four; DEATH EATERS IN KENT

[onlyapparate]

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Dark wizards killing innocents... I wonder if this is related to what happened ten years ago? If my mistakes from the past come back to haunt us... I won't forgive myself.
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I'd like to extend my condolences to anyone who lost or knows anyone who lost a loved on in the attacks at Kent this week. If anyone needs someone to talk to, I know a bit about coping with loss, so... my door is always open.

If possible, I'd like to set up a moment of silence for the victims. I'm afraid I'm still quite new and wouldn't know how to get the word out, but if anyone would like to second my suggestion, I'm sure we can work something out. Perhaps before a meal in the Great Hall? I'm open to suggestions.

These attacks are unforgivable. It is during times like these that we must remain steadfast in our beliefs and band together to move forward. Although we cannot bring back those who have fallen, we can keep them alive by keeping their memories in our hearts.

[scrawled a little hastily]
Your assignments are still due on Sunday.

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Miharu, if I could have a word with you.
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Comments

[tinycaptain.livejournal.com]

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Thanks for the thought, Professor.

[onlyapparate]

If I could do more, I would. Until then, helping the victims' families is the best we can do.

I'm sorry to ask you at a time like this, but have we met?

[tinycaptain.livejournal.com]

That's a good idea.

Probably not... I'm in Professor Yukimi's section. Toshiro Hitsugaya, Ravenclaw.

[onlyapparate]

Ahh, I see. It's good to meet you, Hitsugaya.

You wouldn't happen to know anyone who was affected by the attack, would you?

[tinycaptain.livejournal.com]

You too, sir.




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Hopefully not.

[[Filtered to Kumohira]]

..My grandmother lives in Kent.... I haven't heard from her yet.

Filtered

[onlyapparate]

Ah-- I... I'll pray for her safety, then.

I lost my grandparents at a young age, I hope you won't suffer the same fate.

[yukimi-mama.livejournal.com]

It's gonna be a long week.

[onlyapparate]

I'd say that's putting it lightly but... you're right.

[yukimi-mama.livejournal.com]

Well, there isn't anything we can do about it. Not right now, at least.

[lonelyfall.livejournal.com]

...Hm.

[onlyapparate]

Yes, exactly. All we can do is wait and hope for the least amount of casualties. And that none of the students lose family members to the tragedy.

[onlyapparate]

"Hm," what, Miss?

[lonelyfall.livejournal.com]

I'm just impressed.

[yukimi-mama.livejournal.com]

Hm. I just hope it doesn't come back here, like last year.

[onlyapparate]

O-oh. Well, I'm flattered you think so, but there really isn't much to be impressed about. It's a teacher's job to take charge in situations that could harm his students, so I'm merely doing the responsible thing here.

[onlyapparate]

The incident last year... what was it?

Everyone says "Hogwarts is safe." I hope to God that it proves to be true.

[lonelyfall.livejournal.com]

I do wonder how many of them would actually take charge if something--

Really? You're doing quite a lot to be responsible, sir, and you're a new professor here, right? You don't need to do all of that.

[yukimi-mama.livejournal.com]

The school was attacked right before I became a teacher here. And after that, they attacked Hogsmeade.

[hadmyshare.livejournal.com]

I think a lotta folks would 'ppreciate the moment o' silence, professor. And I know I 'ppreciate y'r opinion 'bout the whole thin', it is terrible.

[onlyapparate]

It's because I'm new that I have to do something! It wouldn't feel right if I just left things to work themselves out.

[onlyapparate]

Thank you, I hope we can work on something. Do you know anyone whose family was involved in the incident, Miss Tiana?

[onlyapparate]

Wh-what!? This school is that dangerous? And I thought leaving Miharu here was safe...

(ooc; strikes might as well not be there)

[yukimi-mama.livejournal.com]

No! It's not that dangerous!

[onlyapparate]

But it's such an obvious target! If it's been attacked in the past, what's going to stop them next time?

[lonelyfall.livejournal.com]

... You really are nice.

You're the other DADA teacher right... Um... Professor Thobari? I'm Fin. I'm not in your class, but it's a pleasure to meet you, despite the circumstances.

[onlyapparate]

Uh, thank you. For the compliment, I mean...

Right on all counts, Miss Fin. I'm glad to meet you as well.

Re: Filtered

[tinycaptain.livejournal.com]

*nods* She'll appreciate that. *so will he, but he's a tough grownup-type guy and not going to admit to emotion if he can help it* Thanks, sir.