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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[eighttimeshandy]

For what? I am a student, I have done nothing wrong. [Although he may have to hide a few of his books a bit better than usual, so there is that] And I won't do anything wrong. He cannot imprison me because of my blood.

So what would you do, Aranea? Give him yet another excuse to bring his wrath down upon your head? If he is so bad as you paint him, then he will do more than just give you detention for such an offence. It would behoove you better to comply, at least until you are at a better tactical advantage.

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[taleweaving]

He will use it as a 8asis to keep an eye on you. And then he will keep digging until he finds something he can use. I would keep an eye on Her8ert too, he could 8e in just as much danger with some of your shared interests.

I don't care. I won't sit down and 8ow to his whims when he is so 8lantly wrong. He can't treat us like this, he can't treat Vriska like that. The only reason I will attempt to 8ite my tongue is for her sake.

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[eighttimeshandy]

Oh god, Herbert. [Oh Aranea, if you could only hear his groan. It is not a happy groan] He's not going to be smart and shut up when things get called into question, either. Oh, the lot of you Ravenclaws! You're so smart, but sometimes, you're so stupid!

And for that matter, I would really rather we continue this conversation in person and in private. Filters can be broken, especially by someone of his power.

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[taleweaving]

I'm glad you're starting to see the potential pro8lems. [Obviously she should play the friend card more] And we're not stupid, we just... take issue with people trying to make us 8elieve stupid things. It goes against our thirst for knowledge.

That's fine. I'm heading outside to check on Templeton right now, if you want to talk now. Otherwise we can set a time for later?

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[eighttimeshandy]

You've clearly never heard of smiling and nodding and just how effective it can be.

Yes, that's fine.

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[taleweaving]

I was raised to 8e honest, to myself and others.

I'll see you there then.