Minerva...

[alt_lucius]

I distinctly recall your assurance that the mudblood upstart understood that her journal was a privilege not to be abused.

But I am alerted to her most recent entry. Almost a student, she dares to proclaim herself. And worse.

Furthermore, I quite concur that surely if this "boot" person can find no more suitable topic than his infestations and an unnatural obsession with referring to himself in the third person, he clearly need not waste magical parchment or quill. If he wishes to practise penmanship, let him write on scrap.

I trust you are aware of the unacceptable bent of the posts from the last day and it is only your considerable number of duties that keep you from attending to them more promptly. Or perhaps you have already addressed the inappropriate nature of the offenses, in which case, I eagerly await your report.

I hope the results of your disciplinary measures this time will be more lasting. Obviously, your displeasure, as you so primly called it, needs to be more tangible than a stern lecture.

Comments

[alt_draco]

I am glad you said something, Father. It's very unnerving to have to see what that lot prattles on about. This is especially true of the flea-bitten one, though that other, I believe she's a female, is being very uppity. It's downright outrageous. Why are they even allowed to learn how to write?

[alt_lucius]

Just as we discussed, Draco, it is a sad consequence of rank that one must constantly interact with one's inferiors.

However, that is no reason to question your Headmistress.

They are beneath your notice, Draco. I advise you to concentrate on the few students within your sphere who are at the very least capable of claiming some heritage.

And remember that I am counting on you to help usher those unfortunate students who have been deluded by their families. Take example from that Gryffindor prefect. At least someone in that threadbare family understands the value of their blood's purity.

[alt_draco]

I am confident that Headmistress McGonagall has the situation well in hand, Father.

And is it Percy Weasley you're talking about? What should I do to help him? He's so...old.

[alt_lucius]

Old?

Nonsense, he's no older than Ptolemy Baddock, and you've known him your whole life.

At any rate, he's got the right idea, even if he's somewhat oafish in its application. What we need are wizards who will help remind our more ... benighted brethren that our survival depends on continued suppression of the Muggles who would steal our abilities and destroy our way of life.

Meanwhile, what's this about Harry becoming House Seeker?

[alt_draco]

Well, he acts so old. Kind of like an old man. But I do see your point. It can't be easy for him to come from a family like that and try to set out on the right path.

Oh, yes, it was rather brilliant, really! We had our first flying lessons and Harry made a tremendous dive that caught the attention of Professor Slughorn. He's been made seeker for Slytherin, and he's only first year!

[alt_lupin]

Mudblood upstart?

I know of no such creature in Hogwarts, Lucius.

[alt_lucius]

And I thought werewolves had such a keen sense of smell.

[alt_lupin]

Oh, we do, Lucius. And right now the smell is fairly awful.

[alt_lucius]

Yes, consorting with the filth will do that. But then I understand that your kind are always looking for ways to establish what little dominance you can command; presumably, that's why you seek out such demeaning company.

[alt_mcgonagall]

You need not fear that, Lucius.

I have a particularly - appropriate - punishment for the girl. If she wishes to flaunt her existence, by all means, she will have the opportunity to do so. She will not enjoy it.

As for Boot - well. I will be speaking to the Carrows.

[alt_lucius]

Is he Amycus's creature, then?

Small wonder he has nothing else to write about. Perhaps he could copy out one of the Ministry's pamphlets, if he has no other material of interest.

At least then his journal will contain something educational for others to read.

Provided, of course, he can hold the quill once Amycus has done with him.