Private Message to Poppy Pomfrey

[alt_horace]

Poppy,

I'm sure you won't see this until morning, but I happen to be awake and--well, while I am certain Healer Kerr would be happy to assist, it's not the sort of thing one wishes to--that is, you are already more than aware of my particulars.

I've run quite low on the paregoric tincture (particularly after today's wedding feast). If it's not too much trouble, could I arrange to get a resupply from you this week? I understand you've been staying not too far from the castle.

Presumably you saw Herself's message to us all this evening? Thank Merlin you no longer need pay her missives the slightest heed.

I wonder how she will feel when I share my gastric diary with her as adequate indication of how I've spent my holiday.

Well, do let me know if you've the time to mix up a fresh batch. Might as well stock up on the other, as well, while we're at it.

Otherwise, I hope you are well, dear lady.

Horace

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[alt_poppy]

Oh, Horace. Yes, of course. Of course. I have what you require and will package both items--for gentle softening and for quick stoppage. I'll bottle a bit of your other, as well, for proper flow. Just to be sure you have enough to see you through the term.

I am, indeed, staying conveniently close to the castle. At Tilda Sprout's farm: she's quite kind to her lodgers. I've always recommended her when someone's wished to come for a visit and wanted to stay nearby. So much nicer than any of the options in Hogsmeade. You could stop in here today, if you know the way. Or I could meet you at the Broomsticks or somewhere else in the village, if you prefer.