Hello, hello. I'm afraid I'm far too busy right now to take any calls but do leave a message and I will get back to you. And if this is to enquire over an autograph then simply leave your name and address!
I believe we are from the same world, if you are THE Gilderoy Lockhart. If it's not too personal, do you mind telling me what year it was for you back home?
It was 1993, if I remember correctly. Which I should, I do recall it was the year my book won the witch weekly award for Most Compelling Read. You don't forget a date like that.
Bartemius Crouch? You know, I believe I recognise that name. Do I know you?
I have a hard time with names these days, so many people, so many titles. It's hard to keep track!
Oh don't be silly, everyone is important in their own way. Yes, perhaps some aspire higher but it doesn't make them better. We who achieve simply set standards for others. Show them to way to go forward in life and truly live.
[So humble right now, isn't it just endearing.]
Are you sure? It'll come to me in time. It always does.
Well, do try not to simply fall into someone's shadow. It's no easy feat to establish yourself but I'm sure you can achieve something on your own merits. You seem like a clever enough young man. Of course if you're ever looking for ideas or advise, I'd suggest consulting my publications. Many a fellow has told me how much they have been inspired to venture out after reading. I'd be happy to sign them, as well. I always do have a special place in my heart for mutual thrill seekers.
I will indeed. Though, if I can ask, what sort of things did you do? Back home, I mean. It might ring some bells.
[Everything about that text really threw him for a while. Why did this man have his job? Did Gilderoy quit? Or did those little bastards rat him out after all? ... No, it wasn't possible. And who'd believe two kids over him anyway? He was a hero of the people, the great Gilderoy Lockhart. Logically, he must of simply left of his own wanting. Right? Right. When in doubt, deny and lie.]
Oh, isn't this a funny coincidence. You must be my replacement? Ah, yes, I did wonder what chap had the fortune of taking over. Lovely job, great children, I simply didn't have the time to commit to the job. I'm sure you understand. Busy life and all.
Oh I'm very glad to hear, I did sign more than a few copies while I was there. And not just for students, I don't mind admitting. Why even Dumbledore requested himself a copy, I'm proud to say.
[Well... shit. This didn't look good. Not at all. Also St. Mungo's? Now he was finding that one hard to believe. He wasn't insane! A liar and a cheat, sure, but insane? No chance.]
I have a feeling you might have confused me with someone else perhaps? I can't recall ever setting foot in that place.
And is he here? Well, marvellous. Perhaps he still has the copy.
It seems to be still in the future for you. Don't trouble yourself too much.
He is, although as this place will have it, he's a bit younger than either of us, from what I can tell. Still just as pleasant though, of course. I'm sure he'll be delighted to meet you.
There's plenty of reasons to lie. They don't always have to have a specific intent either. Like I said, I can't quite place you. Perhaps if I did, I could understand why you're lying.
Well, if you say so. I don't think anyone can deny his integrity and nobility.
[While his texts may seem pleasant and neutral, perhaps one of someone who isn't bothered. I assure you, he's currently panicking. Whoever you are, Bartemius Crouch, he doesn't like you. At all.]
I wouldn't know, I'm afraid. But I wouldn't be shocked if you did.
I'm starting to think you and I have drastically different views of the world.
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I believe we are from the same world, if you are THE Gilderoy Lockhart. If it's not too personal, do you mind telling me what year it was for you back home?
- Bartemius Crouch
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Bartemius Crouch? You know, I believe I recognise that name. Do I know you?
I have a hard time with names these days, so many people, so many titles. It's hard to keep track!
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Don't worry, I'm not insulted.
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[So humble right now, isn't it just endearing.]
Are you sure? It'll come to me in time. It always does.
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I'll do my best to see the way I'm shown, in that case.
When, if you do remember where you've heard my name, let me know.
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Well, do try not to simply fall into someone's shadow. It's no easy feat to establish yourself but I'm sure you can achieve something on your own merits. You seem like a clever enough young man. Of course if you're ever looking for ideas or advise, I'd suggest consulting my publications. Many a fellow has told me how much they have been inspired to venture out after reading. I'd be happy to sign them, as well. I always do have a special place in my heart for mutual thrill seekers.
I will indeed. Though, if I can ask, what sort of things did you do? Back home, I mean. It might ring some bells.
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I've heard of your books, of course. They have a reputation among the staff.
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Oh, isn't this a funny coincidence. You must be my replacement? Ah, yes, I did wonder what chap had the fortune of taking over. Lovely job, great children, I simply didn't have the time to commit to the job. I'm sure you understand. Busy life and all.
Oh I'm very glad to hear, I did sign more than a few copies while I was there. And not just for students, I don't mind admitting. Why even Dumbledore requested himself a copy, I'm proud to say.
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But, yes, between all your commitments and the time you're spending at St. Mungo's, no one could ask you to keep teaching. I understand.
Did he now? I'll be sure to ask him about that next time we talk.
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I have a feeling you might have confused me with someone else perhaps? I can't recall ever setting foot in that place.
And is he here? Well, marvellous. Perhaps he still has the copy.
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He is, although as this place will have it, he's a bit younger than either of us, from what I can tell. Still just as pleasant though, of course. I'm sure he'll be delighted to meet you.
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Younger? How odd, I can't even imagine him younger. Is he still the same sort of man?
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More of a man than most ever grow to be, I'd say.
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Well, if you say so. I don't think anyone can deny his integrity and nobility.
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I suppose so. He has a lot of useful skills as well.
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I wouldn't know, I'm afraid. But I wouldn't be shocked if you did.
I'm starting to think you and I have drastically different views of the world.