Dear Brother [Savin]

[Alina Rusakov]

Dear Brother,

Returning to Hogwarts for yet another year and I find myself worried for you, stuck alone with Father. The Dungeons here at Hogwarts have felt much more home like to me these last few years than the London flat ever has. I worry about you alone there with only one man for company.

I am relieved to be able to seek solitude from the constant rabble of children and siblings under feet. Sharing a dormitory with peers does not feel nearly so claustrophobic as sharing a room with Inna and Talya. Classes are starting back am I am exciting to be taking my OWLs, though also concerned about what this year will entail. I have heard many stories about young witches and wizards who break because of the stress. I do not intend to be one of them, but one never knows when it comes to matters of the mind.

How is work? I do worry about you down that alley.

Please stay safe. I’m sure that the siblings send you their love. Give father my best wishes.

With love from your sister,
Alina

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Savin Rusakov

[Savin Rusakov]

My favorite sister, Alina,

I am glad you are comfortable at school. I always liked the Slytherin living space.

As for your examinations, you will only achieve well if you put in effort. Don't worry about them, If you worry you will not do well work harder, little sister, I did not find the examinations stressful and you are smarter than me, mother always said.

Work is fine, I am getting enough money from it to pay for all the things we need, do not worry about me living with father or working in Knockturn. I am a well known face in the Alley and they know not to bother me, father knows not to bother me too if I don't want his company.

My affection to the others as well and I will pass your message on to father.

Savin.

[Alina Rusakov]

My brother Savin,

School has began to hasten and my work load is heavy. I am greatful to have such good friends in my house who are older and wiser than myself and able to advise me in how best to continue in my studies this year. I plan to do well if I wish to get a good job after hogwarts. I know that there are options for apprenticeships with seamstresses that I could possible take if I do well in my OWLs. Just think, I could help bring in money rather than spending so much on the next two years of schooling.

I could help you so that you no longer stuck in a job that you hate. It would not be a lot of money, but every little helps.

I miss you and look forward to seeing you when winter break finally arrives, or at a Hogsmeade weekend if you are able to take the time from your work.

Fondly,
Alina