magic • j. hale [✓]

Chapter 21

 The pair made their way to Jasper's bedroom, and when they arrived, Jasper opened the door for Ariella, which earned him a soft smile. The room in itself was astonishing. Ariella took a look around and absorbed everything she could see. There was a whole bookshelf dedicated to history, but mostly US history. Then, there was another shelf filled with vinyl records. In a corner, there was a gramophone, which Ariella loved so. Everything in this room screamed 'I'm ancient, and I'm proud' and it screamed 'I'm Jasper's room!!!'

Ariella spotted her bag on a nearby couch and immediately ran to it. She opened the bag and inspected what was inside. Upon seeing all of the items intact, Ariella breathed a sigh of relief. Jasper stood on the doorway, watching her amusedly. A grin was on his face as he observed the young newborn vampire.

"Do you have a study?" Ariella asked, taking out a roll of parchment. "I need to write a letter quickly."

"This way." Jasper said, leading Ariella to a door which was concealed by his closet. Ariella rose an eyebrow.

"I never thought you were one for secret passages." Ariella giggled.

"Well, having a brother who can read minds can be annoying. It means no privacy at all times." Jasper chuckled.

"I HEARD THAT!" Edward yelled from his room.

"YOU WERE SUPPOSED TO!" Jasper yelled back.

Ariella laughed at their yelling exchange. She entered the study and was met with a desk and bookshelves full of books. It was neat, and Ariella admired the room. Jasper left her to give her some privacy, but also to get changed. Ariella took out her ink from the bag, as well as her feather quill. Dipping her quill into the ink, she started writing.

Harry,

Well, at least my guess was correct. Anyway, I think you should tell me what is really going on in Hogwarts. Even though I already graduated, I still care for the school a lot. But, something caught my interest. What in Merlin's name did you do to deserve a punishment with Dolores bloody Umbridge?! Harry, you've got to be careful. A foul word about you to the Minister could get you in trouble, especially when it comes to Umbridge. Knowing you, you probably told her about Ced and Lord Voldy-no-nose. Harry, you already know that the Ministry of Magic is filled with fools and cowards. Be more careful alright? Anyway, life here in Forks is . . . different. I have also changed a lot. But I am afraid to tell you what I actually am in fear that you will misunderstand. There's also one thing I forgot to mention in my previous letter. I found someone who looks exactly like Ced, and I don't like it because I get reminded of him every time I see his face. I really miss you three, Harry. Best of luck from me.

Ariella Swan

Ariella sealed the letter, and cast the same spell she did on her previous letter. After sending the letter with Hedwig, Ariella grabbed her wand and cast the Patronus Charm. "Deliver this message to Harry Potter when he's alone or with Hermione Granger or Ron Weasley. Whenever sending a letter, cast the spell Velumnio to seal it, so that it won't get intercepted."