Syd barked out a genuine laugh at Edric's next suggestion. "I rather think the year that has passed since the letter arrived means I've missed my window of opportunity. You'll fare better than I will, I'll wager." It wasn't as if his last run in with Ginny had given him any indication one way or another, either.

"I'm curious how you plan to one-up a letter, however." He quirked an eyebrow at least relieved to see a bit of a change in his friend's demeanor.