August 9th, 1888
Charlie,
I actually think they've quite cooled down. My father seems not to bristle at the very mention of your name. Mum never was that angry. She felt guilty herself, I think. But.. things are well.

I've been able to pick back up with my piano lessons. A lot seem to want to do double time before I return to school. A couple of parents have even asked if I'd be willing to do once a month lessons when I'm home on Hogsmeade weekends. I didn't think I was that great of a teacher, honestly. But, I'll make due, I'm sure. It's always nice to have a little extra money to use for school supplies.

And my day with Sherry was fun. She's certainly a handful of a girl but she's great. I think you'd like her, actually. Her family runs a magical distillery in London. I think her brothers opened up a shop here in Hogsmeade, too. Have you ever heard of Jewell Magical Distilleries?

How has work been now that the fog has lifted? Still busy as can be, or is it slowing down a bit for you now that the aurors are back in full force?
Always,
Ems