Surprise (Susan)

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Hey @susanvictoria,

I have a request to make of you. The Yule Ball is Christmas Day. I'm not scheduled to come home until New Years. But... I am coming home early to go to the ball with Andy. But I am realizing that I need an inside man. My mom said her dress is green and she is getting me dress robes to match. But I need your help to make sure my entrance is not expected and ... Happening at the right time, I guess.

Can you help me with that?

Thanks,

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Phil!

Ohmygoshohmygoshohmygosh! I’m so excited for this I can hardly contain myself! You’re lucky I was not with Andy when your owl came; I let out a squeak of delight! Andy has been down lately; I’ve tried getting her to tell me what it is but unfortunately I have been unsuccessful as well. It’s not ALL the time if that makes you feel any better; the other day she was a kind and wonderful comfort to me in the library. 

Yule Ball starts at 8 o’clock on the 25th of December, I think you should come a tiny bit late after everyone else has gone into the Great Hall so that Andy is not expecting you to show up. If you show up before, I think the surprise would still be effective, but less...magical, do you know what I mean? I’ve seen Andy’s dress by the way; you’ll LOVE it. Won’t get anything else out of me though  

Let me know what you think! 

Best, 

Susan 

@philiplongbottom

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@susanvictoria,

I am glad you are excited about it! I agree with coming in late, that would probably have the best effect. You sure you couldn't tell me what kind of... jewlery she is wearing? Or something?

It is relieving to hear that she isn't miserable. I have been really worried about her. Still am. I love that you are such good friends with her, Thank you. Honestly, knowing that you and Anna are there for her helps me get through being away from her. So, Thanks.

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Phil,

You are most welcome - I love Andy like she is my own sister; she was really the only person who could comfort me after Braelynn’s death. I think that it must have a lot to do with that, and with you not being here. But seriously, DO NOT FEEL GUILTY about taking the opportunity to go to Castlebruxo. I think it’s so amazing you were chosen and I know you’re learning loads more about the world of Herbology there. I bet your father would have loved to come with you if you know...he wasn’t headmaster. 

You will get NOTHING out of me on Andy’s outfit other than confirmation that it is indeed green. My lips are sealed! If you want to bring her something, maybe a necklace, from South America that would compliment the green, I think that would be just lovely.  

Should I try to convince one of my friends to take Andy and let him in on the idea? Or I can suggest to her we go as a group of stag ladies, what do you think works better? 

Susan



@philiplongbottom 

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@susanvictoria

Pretty sure you are one of the reasons she is holding it together. Something is up with her. But she said she was doing a favor for you that is helping her a lot. So, whatever it is. Thanks.

Green. Fine. Be that way. I'll find her something spectacular, in addition to what I already have for her. giving jewelry is romantic right?

Well if you could find someone who doesn't mind getting left alone, I think that would be best. I don't want her to feel left out or anything. NOT that going stag with you would be left out! That is not what I am saying.. I just... You know what... You do what you think is best.

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Phil,

Andy would kill me if I told you anything about her Yule Ball attire, even though she thinks you’re not coming. She wouldn’t want you to get jealous of whoever accompanies her to the ball; but I’ll bring the idea of going with a group instead of with dates and see how she feels about it. I try not to bring it up a lot though - she misses you terribly and I can just see the sadness in her eyes when she thinks you’re not going to be there. That’s what will make the surprise all the more special!

I wish there was a way certain alumni of the school could attend the ball; you’d think if someone was Head Boy they’d be allowed to come back right? But nope, unfortunately not. Oh well, there will be more balls at least in my future.

So let’s get a specific time down. What about nine o’clock? That’s when I’m hearing the dancing will start; dinner's at eight but really wouldn’t it be more magical if you came in as the dancing began. Andy’s just over on the side, staring wistfully at the swirling partners just wishing you were there….oh I’m getting tears in my eyes, I’m just so excited!

Susan

@philiplongbottom

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@susanvictoria

A group might be a better idea. Good thinking. Let's plan for 9. I'll just come down the stairs, looking fabulous. Then Andy will turn and see me and get these little stars in her eyes and a little smile on her face... You're right. We shouldn't talk about it right now. I still have just under 4 weeks to go. Even though Andy thinks it is 5.... Ah, this is going to be so fun!

Oh, a certain Head Boy has caught the lady's eye. Perhaps he could get a job at the ministry for a week so he could come dance with you? Don't worry, Susan, I'll save a dance for you.

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Phil,

I agree - I think group date might be the best choice.  Though there is a nice Bauxbatons boy here that I might ask should C-the alumni not be able to go to the ball.  I don't know; he's a Mediwizzard in training, so perhaps they'll need some of those on hand for the first task?  Just a thought; he said he'd ask but I don't hold out much hope unfortunately.  However, the perk of being royal is that there are plenty of balls for me to attend, possibly with him, in the future.

As we get closer to the date, let me know if there's anything you want me to do to set up the surprise.  I'm so excited!

Best,
Susan



@philiplongbottom