyla in her academic career at Hogwarts.

Sincerely,Professor Draco Malfoy

Malfoy,

Your letter was dripping with amusement on your part. I don't care who you are, if I find out that you are treating my daughter with any less respect than your other students, you will have to deal with me personally. As far as supporting Shyla, how dare you even think that I would not support her my child.

Hermione Granger

Dad,

I got sorted into Gryffindor, but Shyla and Justin didn't. Justin is in Ravenclaw, and Shyla is in Slytherin. I don't think I can be Shyla's friend anymore. And it makes me really sad. But as I have been told, Gryffindors are not supposed to be friends with Slytherins. I hope the rest of school year goes better. Please give Mum and my brothers a hug for me.

Love, Ali

Ali-Bug,

I know you are sad that Shyla didn't get into Gryffindor, but please try to be her friend. Think about what she is going through. She is still your cousin. Your mother and I love you very much. We want you to be happy and to succeed while you are in Hogwarts. Enjoy your classes.

Love,Dad

Dad,

I got into Ravenclaw, just like Mum! At first I was a little sad to not be in Gryffindor with the others, but it made it easier that Shyla isn't either. She's in Slytherin. I hope I can make you and Mum proud. I am very excited for classes to start. Everyone in my house is so smart, and they are already making study groups!

Justin

Justin,

Your mother would be so proud of you. She was the smartest lady I ever knew. I am glad you can continue your mother's memory. I love you, Justin. Don't let anything your brother says get to you. He cares for you, and wants to look out for you, but as any older brother, he really isn't sure how. Take care.

Love, Dad

Hermione,

I am absolutely outraged at your daughter's house sorting. Your daughter is a disgrace to the Weasley bloodline! I refuse to accept this outcome. I will be contacting Headmistress McGonagall, demanding a resort for both Shyla and Justin. Prepare to visit Hogwarts tonight, 9pm sharp, if you know what is best for your own daughter. We need to get this sorted out right away.

Molly Weasley

Headmistress McGonagall,

I see it is fit to demand a resort for my grandchildren, Shyla Granger, and Justin Weasley. They were destined to be in Gryffindor, and I will be arriving at Hogwarts at 9pm to deal with this matter myself.
Molly Weasley

Charlie,

I know your wife was a Ravenclaw, but Justin is of Weasley blood. He should be in Gryffindor, where he belongs. I ask you to meet me at Hogwarts, 9pm, to conduct a resort.

Love, Mum

Molly,

I really think that we should leave the children alone. But for Shyla's sake, I will be there. Keep in mind, I do not approve of this.

Hermione

Mum,

Please do not do this. I understand that being Gryffindors is important to you, but Justin is happy. He deserves to be happy.

Charlie

Tonks,

Shyla got sorted into Slytherin. I'm okay with it, but Molly is having a fit. I don't know what to do. I can't handle her on my own. She has demanded a resort. Please come with me, and Remus as well? I am hoping that having other people there might calm her a bit.

Thanks, Hermione

A/N: I know it's a really short chapter, which is why you will get another one tomorrow! I felt like this chapter worked best in just a letters format, showing the interaction between the parents and kids. I have a "family tree" of the Weasleys that I have put together. I will hopefully get one posted to my profile next week (if not tomorrow), mostly for reference. There are a lot of Weasleys to keep track of... heh... ANYWAYS! Thank you to all of my reviewers! And thank you to everyone who has added the story to favorites or alerts, it makes me so excited to see that people are enjoying it! ^_^

See you all tomorrow!

~PurplePygmypuff