"Oh, I'm very sorry to hear that." Sisse genuinely was. To have missed the chance to attend Hogwarts because of health was heartbreaking. Every child should get to experience the acceptance and experience Sisse had had during the past seven years. It was as if Hogwarts were a very part of her being now, the stitches woven into her very soul.

"And are you enjoying it here?" Sisse found herself asking, "Have you had a chance to meet a great many people? I'm sure you have, but if not I would certainly be happy to host you for tea."