"That was smart of you both," she stated. Calla was a strong flier, so Sisse would've been able to assist from above without needing to pay attention to the broom. Edison likely would've suggested as much in a formalized plan had they stopped long enough to make one. "Was your mother angry, too? I know Sloane was grounded for the remainder of the summer."

Being the eldest sibling meant none were permitted yet to practice magic at home, though Alice knew Callum would lord it over the younger four as soon as he came of age. Merlin, she didn't look forward to policing 'adults'. "A proper lady?" Alice chuckled. "That sounds like the makings of a miserable summer. We're still kids yet, aren't we? We don't have to act the part of respectable society members until sixth year, at least."