Private message to Mr Marvolo

[alt_antonin]

Your rank offers you certain privileges; I will not attempt to stop you leaving school grounds on the weekend -- nor bringing your friends with you -- but I would very much appreciate you letting me know in advance the next time you decide to do so. Things could be quite awkward otherwise, should someone come looking for you, and I would not wish to see nor experience the aftermath should you get hurt on such an excursion.

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[alt_harry]

Yes, sir.

[alt_antonin]

Thank you. It will ease my mind considerably to know at least vaguely where you are.

[alt_antonin]

I am aware that you are finding things difficult of late. I cannot blame you; anyone with eyes to see can realise how far off the rails your

The transition into adulthood is a difficult one for anyone, much less someone in your position; I can only imagine how trying you must find it to examine every overture for what hidden agenda the offerer might bear. You are undoubtedly also familiar with people telling you they have no agenda. I will not insult you by pretending that I do not. I cannot promise you I have only your best interests in mind. I dearly wish I could, but you know as well as I do the constraints under which I must operate. But to the extent to which it is possible, and as far as I can, I will do whatever I can to serve you. You are better

[alt_harry]

There was something I asked you about a little over a week ago.

If I could at least borrow the item, even for an hour, I would very much appreciate it.

[alt_antonin]

Why don't you stop by my office Monday afternoon and we can discuss it.

[alt_harry]

Yes, sir. I'll see you on Monday.