Order Only: Private message to Alice

[alt_severus]

Draco is talking again, at least to me. He is, as expected, doing poorly; his sense of self-worth has been tied up in his ability to be of use for quite some time, and that ability to be of use is now being threatened.

I have done what I might to convince him that his life is not over, but — a task for him in the next few days might help, more than any amount of verbal reassurance. Something to show him that the Order did not only value him for what he can no longer provide.

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[alt_alice]

You would best be able to judge whether he would be a help or hindrance in his current state.

This is not something we can wait for.

Sirius seems to have reached the end of his tether, by the by. Apparently, he's rather fond of his cauldrons. Should I come over now so we can talk rather than hold things off til tomorrow? It's no bother at all.

[alt_severus]

Yes, we have been banished from the stillroom. I cannot blame him; I have been utterly useless all day.

I am questioning Miss Brodie about the logistics. I agree that this cannot wait; I would be content to go tonight.

[alt_alice]

On my way, love.