Hermitcraft Harry Potter AU

Chapter Nine: Unanswered Letters

"Mumbo look!"

Mumbo turned to see a little Slytherin bunny bounding towards him across the great hall. He couldn't help but crack a smile.

Grian stopped and thrust a paper before him, shaking it wildly in his face.

"Mumbo look at the score I got on my transfiguration exam! I've never done so well in that class, and it's all because of your help! I could bloody kiss you!"

Mumbo felt his ears burn at Grian's words and he touched his lips unconsciously.

"I-I'm happy you did well, although, um, I'm sure you could have done it without me"

Grian hummed happily and settled himself down at the Hufflepuff table beside Mumbo, too happy to notice the annoyed looks shot at him from some of the other students.

"No one will beat you for top marks though" he declared, snaking a piece of toast from Mumbo's plate, and smirking.

Mumbo swatted his hand, making the silver eyed boy laugh and take a large bite.

"Thank you, I hope so. I-I mean I don't hope that I did better than everyone, I just meant that I wanted to do well because it doesn't really matter if I'm better than everyone else, even if I am... no! That came out wrong I just mean that I-I... I don't know what I mean"

He ducked his head and tried to hide his face as Grian giggled uncontrollably.

"Of course Mumbo, of course. God I'm going to miss you this summer! Do you have any plans?"

"Oh... uh" Mumbo rubbed the back of his neck. "Probably not? My parents will probably be traveling so I'll just be at home... studying"

Grian pressed his lips together as though he wanted to say something, but relaxed his expression instead and gave Mumbo one of his signature smiles.

"Well, if you're going to have some free time then maybe you can write me some letters? And I'll do the same for you?"

He seemed almost nervous as though he thought Mumbo would say no.

"Yeah I would love-uh-like that... very much" Mumbo stuttered, his dread for the summer holiday evaporating in those silver eyes.

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Dear Mumbo
Is it weird being home for you? It is for me. Yesterday some of my siblings and I played a game of quidditch and I broke my nose. Don't worry though! One of my older sister's took care of it. She's brilliant with healing magic!
Have you talked to Stress? She sent me a letter from Africa, can you imagine? I would love to travel during the holidays, but it's kind of difficult in my situation.
Anyways, let me know what you're up to!
Sincerely, the blond beauty,
Grian.

Mumbo smiled at the sign off and picked up a pen.

Dear Grian

...

I'm good

.........

"Oh God" Mumbo groaned to himself crumbling the letter in his hand. "I'll just respond to the next one when I have more to say"

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Good morning Mumbo!
Well, I mean, it's morning for me.
I hope you have been getting my letters, because I haven't gotten anything back, which is fine! Don't feel pressured or anything, I'd just really like to hear from you :)
Have you gotten your supply list for fourth year yet? There seems to be a lot of new things for some reason.
Oh did I mention? One of my sister's was made a prefect which is great for me because now I'll be able to get up to way more mischief without getting in trouble!
Don't give me that look Mumbo Jumbo, I know the face you're making, but you can't fool me! I know you secretly love my shenanigans!
Anyways, I would really love to hear from you, and I hope I'm not bothering you with my constant letters.
Talk to you soon!
Sincerely,
The Pesky Bird

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Mumbo Jumbolio!
I'm starting to think you aren't getting my letters... either that or you're ignoring me???... just kidding! I know you wouldn't do that.

Mumbo rubbed his temples.

Anyways, I thought I would let you know that it's my birthday today! I mean, it probably isn't by the time you're reading this, but whatever. I forgot to ask, when's your birthday? December right? Make sure to let me know. I don't want to miss the chance to get you an awesome present (;
My siblings and I will be heading to Diagon Alley in a couple weeks. It would be really great to meet up with you! Iskall already said he's in.
Let me know if you can meet up!
Sincerely,
Your favorite Slytherin :D

Dear Grian

...

Happy birthday!
I miss you

Nope.

I am doing well...

Mumbo crumpled up his letter and threw it in the corner of his room, where the paper mountain was growing.

"The next one. I'll have a good response to the next one"

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Good day my dearest Hufflepuff!
I haven't heard back about meeting in Diagon Alley yet, but we are planning to go next week and we would love for you to join us!
Stress and Scar will both be there and I know they would love to see you!
Anyways, I'm still doing well, kind of getting to that point in summer holiday where I am getting a bit bored. I think I'm ready to go back to Hogwarts, I miss quidditch practice!
I know you love school so I'm sure you are feeling similar.
Please let me know!

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Hey Mumby!
Sorry to miss you at Diagon Alley.
Hope you're doing well!

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Mumbooooooo
I'm starting to feel like a needy girlfriend with all these letters :D
It's fine, don't worry about it.
Just let me know how you're doing when you can!

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Hi Mumbo
I like your shirt.
I don't know what it looks like but you look good in everything, so...
Have a good day!

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Jumbo Mumbo
Classes start next week, so I guess I'll see you then!
I miss you!
Sincerely,
Not at all desperate.

Mumbo covered his face with his pillow and screamed.

I hope you enjoyed this chapter based off of the actual mail situation with Mumbo and Grian right now lol. If you did enjoy it, please consider leaving a like and a comment to let me know what you think!