Uncle Alfred,

Hi. I know you're very busy, but I thought you should know that I was sorted into Ravenclaw house. I know it's not Gryffindor like you, or Hufflepuff like Uncle Evander or Aunt Zelda, but I think I like it. Everyone seems nice so far, and the common room is pretty. I've never thought I looked good in blue, but it's a very pretty color. Deep and calming. I know the color doesn't really mean anything, but I think I would like Ravenclaw a little less if it was styled in a ghastly pink.

Classes haven't begun yet, but I wish they would. I hate sitting around. I know we're allowed to explore, but I don't have any friends here and the castle is so large. At least if classes would begin I'd have something to do, even if it turns out I'm not very good at it. The only upside is that there is an Art class I can take. Do you think Uncle Evander would send me pastels if I asked nicely? I know he has more important things to worry about, so maybe I'll ask Miss Clearwater if she has extras. I wish she was my matron, but it's nice that she's here with me.

Your niece,
Charity

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