Thank you for the birthday present. You’re a talented young man!

I wish the news I had for you was better, but I am afraid Ambrosia, Tanwen and Liliana were all aboard, and we have heard nothing from them yet. The Ministry has already sent rescue, and I should not think even a shipwreck could be any real match for your aunt. With any luck they are all safe already, but rest assured I will write again the moment I know more.

In the meantime, take heart, and take care of your sister - as I know you always do.

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