It is not the fault of the infant, but a dedicated effort on the part of the parents, that produces a Mudblood. Or so we believe. As I said, this is crucial research being conducted at the highest levels of the Ministry, to better understand how they have managed to transfer the capability of witches and wizards to otherwise base creatures. Remember that magic does not manifest at birth. There is ample time for the essence of a witch or wizard to be infused into the body of a Muggle child. The Department of Mysteries considers this one of its most important projects. The sooner we can discover the cause, the sooner we can prevent further dilution of our children's birthright, and the sooner we can, in time, restore our Squibs to their full capacity.
As to the other qualities, I am sure that if you compare gentlemen and ladies of breeding to their subordinates, you will begin to comprehend the differences. Much as one can tell, with practice, the subtle distinction between a thoroughbred Abraxan and one that has been mixed.
I must set this aside for now, Little Bit - I have important matters to attend. Pray think on what I have said. I shall check my book later this evening to see if you have come to any further understanding, but by then, I expect you shall be asleep.
(And ... don't let 'Marie's' insolence lead you away from doing your homework, hm?)
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Date: 2008-10-28 08:24 pm (UTC)As to the other qualities, I am sure that if you compare gentlemen and ladies of breeding to their subordinates, you will begin to comprehend the differences. Much as one can tell, with practice, the subtle distinction between a thoroughbred Abraxan and one that has been mixed.
I must set this aside for now, Little Bit - I have important matters to attend. Pray think on what I have said. I shall check my book later this evening to see if you have come to any further understanding, but by then, I expect you shall be asleep.
(And ... don't let 'Marie's' insolence lead you away from doing your homework, hm?)