First Petal

[drivensnow]

It has come to the Ministry's, and therefore my, attention that Hogwarts is in need of some... Assistance. Given the Headmaster's unfortunate inability to keep things under control at camp and even now under his very own roof, the Ministry has seen fit to appoint me High Inquisitor.

I can assure you that this is a very good thing, despite what you may be thinking and on behalf of the Ministry I would like to formally apologize for the events at camp. It is unfortunate that his carelessness would result in such an unfortunate occurrence. I can assure you that while I'm here, none of you will get so out of control.

You may have heard that it was dark magic responsible, but I can promise you that this was a lie made up only to justify a few rowdy teenagers. This will not be tolerated while I'm here, believe me. Everyone's safety is of my utmost concern, and it's up to me to prune the thorny hedges and keep everything nice and orderly.

With that said, I do not tolerate disobedience of any kind, and if I catch any kind of behaviour like what was displayed at camp, the consequences will be severe. This is the only warning I am going to give anyone. I fully expect to get along with every student here, however, so do not let my faith go unrewarded.

Finally, along with my position as High Inquisitor, I have also been appointed Herbology Professor. But considering the importance of the position, it would be best for you to refer to me as Inquisitor Snow rather than Professor.

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[drivensnow]

[His reply comes a little while later, as he's really taken the time to... consider her words.]

I apologize, Miss Lalonde. I never intended to sound like I was belittling you or trying to make myself seem unapproachable. My mission, first and foremost, is the safety and order of this castle and it's students. I came expecting chaos and I have received nothing but from most students. Perhaps I treated those like you unfairly.

I do not want us to be enemies, Miss Lalonde. In fact, I would like for us to be able to be friends.

However, given that I expect others to refer to me as Inquisitor, it would look bad on me if I were to let you call me Professor in class when everyone else won't. Consider my position and how delicate the situation is. I need respect in order for this to work out and I need cooperation.

[seeringlight]

I will admit that this year has started off quite rocky. It seems like a lot of students are very upset at the moment, and being told punishment for certain actions right on the get go and called rowdy doesn't help with the nerves. I apologize for coming off irritable at the beginning. My peers are my peers, after all.
It is true that we do not take to authority too well at our age, but perhaps we can try to be more accepting of it? It would help if you could try to be more approachable, no offense to you. I just feel like that none of us are taking this too well, and by asserting yourself, it is leaving a negative impact, because we feel threatened. At least, that was how I felt.

I understand. I will keep to calling you as Inquisitor Snow.