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[mc_mike]

This attack has been awful on all of us. The idea that something of this magnitude happening here at Hogwarts certainly does make one wonder whether or not Professor Dumbledore has been foolhardy in his belief that You-Know-Who could not harm students whilst in attendance here. If Death Eaters can infiltrate the grounds so easily and commit murder, I question just how safe Hogwarts truly is.

These sad events have had an unfavourable impact on Cho. Of course I would expect her to be upset, just as the other students seem to be, but she really did take it harder than I had estimated she would. She hasn’t mentioned his name at all, or at least where I could hear, but I know she must be thinking about him. There is this irrational part of me . . . it’s irrational; leave it at that. The other part of me knows a proper boyfriend would be understanding. But it’s difficult. How is it possible to be jealous of someone who is dead? I must be mental, there’s no other explanation.

She’s been through a lot and so many people overlook that. Some people lack the ability to empathise, which it’s not fair to her. I know that it bothers Tony and Terry, but she can’t change the past.

I just wish I could be enough for her.

Nevertheless, I checked in with Ginny to make sure she was okay. She always had a soft spot for Hagrid, which I have yet to still fully understand, so I know that his death must weigh heavily on her. When I heard the news, I had to know. I am positive that it was the right thing to do, however, I am starting to think it wasn’t the smartest.

I need to thank Marietta for watching after Cho this afternoon and allowing me to spend time with my friends. I felt like an arse leaving her like that, but in the end, I believe the time apart was beneficial for the both of us.