July 1st, 1888
Sher,
I really didn't think Mr. Whitledge was all that bad. But..things have changed. But yes, it's probably for the best in the end.

And you should stop reading romance novels! Of course I'm not going to be dropping out of school or anything so crazy. I've worked too hard to get to where I am and I fully intend to see school through my NEWTs! I want a career and to be able to take care of myself, after all. Besides, I'm still sincerely holding out hope to get a letter saying I've been stated Head Girl. That is my only goal at the moment. Not running off with a Hit Wizard to be a prim and proper little wife.

But yes..he is quite handsome if I'm going to be honest. And you know it's not proper to ever kiss and tell so I guess you'll just have to use that crazy imagination of yours for an answer there. My goodness, I can't believe you'd even think or question some of those things!

And don't try firewhiskey. Truly, it's not worth it. Though I suppose what your family makes may be far different from what I had that night. Though rum.. well I seem to quite like the taste of it..
Your Friend,
Emmy