tell me how to stay strong. [Arien]

[Lysandra Nott]

Dear Giant,

I meant to write you sooner but I had been unable to be alone until now. My brother and I keep moving from place to place to ensure our safety and even if I can’t tell you where I am but be certain I’m alright.

I won’t lie to you… it has been difficult lately and I want nothing but to go back. It's rather upsetting to be hiding when we have done nothing wrong but it would be very unwise to return now. I’m not worried about me but instead all my concern is for my brother.

Promise me you’re being careful. I can’t stop thinking about you; wondering if you’re safe. Send your reply with this owl. She’ll know where to find me.

The Midget.

[Arien Rosier]

Lys,

Merlin, it's a relief to hear from you. You can't imagine how worried I've been. You just vanished. I'm just glad to know you're alright.

I won't ask where you are, or why you left... I think I know the answer (to the last part, at least). Tell your brother I'm glad he chose the right path, even if it means I might not see you for a very long time. Also, tell him to be careful, and that I'm willing to help you both out if needed.

I'm having some issues of my own at home but it's nothing I can't handle. Did you hear the big news? Scrimgeour was killed... You-Know Who took over the Ministry, only most people are too stupid to realize. And guess what else? Snape's returning to school as Headmaster, and he's bringing a few of his Death Eater buddies to teach MANDATORY Muggle Studies and DADA. Hogwarts is about to be just as dangerous as the rest of the world.

But don't worry about me, alright? Just keep yourself and Theodore safe. I want regular owls from you or I'll go crazy.

Please, please write back as soon as you can. P.S.- I'm attaching some sweets with this. I know they're your favorite.

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Ari.

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[Lysandra Nott]

Dear Giant,

I had no choice. We had just enough time to pack a few essentials and left as fast as we could.

I’ll tell him if I can. He’ll be furious if he finds out I’ve sent this owl to you. He told me not to but I couldn’t cut all communication. We’re being careful. We have no other choice but to endure the isolation. I’ve to do it for him.

Issues? What kind of issues? And yes- we heard the news on the wireless. I never thought it could happen. I’m scared to tell the truth. It feels like there’s no safe place left.

I feel helpless in here. I wish I could do more than just hide but for now it’s all I can do. My place is next to him. He would have done the same for me. He has to do this because of me.

Thank you for the sweets. They are indeed my favorite and I hadn’t tried them in weeks. Don’t let insanity take over… I heard only Midgets can cure a crazy Giant and I’m too far away to come to your rescue. Or perhaps it’s too late already? You are, after all, sharing your sweets with me.

The Midget.

[Arien Rosier]

Lys,

I guess it wouldn't be very understanding of me to beg you to come back. I don't have siblings but my friends are as close as family; if they had asked me to, I would have gone to any lengths to keep Evelyn and Josephine safe as well.

And you.

What if I told you I knew where you could go that's totally safe? I hadn't mentioned this to anyone, but... I sort of inherited my dead uncle's fortune and his Estate. It's under insane protection; no-one can set foot on the property except myself or my Father, unless we Apparate them inside it. It's been abandoned for years, but it's still furnished and fit for living. I can have it stocked with everything you need.

And you won't have to worry about my Father showing up and busting you because... well, he's currently living in my house. That's the "issue" I mentioned before. I promised my Mother I wouldn't tell anyone in case they turned us in, but now the Death Eaters run the Ministry, it's not like they're going to be arresting him anymore.

Living with him has been... interesting, to say the least. I'll tell you all about it, I promise, but it's too much to put in writing. Don't worry, I'm fine.

Not many safe places left but the Estate is one of them. I know your brother will be angry you're talking to me but please, tell him about it. How can I keep you safe if I don't even know where you are?

Don't ask questions, Midget. I'm starting to like you more than candy; don't make me change my mind.

Be safe. Write again soon.

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Ari.

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[Lysandra Nott]

Dear Giant,

It’s better if you don’t beg. It would be too difficult not to give in.

Thank you. It sounds almost ideal and I could see it would be the last place to search for us. I’ll have to talk to Theo and reason with him. It’s a decision I cannot make alone.

Your Father is living with you and your Mother? I wouldn’t have imagined it but as long as you’re safe I’ll do my best not to be overly concerned. And I suppose that describing it as “interesting” is better than other words that come to mind.

And yes- I expect to hear all about it when we see each other. I’ll find a moment to reason with him but I assure you I’m well. I’m more worried about my brother since I doubt the Dark Lord is recruiting ginger Midgets for his army.

You’re starting to like me more than candy? It’s a shocking revelation, Giant. How do you expect me not to ask questions? It made no sense considering I always thought I stood no chance against candy.

The Midget.

[Arien Rosier]

Lys,

Tell him I said to trust me. I wouldn't let anything happen to either of you.

Yes- the infamous Rodolphus Lestrange has officially moved in. It's a LONG story, Midget. I'm still not sure how to feel about everything, to be honest. You might say the first few times we had been alone together weren't exactly perfect bonding moments.

I don't know, Lys. He recruited Malfoy. I think he'd be happy to recruit just about anyone. But in all seriousness, I'm worried for your brother too.

I did say 'starting to' didn't I? I haven't lost ALL common sense yet.

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Ari.

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[Lysandra Nott]

Dear Giant,

It’s difficult for us to trust but I know I’ve no reason to be concerned. If I trust you then he’ll have a little faith.

I understand. I suppose it takes time even though I can't imagine how it feels. Be patient… perhaps things will improve. If he gets too difficult tell him he’ll have to deal with me. That should convince him to behave.

Oh I doubt it! Can you even imagine it? I would look ridiculous in those black robes.

And even if you’re just “starting” to like me better it’s enough to be worried.

The Midget.

[Arien Rosier]

Lys,

I can give it a try. I know the thought of a Ginger Midget gives ME nightmares so I suppose it might work on my Father as well. But if it doesn't, I appreciate it all the same.

You're right. What was I thinking? I'm sure Voldemort only has robes made for normal-sized people. He'll have to buy yours specially from the kids' section but I don't think he'll have time now he's running the wizarding world and all.

Yes, I know... that joke was only a LITTLE funny. Be sure I'm taking the situation seriously.

Never fear, my Midget. I'll try not to lose my mind completely but it's a little difficult when you're so far away. If I go crazy it's all your fault; Midgets should not abandon their Giants for this long.

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Ari.

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[Lysandra Nott]

Dear Giant,

If he is also a Giant then he might have more than enough reasons to fear.

Exactly my point! I’m an extremely demanding Midget and I won’t accept to walk around in over-sized robes. I want my own custom-made robes and if he can’t provide them then I’m afraid I can’t join his noble cause.

If we can’t laugh in times like this we’re doomed, Giant. On that note: you can’t join him either. You said he only has robes for normal-sized people so that rules you out as well. xD

Oh? You’re MY Giant now? I don’t remember discussing it with you. I hope you know that means you can’t replace me with another Midget or else I’ll be devastated.

The Midget.

[Arien Rosier]

Lys,

He's certainly a Giant; we're pretty much the same height. And I guess you're right about it because he went for my Mom, after all, and she's a Midget herself.

I have the feeling you and I were doomed to meet. It was written in the stars or some crap like that (don't ask me, ask Trelawney- she'll know).

I have a better chance joining him than you do. He could just take two robes and sew them together. But I don't think he'll want me anyway; something tells me he'd get tired of my CHARMING personality all too quickly. Oh well.

I don't recall there being a rule that says I can't trade in my Midget... then again, I'm not exactly familiar with A LOT of rules, so you might be right about it. Though something you said confuses me; how could you be devastated? Let's not forget you're half Ginger, half Midget, and Gingers are soulless. True story. ;]

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Ari.

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[Lysandra Nott]

Dear Giant,

I knew I was correct! Giants and Midgets belong together. Of course, I suspect the ones with the dependency issues are the Giants.

Doomed to meet… how charming! I don’t think Trelawney will want to explain me after I told her the subject lacked of accuracy and scientific validation so I’ll have to believe you.

If you ever run out of topics to discuss with your Father then you can ask him about the wardrobe inconvenients. And I suppose it’s true… I almost, almost, feel bad for the Dark Lord.

I’m right about it, Rosier. It’s the 3547465 rule of the Midget Handbook. You can’t trade your Midget no matter what. If I die you can’t ever have another one again. Silly man, we aren't soulless. It’s common knowledge that we earn a freckle for every soul we steal. Do the math, Giant.

The Midget.