Order Only - Private message to Alice Longbottom

[alt_albus]

My dear lady,

I have in my possession one ring (heirloom of the house of Gaunt, black stone, gold setting, near certainly a horcrux) and one sword (goblin-made, set with rubies, formerly the possession of Godric Gryffindor. Somewhat recently imbued with basilisk's blood.)

Would you care to be present when we apply the latter to the former?

Comments

[alt_alice]

Why, Albus, you know I'd like nothing better.

[alt_albus]

I believe Sirius and Severus would both wish to observe as well.

Sunday, perhaps, given tomorrow's solstice? Some secluded place.

[alt_alice]

Yes. Please.

If it needs to be open air, there's quite a few places on the Isle of Man that would suit.

Would it be safe enough for Draco and Hermione to be present as well? I believe it would prove educational.

[alt_albus]

I would prefer a space without complex current enchantments, yes. For purposes of research.

I defer to your decision. From various descriptions, the primary direct danger appears to be temptation of one's baser instincts of one sort or another.

[alt_alice]

Yes. I see.

I believe they would be capable. I shall see if they would be willing.

We must all know our enemy, Albus, and be prepared to face it -- even if it lies within us.

[alt_albus]

Your gift for the practical, dear lady, remains in full bloom.

Sunday, then. I have no desire to let this task linger.