March 02, 1889
"Mr. Caulfield,
you make an excellent point, of which I hadn't thought of before sending my previous letter. I suppose reading about your actions has, at some level, inspired me. If anything because I have rarely come across a profession which I could see myself pursuing, for a number of reasons that will have a better place to be discussed later in this letter.
Some people choose their work because of the adventure that comes from it. Others pursue, instead, stability. I see myself wanting neither the first nor the second. In fact, if I were talented enough to please those who live in both our world and that of muggles, I would choose to be a writer instead - it is a dream of any writer, I believe, that their words will reach the heart and mind of others aside from themselves.
However, I know this is wishful thinking. I would be a fool to ignore reality for the sake of following this passion. Instead, it has come to me it is best to decide what I want to do upon graduation. As you might know, us, the Lukeson, have been hit with a certain amount of tragedy and this has taken a toll on my grades. This rules out certain works such as aurors and healing. I wouldn't want either, but faced with reality I am forced to focus on other jobs. The Ministry is a place I could see myself working, better than any creative outlet.
I believe the work of a Hit Wizard is one faced with dangers, yes, but also with the prospect of helping people find solutions to problems they could not find themselves. A wizard should never put themselves in danger for the sake of imprisoning somebody who has hurt a loved one, nor should they remain in danger if another wizard escapes prison or begins a number of attacks in a certain area. Working to ensure such wizards are caught and brought to justice sounds like a job better than most others to be found at the Ministry. Perhaps this is one inventive mind speaking, which is why I have decided to ask, directly, of your thoughts and memories.
Thank you for taking the time to send me a response.
With respect,
King Lukeson."
you make an excellent point, of which I hadn't thought of before sending my previous letter. I suppose reading about your actions has, at some level, inspired me. If anything because I have rarely come across a profession which I could see myself pursuing, for a number of reasons that will have a better place to be discussed later in this letter.
Some people choose their work because of the adventure that comes from it. Others pursue, instead, stability. I see myself wanting neither the first nor the second. In fact, if I were talented enough to please those who live in both our world and that of muggles, I would choose to be a writer instead - it is a dream of any writer, I believe, that their words will reach the heart and mind of others aside from themselves.
However, I know this is wishful thinking. I would be a fool to ignore reality for the sake of following this passion. Instead, it has come to me it is best to decide what I want to do upon graduation. As you might know, us, the Lukeson, have been hit with a certain amount of tragedy and this has taken a toll on my grades. This rules out certain works such as aurors and healing. I wouldn't want either, but faced with reality I am forced to focus on other jobs. The Ministry is a place I could see myself working, better than any creative outlet.
I believe the work of a Hit Wizard is one faced with dangers, yes, but also with the prospect of helping people find solutions to problems they could not find themselves. A wizard should never put themselves in danger for the sake of imprisoning somebody who has hurt a loved one, nor should they remain in danger if another wizard escapes prison or begins a number of attacks in a certain area. Working to ensure such wizards are caught and brought to justice sounds like a job better than most others to be found at the Ministry. Perhaps this is one inventive mind speaking, which is why I have decided to ask, directly, of your thoughts and memories.
Thank you for taking the time to send me a response.
With respect,
King Lukeson."
Charles Caulfield