Eloquence arrived at the Painted Lady only moments after Clarissa, already clad in a fond smile — for she saw Clarissa rather less than her other friends on account of the stringent restrictions at Pendergast. The two had met during their first jaunt on the Hogwarts Express nearly ten years ago, and although they had been separated at Sorting they'd become part of a life-long group of friends — nicknamed the Gillyweeds.

"Please tell me you haven't already had your fitting done", she narrowed her eyes suspiciously as they sat down. For Eloquence had every intention of attending Clarrisa's fitting for her Coming Out gown. It was one of many coming-of-age moments she had to look forward to; and these moments were always best savoured with a good friend.