Wish You Were Here (Asa)

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Asa,

The feast just ended, but I couldn't wait to tell you: There's going to be another Triwizard Tournament! The students from Beauxbatons and Durmstrang are here already, and it makes me wish that I could speak French as well as you can. According to Professor Longbottom, all of the visiting students will be putting their names into the Goblet of Fire, though it's only open to those of us who are of age.

Honestly, I think I might enter. I'm seventeen, and who knows when I'll get another opportunity like this? Everyone is saying that they're going to, but I mean it. (Most people seem too distracted by the ‘exotic’ accents, really.)

People are already talking about the Yule Ball, too. Do you think that you'd be allowed to come? It's on Christmas Day, so I don't know if I'm going home this year. I can't imagine going to the ball with anyone else.

That's all for now, I guess. I'll write you again soon. Let me know how work is.

Wish you were here,
Lucy

@asa

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dear lucy,

It's interesting that they're having another Triwizard Tournament this year. I hope that you're careful, Lucy - you know what happened the last time Hogwarts hosted the Triwizard Tournament. My aunt still doesn't talk about it that often because of what happened to Cedric Diggory. I'd be upset if you died, though I suppose that goes without saying. Are any of your friends entering? Is Anna? I promise that I'm not just asking because I want to know what the chances of you being picked are.

If you ever need any help with French translations, feel free to ask - I wouldn't want you accidentally putting your foot in your mouth. Just in case that appeals to you, I've attached a sheet of some basic French phrases (and curse words - no need to thank me) to this letter.

As for the Yule Ball, I'm fairly certain it's students-only, so I wouldn't be able to come. I'm sure you'll have an excellent time, though I have to admit I'll miss seeing you at Christmastime. If there's a ball, Lavinia might stay so she can dance with her boyfriend (who, by the way, I disapprove of), in which case it would just be me and my parents. In any case, I don't know why you'd want to be seen with me.

Work has been fine - a lot of the kids went back to school so the orphanage is a lot quieter than I'm used to. I hope you have a great first week of classes! Try not to get into too much trouble.

sincerely,
asa

@lucy

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Asa,

I'll be careful. I promise! I don't know if my sister has entered the tournament or not. We don't really see each other much at school. I don't think Ondina is entering, though. She has been a bit of a

If I'm chosen as the champion for Hogwarts, I'll have to speak with Professor Longbottom about making an exception for you to come as my date. You're not that old, you know!

By the way, HAPPY BIRTHDAY! I didn't have time to wrap your gift last night, so you'll be getting it with my next letter.

Tu me manques. (Is that correct?)

Love,
Lucy

@asa

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dear lucy,

Well, if you find out whether or not Anna entered, please let me know. I talked with her once when I came to your house to see you, and she seemed nice. I would hate for her to get hurt, either. Sorry about Ondina, I think? Well, less competition for you. I don't think I like that.

I appreciate that, Lucy, but you really don't need to go through the extra effort for my sake. I'm sure that the headmaster has a lot on his plate already. He won't want a rebelling champion to add to that list.

Thanks for the birthday wishes. Next year you can celebrate with me, because you won't be in school! I really don't need a gift. You're more than enough of a gift to the world already.

Your French was perfect. Miss you too.

love,
asa

@lucy

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Asa,

You know me… always the rebel. Anyway, Anna did enter, so there's your answer.

Sorry I haven't written you very much lately; school has been absolutely brutal. (That's N.E.W.T. level for you, I guess.)

I know your gift is a month a bit late, but I hope you love it. It's a copy of Hélas, Je me suis Transfiguré Les Pieds in its original French version, though you probably saw that already.

Love,
Lucy

@asa

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mamour,

Hush, you only pretend to be rebellious because you think it’ll make your father mad. I know your tricks, Lucy Weasley. Thanks for letting me know about Anna, though. I need to know how many Weasleys I should be worried about, other than you. I’m always worried for you. I love you.

I understand; you’ll remember I was in your position just a few short months ago. I’m afraid the work only gets worse from here, but you should be able to find some sort of balance, I hope.

My grandmother already took me to see it, but I love the gift just the same, because it’s from you. Can we see each other soon, at Hogsmeade, or do you have to stay behind for your school work?

love,
asa

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