15th April 1890

Mr. Abbott was Ravenclaw with me! Though he was a few years my senior, we did get the chance to make acquaintance, and formed a fondness for each other later. And I agree with you, those details I shall save for when we see each other in person – I shouldn't like to give everything away over letter!

I assure you this was not Mama's doing, however much it may seem. No, she was a bit put out I think at the fact that he's involved in Quidditch, however Papa pointed out to her that not everyone can be businessmen, and he likes to see someone who doesn't just "mosey on about their day-to-day life". Ovbiously Papa's words, not mine. Needless to say, Papa's approval certainly encouraged her to voice her own. I don't think we'll get many more protests from her.

I look forward to the day you get home, Octavia-Rose – you must try to focus on your studies, however, else Mama and Papa might seek to keep us apart for longer than necessary. We'll make a day of it and go out walking in Hyde Park, then pick up some pastries on the way home and I shall update you on everything, I swear it!