Ellie was brimming with excitement at the thought of baking cupcakes. She and her friend Mina had already discussed such things at the Ravenclaw celebration. She lifted her hands off her desk as the text book plopped down on it. She thumbed through the book, reaching page 317.

After a moment, she decided on the "Red Velvet Cupcakes" and read over the instructions. She wished the cupcakes were easier to make, maybe with a simple mixture or something. Now she had to measure out all the ingredients and do the cooking work, and do the charms. This would be difficult.