She might only be fourteen but in our family fourteen is old enough to understand responsibilities and obligation. One of my aunts was even married at fourteen. She's not a nursing babe - she can send our parents letters. Although, I must say I do appreciate your looking out for them. It's a relief to have so many eyes on my siblings in the castle. Feel free to hex Bridget whenever you please.

Only you would truly fancy having a dragon in your dorms. Burnt curtains, crispy notes, the list is endless. Were they that cute, then? I've never seen a dragon outside of textbooks.

Astronomy was always a favorite of mine. I wouldn't have been able to justify it as a NEWT level course, but it was one of those things I enjoyed. There's something special about a star filled sky. I suppose that's one benefit about being home - my skies are still full of stars. Did you happen to see them the night of the coming out ball? It was magical.

Do you think you'll intern at the zoo again next summer? There's one at that beach resort too, I think. The Sanditon? I wonder if they have more aquatic species on the premises since they're so close the ocean. But, perhaps it's not the best place to visit considering what transpired last year. Yes, you ought to stick to Irvingly. I'll try to stop there for you too sometime soon and report back on whether or not they were able to keep the dragons. Is there anything else I ought to make sure I see?

Sometimes older sisters are afraid to burden their younger ones with their troubles. She also might not have wanted to jinx her good fortune. Either way, it doesn't soothe her absence at home. Do you think she'll allow you to stay with her from time to time? It might be a fun adventure for you over the holidays to experience Christmas in London.

There's nothing childish about wanting to remain at home. Your home is safe, a place of love and comfort. Why should you want to leave it behind? Besides, do you think you'll move out outside of marriage? Do you even want to ever get married?

You can do it, I'm sure. And if there's anything I can do to help you manage your classes please let me know. I spent all of last year in the library copying from the textbooks so that I could have some more advanced resources to pull from. I might be able to at least direct you if you need it.

Most of my stories are of drunkards or foolish people with foolish injuries. Anyone of interest goes to the hospital and I'm closed out of their care after that point. It isn't a very glorious career path.

What is this place? Could you pass along whatever information you have?