You know, there are times in life that you question your decisions. Discussing a what if scenario of Hermione Granger being in Slytherin? Fine, no problem. Deciding that it was to be September's theme? Sure! Lovely idea! Coming up with the idea to track down the alternate universe that has Hermione in Slytherin? Eh, a little difficult, but I've done worse. Making the snap decision to go to said universe to get Hermione to answer letters that were sent anonymously to people asking what they would want to ask Hermione if she was in Slytherin? Alright, now we're reaching into the realm of slightly impossible. Actually managing to get to said universe via a borrowed item from the Department of Mysteries and not knowing if it'll also take you back? Yeah. That's where the questions start.
While I try to figure out if I can make it back or not I'll pass this on to Hermione Granger. The seventh-year Slytherin has chosen three of the letters to answer below.
Dear Slytherin Hermione,
With Slytherin's notorious stand about Muggleborns and Muggles, I think my question is going to be the most obvious here. How do the rest of Slytherin react to you?
Curious About Slytherin Hermione
Curious About Me,
By the sounds of it, this alternate universe your... editor... hails from is far more prejudiced then mine. While there is some discrimination against Muggleborns, it does not stop me from working to achieve my goals. Slytherin is respectful and I have made several close acquaintances within the House. I am the top student within the House, with Draco Malfoy behind me in second place. A position that he often teases me over at least having a good view. The prat.
Hermione J. Granger (Slytherin)
Dear Traitor,
Hermione Granger in Slytherin?! Just reading that makes me mad! There is no other place for Hermione then Gryffindor! You're a traitor to all that Hermione Granger is! What do you have to say to that?!
Gryffindor Hermione Forever!
Angry Kitty-Cat,
Well, now that I have had a good laugh (thank you for that), I think you need to calm down. Yes, I did show certain traits that made the Sorting Hat consider me for Gryffindor. However, my ambition to be the best overshadowed my bravery and ta-da! Green and Silver Hermione. Now, considering what little there is known about alternate universes... I do believe your own Hermione had been considered for Slytherin and Ravenclaw besides Gryffindor. After all, we are both the same. Just with some slight differences.
Hermione J. Granger ( SLYTHERIN )
Miss Granger,
I must say, it was a surprise (and annoyance) when one of the editors of Slytherin's own newspaper proceeded to push this ... ridiculousness on my person. (Miss Lokisdottir - You will see me Friday evening for detention.) As you are, apparently, a Slytherin wherever you are, I do need to inquire if you are still the insufferable know-it-all that I have to deal with on a daily basis.
Professor S. Snape
Professor Snape,
While it amuses me that you still managed to give someone a detention (there was some squeaks of disbelief from a certain editor), I must inquire as to what you mean. Obviously being sorted into Gryffindor did nothing to curb my thirst for knowledge, but there seems to be more to it then just wearing Red and Gold. I will say, besides Draco, I am your go-to student to answer questions. Whether that makes me an "insufferable know-it-all" or not is beside the case. I think you need to sort out your priorities on whether you wish to teach in a professional manner (as you do here), or let whatever it is twist you to a bitter old man (like it sounds like you are there).
Hermione J. Granger (Slytherin's Insufferable Know-It-All)
You remember me talking about decisions at the beginning of this? Now I wonder if I really want to come back just to be in detention Friday evening.
Well, I can't let Nikky or NK down. Alright, I'm on my way back. Maybe I can convince Professor Snape otherwise? There was that unknown potion in the DoM... Hopefully it's still there when I return this item and I can swipe it and gift it to Snape? Either way, I'll see you all soon!