SPOILER!!: Us too!
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Sure, no problem. Lottie just smiled and nodded the Head Girl's way, making sure her reaction was noticed. Really, the best of luck.
Needless to say, the clay turtle Ella was making reminded her of Clover. And then of Mags, who was now gone. The closest pet she could have right now wasn't even hers. She felt alone somehow, it was weird not having to take care of a little animal every day. So, without further ado, she tore her eyes away from the turtle. Thanks for reminding us, Ella.
The irony of it all was that the symbol she was gonna be carving was the Ankh. Eternal life. Immortality. Rather ironic considering that Ella just reminded her how things aren't permanent. She was still going to carve it, though, for 'Lotus The Strong Immortal Wisteria' reasons. Made sense. And made her smile, so, all good.
"I believe so, because when we carve runes we're focusing on its energy and what it represents, this ought to be similar. It is with intent that you're actually summoning its power, sort of." The wand doesn't make the wizard, it comes from within. So focus, Ella. INTENT. This was something Lottie didn't have a problem with, unless we're talking about Astronomy, then that's different depending on what's being taught. Immortality. Right. It was also a protection from darkness and death, so, this is what she had in mind when she pointed her wand at one of her shapes and performed Intaglio on it. "Intaglio.... Ankh, Ankh, Ankh...," it was almost in a whisper that she said this words. That didn't mean the intent wasn't strong.
There it was, though, a perfect symbol. Ankh.
"Done." For some reason, she was slightly tired. Kinda wanted Stella with her. She knew where to find that kneazle, though.
The turtle reminded Ella of her own pet turtle so no, not sorry for making it. Besides, the blonde was unaware of Lottie's situation with Mags and also that she'd been watching her work so she simply continued on, unaware. She
would have offered hugs or something had she known, though. She didn't like the idea of losing a pet so yeah, if she knew there would have been words about it. Kind words.
"Yeah, I figured as much. Thanks." For confirming. And yes, intent, she
knew. And so the eighteen year old focused all of her energy on thinking of Sa and protection as she began to use her wand to make the shape of the Egyptian symbol.
"Intaglio Sa...sa...sa....sa...sa....sa..." She worked carefully, focusing so that the symbol was neat and near perfect despite sore hands. When she was done, she blew on the clay and admired the finished product. Not bad at all.
"Me too." She smiled from her amulet to the younger girl and then placed the turtle gently down.
"Looks nice." Lottie's work. She'd done well. And now that they were finished, Ella was going to get something to eat. She carefully gathered her things, making sure not to disturb any of the Hogwartian's in the process. Then she scooped them up and slowly stood.
"I'm gonna put these away and grab something to eat but it was good working with you...again." She meant it.