HP: Black Crystal

"She is black, sparkling and translucent, yet pure and without luster. Contradictory beauty is brought to its fullest expression in her.", Remus Lupin

"She's the most unfathomable puzzle I've ever encountered, more twisted and winding than the passageways James and I explored... Though I hate to admit it, my sister, who is only a few minutes older than me, really is quite charming.", Sirius Black

"Ah! You mean Christo? Yeah, she's really pretty, what with being my best mate's sister and all, haha, wait... Oh, excuse me, make way! Are you going to the library, Lily? Slow down, Lily, wait for me!", James Potter

"...Christo? What, are you setting your sights on my sister? Avada, (not really)", Regulus Black

"Move. I don't have time to answer your boring question... What's there to talk about with an idiot who isn't as stupid as her brother? (The author will stop the friends and family from drawing their wands!)", Severus Snape

"Honestly, I wouldn't say we're close. My first impression was that she was a quiet girl, but with a very strong presence.", Lily Evans

This is Christo's story alone. Unlike the usual setup, she doesn't need to have a friend named L.E.; she can have her own circle. She doesn't have to be on intimate terms with the Black family. She doesn't need a perfect romantic partner. She's herself: resolute, tenacious, and stubborn. She's just, but can't ignore personal bonds in favor of the letter of the law. She's beautiful, but her good looks have never been all there is to her. After being disappointed, she places her yearning for family in the hands of her two younger brothers. She's a bird chasing freedom, an eagle steadfast in her ideals. She won't let the conventions of society hold her back; she is her own master. She is Christo, and Christo alone.

Need help? Sure, but sorry, you should ask those kind and helpful Hufflepuffs next time. Christo's busy saving the world.

Save the world? Sure, but sorry, you should ask those passionate and brave Gryffindors next time. Gryffindor, Gryffindor, they have so many points, after all. Christo's busy making money to support her family.

Make money to support your family? Sure, but sorry, you should ask those passionate and cunning Slytherins next time, especially that Regulus Black. He's a real golden bachelor. Don't believe me? Ask around. He's famous among the pure-blood crowd. Oh, and make sure you read the question carefully: I said the passionate ones. I didn't tell you to ask the cold-blooded crowd. Don't blame me if you're ignored.

Want to be ignored? Sure, but next time, just ask fellow Ravenclaws like me. The competition is far too intense. You need to tell them to balance work and rest. Good luck! Whether you can hold on to first place this time is up to you!

Theme: In matters of right and wrong, personal love comes last