Heh, I had an interesting evening. I met a Slytherin named Yuffie, heh, and she was pretty funny. ^.^ At least, I thought so. She's really enthusiastic, and I suppose she made me realize some of my own faults. Mainly with my father. I've always been so used to his comfort, and he's been used to being my chief provider. But when I wanted to diverge and extend past that protective barrier, he wasn't as willing to let me go. Especially in the beginning. But I made a promise to her, and even myself as I started to attend Hogwarts; I'll grow strong so that he won't need to worry anymore. Even if more tragedy is to come, I don't want him to baby me; we'll handle things differently.
Hhmm... my rose is doing alright, heh, I had to stop Rätsel from nibbling on the leaves. x_x I don't think that he was hungry, but I guess he became a bit curious. Heh, in this case, curiosity could have killed the rose. But it's safe now, I've put it up on a much higher surface. Now, as for classes, I'm doing fine. I doubt I have as much homework as most fifth years, but I am enjoying myself. ^_^ And I'm learning a lot, especially in Herbology and Potions.
Well, I should head off now. Got a bit more studying to do, and then I'm off to bed. Heh, dinner tonight was very filling.
Gute Nacht!
[private]I guess my friendliness had gotten the best of me. Phew, Yuffie almost found out. Hhmm... I don't know, whether I'm ashamed of them, or if I'm just afraid of what others will think. It is odd to have such appendages, but I don't complain. Father made them for me, they're special. Even if I am to part from him someday, at least this will be will be his whole-hearted gift.
No, I don't want them to find out. Too many mysteries consume my mind as it is... [private]