Y'all remember the potion I mentioned last issue? The unknown one from the DoM? Well, it was still there when I returned the borrowed item! Needless to say, while it didn't get me out of detention, it did end up making Professor Snape's day! He's still examining it to find out what it is, but I know he'll figure it out.
Speaking of Professor Snape... I also managed to get some rare potions ingredients for him. Well, how else am I supposed to get him to talk about being a Death Eater?! Man is the ultimate Slytherin and we all know that adage of "I scratch your back, you scratch mine". Between the potion and ingredients, he was in a good enough mood to just scowl at me as I asked him to reply to letters. Although... I'm not holding my breath on escaping this detention-free either.
Dear Professor Snape,
I've always been curious about this, but have never wanted to ask it face-to-face. You've got quite the... aura about you. Anyway, why did you become a Death Eater?
Curious as a Cat
Curiosity Killed the Cat,
I did not agree to answer these insipid letters, just to explain my thoughts and reasons. Especially to someone who uses the anonymity of SOUP to ask their questions. Ten points from Gryffindor, even if that isn't your House. The reasons for becoming a Death Eater are mine alone. Several things played a part in them, not limited to my... young age at the time. That is all you will receive.
Professor S. Snape
Dear Snape,
I always thought that being a Death Eater was awesome! I've researched everything I could about them, though it's sadly not a lot. I do have a question that doesn't seem to have an answer anywhere. How does one become a Death Eater? Like, is there an application process or do you just show up somewhere and state your intentions?
Death Eater Initiative
Death Eater Wannabe
Doubtless, you would find any factual information available as what is in books is an exaggeration on the limited information that is "known". Death Eaters were to keep silent about anything regarding the Dark Lord, or their service to him, under pain of the Cruciatus. As for your interest in the Death Eaters... obviously there is a bigger population of delinquents then I previously thought. One becomes a Death Eater when they vow their service to the Dark Lord. There is no set application process, however, if you show talent that piques the Dark Lord's interest... You will be approached by someone on his behalf. Clearly, you do not pique his interest.
Professor S. Snape
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Insolent Dunderhead
Another one who hides behind anonymity. Where is my red ink when I need it? While I could go on and explain the intricacies of war, I fear that what little brain cells you have would be unable to comprehend any of it. Therefore, I will just say this: Should I find you, you will have first-hand knowledge of what I (a Death Eater) am capable of. Until then... Twenty points from Gryffindor.
Professor S. Snape
Well... that could have gone better. Looks like I'll have to start screening owls better for future columns. At least there were no detentions this time? And we got a little more insight into Death Eaters? Mind, it's still not a lot but it's something? I wonder if I would have had better luck with Lord Malfoy or a different Death Eater. Eh, who knows how long it would take to bribe them into answering. Maybe next time. Though, I should probably go and explain to a certain Lioness I know why Gryffindor is now down thirty points. Until next time, guys!