It's been a long hot summer and Harry's spent most of it in the north learning how magic works in this world. Hogwarts wasn't poor preparation, not really, but it's a different style of magic and, correspondingly, a different style of learning. Fewer essays, some lecture, and a lot of private or tutored study. He's completed his first, big project and to celebrate, he's sent a message to Hermione.
And so, one night at the end of July, a small barn owl taps on her window bearing a message that reads: "Surprise? (Don't smack me too hard.)"
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And so, one night at the end of July, a small barn owl taps on her window bearing a message that reads:
"Surprise? (Don't smack me too hard.)"