Private message to my Slytherin students

[alt_savitha]

My dear students,

We have all been through a terrible shock -- well, a series of terrible shocks, really. No one expects sedition in Slytherin House, no one expects treason from the Head Girl, and of course no one expected Our Lord's own chosen son to turn on him in violence.

But of course, neither Daphne Greengrass nor Harry Marvolo was merely a traitor; they were, for years, our friends and Housemates, just as Vincent Crabbe was.

There will be a meeting in the common room tonight for all House members. First, to honour the sacrifice of young Vincent Crabbe and to drink a toast to his memory. But also, to remember Daphne Greengrass -- her strengths as well as her failings. I would discourage any students from disparaging the fond words of their classmates. Please treat this as a safe space and say your piece without fear.

I expect to see all of you this evening after supper.

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Private message to my Slytherin prefects (including Pansy Parkinson) and also Victoria Pummel

[alt_savitha]

(Pansy, my dear, I just wanted to be certain you were included, and Victoria, you'll be helping out with the Prefect duties while Astoria is still in deepest mourning.)

There will be a light punch for people to toast Vincent with. It won't contain a great deal of alcohol but please do keep an eye out and if anyone seems to be seriously overindulging you may cut them off and tell them they'll need to switch to the sparkling juice for the rest of the evening.

I've arranged for the elves to send up some light snacks, as well. Thank you all so very much for everything you've been doing, especially for the younger students, and Astoria dear, you have all our condolences and support.

Re: Private message to Hydra Lestrange

[alt_savitha]

My dear, tonight during the Memorial I would like you to pay particular attention to the thoughts of Millicent Bullstrode, Pansy Parkinson, Sally-Anne Perks, and Blaise Zabini. Oh, and Gregory Goyle, I suppose, though if that boy's ever had more than a half-dozen thoughts over the course of his life it would come as a surprise to me.

Can you discern whether someone is occluding as you are trying to read them?

Re: Private message to Hydra Lestrange

[alt_hydra]

It depends on their skill level, but in general I would have a better sense of whether someone is occluding if I can question them.

Re: Private message to Hydra Lestrange

[alt_savitha]

Hmm, we'll save that for another day, I think.