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[alt_sirius]

Alice, Frank: Thank you again. I'll definitely want to go back and see what I can get assembled. The engine and carburetor need significant reconditioning but it'll be much easier to put the spells in place on them before they're fitted into a frame. I thought I saw a few Triumphs and even a Royal Enfield; I'll have to look at the numbers to make sure they're compatible, though. Also see what manuals the place might have.

Anyway, it's brilliant. I'm glad you waited until after the lessons to show me. As it was, I hope Maureen didn't get too tired of Bea. (Oh, and please tell her I appreciate her volunteering to mind the monster, but I might take it personally if she keeps ducking Potions to do it. Perhaps we could ask Florrie to switch off now and then.)

I do think it's good for the young miss, anyway. Seeing other kids, playing. Between that and her earlier bedtimes she might just turn out civilised yet!

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[alt_lupin]

What on earth are those muggle bits and pieces you brought home FOR?

Re: Private message to Padfoot

[alt_sirius]

Sorry, didn't I say? It's an engine block and a replacement carburetor.

Re: Private message to Padfoot

[alt_sirius]

Oh, and a few pistons.

Re: Private message to Padfoot

[alt_lupin]

I think you did say those words, yes. Care to translate them into proper wizarding English?

Re: Private message to Padfoot

[alt_sirius]

Parts, Moony. For a motorcycle.

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[alt_lupin]

Oh, brilliant. I quite liked your old one. Is this one going to fly?

Re: Private message to Padfoot

[alt_sirius]

Yes, of course. Why would it not?

I'll have to see if I can find a small enough helmet for Bea ....

Re: Private message to Padfoot

[alt_lupin]

Now you're just baiting me.

Re: Private message to Padfoot

[alt_sirius]

Never! She loved the carpet, and her toy broom. I'd put her in a harness or something until she's big enough to ride pinion.

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[alt_lupin]

It's really not going to be safe until she's old enough to properly hold on. Even with cushioning charms the ground's a long way down. Toy brooms don't go high, and carpets don't go fast (and are charmed to keep passengers on them properly.)

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[alt_sirius]

Fine but if I find a leather jacket in her size, don't try to stop me.

Re: Private message to Padfoot

[alt_lupin]

If you find a leather jacket in her size with charms that will protect someone from a high-speed fall, I'll think about it!

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[alt_lupin]

Or hold on, were you just think you'd like her to LOOK the part? No argument there!