The Fennoderee of Man (Part 4) & Epilogue
Chapter 7 of 7
Wahoo and WesleyanneThe end of Orla's little tale.
"Living well is the best revenge." George Herbert (1593 – 1633)
AN:
Thanks to my beta, Ladyinthecloak for all her help!
Thank you to all who have read, and double thanks to reviewers.
Everything you recognize belongs to JKR. The Fennoderee belongs to the Isle of Man.
This is a Potter Place Dictionary Challenge response. Challenge rules, this week's words, and definitions follow the story.
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The Fennoderee of Man
(Part 4)
When the Fennoderee left Hogwarts, Dumbledore sent up a paean to the Deity of his choice. The powerful entity had deigned to leave the school without taking any lives or hostages or harming anyone. The Headmaster appreciated the latitudinarian attitude that allowed Orla to refuse to learn who her attacker had been, but he feared that if the truth were suddenly sprung upon her, the girl might indeed take umbrage at Gregory Goyle or his instigator, Draco Malfoy.
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Gregory took council with his best friends, and for the first time, Vincent Crabbe and Gregory Goyle overruled the mighty Draco Malfoy, who wished to whinge and cavil about Orla and her furry friend. Vince and Greg told Draco that they were well out of it, and they never wanted to see or speak to Orla again.
"Don't you feel fettered by this situation?" Draco whinged. "Don't you feel that we're being forced to kowtow to a lesser person?"
"She's not a lesser person," Greg pointed out. "She's a pureblood. And from what Dumbledore said, she's like nobility in her own country."
"That's what Snape told me, but she's nowhere near as wealthy as I am."
"Neither are we, Draco," said Vince. "No one thinks me an' Greg are nobility. We want to leave her alone. Her furry friend is right scary."
"And you won't have to jump every time you see a shadow or hear a noise behind you," Greg added. "And you won't have Snape and Dumbledore breathing down your neck about it."
Draco stopped and looked thoughtful. If he stopped teasing Orla and encouraging others to tease her, he could stop panicking every time something subfusc moved in a dim corner. Whereas if he kept at it, eventually his parents would find out. His father had already made it clear that Draco was not to get into trouble at school.
"Alright," he said sullenly. "I'll lay off Orla Quirke. She doesn't exist as far as I'm concerned." Draco admitted, only to himself, that he felt somewhat relieved. No more worries, no more furry monsters.
"That's great, Draco." Vincent said. "We'll be happier without her in our lives. She doesn't exist."
"Who doesn't exist?" asked Greg. Vince guffawed at the joke.
"But Potter and Weasley," Draco continued, "and the Mudblood you're still with me there?"
"Of course," laughed Vince, and Greg joined in, laughing and nodding. Draco's clear voice added to the happy laughter. He felt that all could not be wrong with the world as long as his friends were with him.
End of Chapter Four,
The Fennoderee of Man
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Epilogue
That summer Draco hoped that he would not see Orla Quirke until September (and he felt like he could do without her even then). In the middle of July, however, he attended a charity ball at the Ministry of Magic with his parents.
Around the edges of the ballroom were many booths offering items for sale to benefit various charities. There in a little flower-covered bower was Orla Quirke, her hair unbound and pooling around her on the floor in golden glory. There was a sign at the booth that read:
Silent Auction for St. Mungo's!
This girl's lovely hair will be cut off tonight and made into a custom wig.
Bid for this one-of-a-kind wig!
A Magical opportunity for a Magical wig to your specifications!
Wigmaking services donated by Madam Thomasina
There was a parchment and a magic quill for people to write down their bids for the wig of Orla's hair. A wealthy lady of a certain age and a popular singer were eyeing each other with animosity over the bidding.
Against his will, Draco was pushed closer to the bower by the crush of the crowd. Orla looked at Draco as though she'd never seen him before. Then her face lit up in recognition.
"I met you last summer in Madam Malkin's shop!" she said with a laugh. "I was sorted into Ravenclaw; what house are you in?"
"Uh, Slytherin," he replied, taken aback.
"Oh, that's nice. Green is such a pretty colour," Orla said with a huge smile. "Would you like a biscuit?" She offered a plate of delicious-looking treats. Draco took one in confusion and wandered away stunned as Orla's attention and her biscuits were claimed by others.
Draco wondered about Orla that evening and for some days. In fact, for the rest of his life he would never know if Orla, for all her acumen, had been unaware that he had hated her all that time, if she had forgotten how he teased her during her first semester, or if she knew, but simply and truly didn't care.
The End
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AN:
Living well is the best revenge.
George Herbert
English clergyman & metaphysical poet (1593 1633)
http://www.quotationspage.com/quotes/George_Herbert/
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More information about the Fennoderee
There are many alternate spellings of Fennoderee.
Fennoddoree, Phynnodderee, & Fennodyree are only a few examples. About any combination of letters you can think of that will sound the same will work.
If you Google "Manx Brownie," you will find information about the Fennoderee, under many spellings. Really, though, he isn't a brownie.
The legend goes that the Fennoderee was one of the Good Folk who was turned ugly and banished by his tribe because he missed a Faerie revel to court a human girl.
In my 'reality' the Fennoderee is very attached to the Wizarding family at Summerhill Farm and always guards the children. I like to think that if he ever goes back to his people, they will relent and turn him back into a handsome Faerie Lord.
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Potter Place Dictionary Challenge
Rules:
1. Use some or all of the following words in a drabble (doesn't have to be 100 words--anything under 1k is fine
2. Word list changes every Saturday
3. Upload your drabbles here or at the Petulant Poetess under the Potter Place Fun Categories (any other archive is fine as well-- remember SH has a Potter Place category)
4. Have fun, baby! Whoot!!
It should be interesting to see what we can come out with using dictionary.com's daily words while boosting our vocabulary. Teehee
Word list of May 17
acumen
cavil
umbrage
fetter
paean
subfusc
latitudinarian
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acumen \uh-KYOO-muhn; AK-yuh-muhn\, noun: Quickness of perception or discernment; shrewdness shown by keen insight.
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cavil \KAV-uhl\, intransitive verb:
1. To raise trivial or frivolous objections; to find fault without good reason.
2. To raise trivial objections to. 3. A trivial or frivolous objection.
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umbrage \UHM-brij\, noun:
1. Shade; shadow; hence, something that affords a shade, as a screen of trees or foliage.
2. a. A vague or indistinct indication or suggestion; a hint.
3. b. Reason for doubt; suspicion.
4. Suspicion of injury or wrong; offense; resentment.
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fetter \FET-uhr\, noun:
1. A chain or shackle for the feet; a bond; a shackle.
2. Anything that confines or restrains; a restraint.
3. To put fetters upon; to shackle or confine.
4. To restrain from progress or action; to impose restraints on; to confine.
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paean \PEE-uhn\, noun:
1. A joyous song of praise, triumph, or thanksgiving.
2. An expression of praise or joy.
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subfusc \sub-FUHSK\, adjective:
Dark or dull in color; drab, dusky.
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latitudinarian \lat-uh-too-din-AIR-ee-un; -tyoo-\, adjective:
1. Having or expressing broad and tolerant views, especially in religious matters.
2. A person who is broad-minded and tolerant; one who displays freedom in thinking, especially in religious matters.
3. [Often capitalized] A member of the Church of England, in the time of Charles II, who adopted more liberal notions in respect to the authority, government, and doctrines of the church than generally prevailed.
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Latest 25 Reviews for The Fennoderee's Favourite
33 Reviews | 8.76/10 Average
I wondered if Orla and Draco were going to "get together" I think its better this way, his always wondering.
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
I was concerned that people would not like the ending; I'm so happy you understand it. Thank you for reviewing and following this little opus to the end.
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
I was concerned that people would not like the ending; I'm so happy you understand it. Thank you for reviewing and following this little opus to the end.
I think this is a brilliant summary “I cannot say with certainty that you are contrite,” said Professor Snape. “However, I do believe you are convinced that having nothing more to do with Miss Quirke is quite the safest course of action.” Well whatever their motives I am glad Roger & Orla will be free from harassment.
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
Thank you for reviewing! You are so kind. I hope the story will continue to please you! I rather like Professor Snape in this tale. He only loosens up once, a little bit, to compliment Orla on her hair, then back into character, to scold her about her hair. But once is enough, I think.
Lovely! We get to know the Fennoderee a little better. Again, you delight with the fairy-tale quality of the tale, and the words were so gently applied that I had no idea which words were supposed to be used--even after I did the same challenge :) Each chapter is like a small, wrapped sweet, looking so simple, and then you unwrap it and marvel at the colours of it, admiring the swirling pattern, and then ... oh... you eat it and everything just gets better and better! All the senses have been encouraged to stand to attention... and all from something that appeared small. Sorry... waxing lyrical. Still sad that the story ends with the next chapter *sigh*. I shall have to content myself with the the other stories that you've written.Thank you for this story, it is wonderful.
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
Oh, my gosh! Thank you. What a poetic review! Better written than the story.
I'm so happy you like this little opus. I can't begin to express how grateful and humble your reviews make me feel. I can only say, once again, thank you.
-Wahoo
Oh Orla is truly a sweet girl. I hope things go better. The Fennoderee was a real kick. I loved how he was so respectful to Severus. 
Good job. I'll be sorry to see this end.
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
Thank you for liking this story! There are 2 chapters left and both are already written. I'm a little sorry it's over, too, although I have written the tale I set out to write. I am thrilled at your kind reception.
Why doesnt Orla want to know who cut off her braid? I would think she would like the change to yell at him at the very least.
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
Orla is a very forgiving person who was raised in a kind and loving home. She has never faced this sort of situation before, when someone hurt her from malice rather than carelessness. She doesnt want to be angry at whoever cut her hair; she would rather forgive and be friends. Yet she knows that if she knew who it was, she might be angry. That would make it harder to forgive as start over as friends.
This sort of reaction is based on my daughters character. At age eleven she was very forgiving to someone who maliciously endangered her. I hope she never reads this response! She hates to be praised by me.
Response from MollysSister (Reviewer)
Ah so it is just me, old and jaded that wants the revenge. I can live with that! I look forward to the next instalment!!
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
No one who enjoys the whimsical magic of HP fanfiction can be all that jaded in my humble opinion. Thanks for your kind support! - Pookah
I think it very unlikely that Draco will fess up and try to explain his hair envy in a manly way. ((giggles))
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
hair envy! how funny! Thank you for all your wonderful reviews!
No fair this is the shortest chapter yet! I am on the edge of my seat waiting for Draco revenge!
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
So sweet of you to review each chapter even though you have other chapters ahead of you! Thank you.
What or who is a Fennoderee? I am hoping little Orla will put Draco in his place. Firmly.
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
The Fennodoree question will be addressed after I finish the tale. However, since you asked me nicely, I e-mailed you some information about the Fennoderee.
As for putting Draco in his place. The story will end to Orlas satisfaction. I hope it will also be to yours.
Response from MollysSister (Reviewer)
Thank you for taking the time to email me privately. I appreciate it!! 
Okay next chapter I am going to skip down to the AN and read the definations first. I think that will help me make more sense out of it! Thank you for improving my vocabulary!!
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
Perhaps I ought to put the words and definitions at the beginning of the story. Do you think that would be better?
P. S. Dont thank me! Thank the clever Dictionary Challenge.
Response from MollysSister (Reviewer)
Well it makes it easier for me to understand the story. Then again perhaps others have a better vocabulary and do not need the definitions? Either way an intrepid reader can figure it out. 
This is very enjoyable so far! Can't wait to read more. :)
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
Thank you for reading and reviewing! I'm delighted you like my story.
Little Orla's hair is geting out of control! She even reminds me now of Crystal Gayle! Anything longer than waist length is ridiclous in my book - I mean, hows she going to get anything done with it dragging along behind her. Do you kknow how heavy hair is?What did Draco manifest? Ok, still enjoying the show!
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
Thank you for such a sensible review, considering the actual logistics of hair care!
Ah, hair. Yes, I do know how much hair weighs. That’s why I was careful to put into the story that Orla has charms for untangling her hair and also braiding it, unbraiding and twisting it up around her head and holding in place. And that was before it got so godawful long. (And I even had Snape tell her it was growing at a dangerous rate.) There will be more about her hair later.
Another beautiful instalment. The words were incorporated wonderfully, and I love the simple and effective way you use external events to define Draco's character even more, rather than merely spoon-feeding us with the direct answer. The bond existing between Orla and the Fennoderee has just taken on a more sinister aspect since reading this chapter--I thought about my daughter and the numerous dicky-fits that she has, and that led on to the rather disturbing thought of her having some powerful avenging creature ready to ease her pique. *Shudders* Just hope that Orla knows how it all works.I enjoyed reading this very much, and I can't wait for the next chapter
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
What a lovely, thoughtful review! thank you. I think you will be pleased with Orla’s behaviour in the next installment. I hope it isn’t too predictable. I suppose that was why Draco’s reactions played a part in this tale from the beginning. I think that subconsciously I realized that a story about a very predictable person is dull, and I fear Orla is predictable rather than exciting. Exciting things DO happen around her, though.
Rock on! This is a neat tale you are spinning here.
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
I am so happy that you're enjoying it! Thanks for reviewing.
I am now officially hooked... that was so enticing! The bringing in of different characters keeps adding to the mounting suspense; almost like the gathering of armies. Can't wait for the next chapter... thank you.
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
I'm so happy you like my story! (Does happy dance!)Thank you very much. The next chapter is in queue.-Wahoo
Response from sweetflag (Reviewer)
I've just come across the wonder of 'bookmarking'; now, I will know when you update. I am more than happy with the story, and after writing two within this category, I also have an idea of some of the struggles (potentially of course, you may be utterly brilliant and not break a sweat... lol) associated with writing in this manner. *hopes queue moves swiftly*
Hmmm... certainly not a Disney adaptation! lol... that was almost sinister; I felt a shiver. I loved the way you set out the Slytherin creed, putting emphasis on the last criterion... superb. And the Fennoderee? I'm intrigued... feel the need to Google. Another wonderful chapter, and the use of the words was just stunning. Off to the last...
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
Thank you for your kind words! I'm so flattered.
That was beautiful. I'm not a particularly good reviewer; I never know what to write, so please forgive me as I ramble through this review. You kept using terms relating to fairies, and it struck me that the whole story came across as a fairy tale... The Princess Bride sprang to mind as I read through it. The selected words were also so smoothly inserted that the whole thing seemed effortless and graceful. I enjoyed it very much... off to read the next one.
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
You strike me as a very good reviewer! You have certainly given me a very good review and I thank you. I'm delighted you enjoyed it.
This story is quite good already! I admire people who can start out so strong in their stories. I myself have trouble starting off stories, because I just can't think of a good way to get things off the ground. Draco is fantastic! I love the way he doesn't like Orla because of her hair. Hilarious! And Severus. Oh, Severus! It's so. . . dare I say cute? . . . the way he's sort of like a hidden guardian angel, keeping his Slytherins away from her.This story first caught my eye because I recognize the name from Mugglenet Fanfiction Beta Boards. The caption for one of the sub-boards goes something like 'need help with little first-year Orla Quirke's adventures in the Ravenclaw common room?' I was wondering when I started the story if you got the name from there, but when you cited your sources, it seemed like you just came up with it yourself. I was just wondering if you got the idea or the name from there, or if you just came up with it yourself and it's a crazy coincedence!Anyway, thank you for gracing this website with this giggle-inducing story!~Katie
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
I'm so happy you like this! Thank you for reviewing!Orla Quirke is one of JKR's own characters, mentioned in GOF sorting scene, so we only know her approximate age and that she is in Ravenclaw. I decided to make her Manx for personal reasons, as I mentioned in my author's note. I'm gratified that you approve of my handling of Draco and Severus. I hope you enjoy the rest of the story.-Wahoo
I think you have a wonderful start here and I like that she's a Ravenclaw instead of a Slytherin.
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
Reviews! Reviews! I got reviews! Thank you for my very first review on PP! I'm glad you like the start of this story. I have chapter 2 in queue and chapter 3 is being repaired (after I made an egregious canon blunder.)Thank you for reviewing, and thanks for liking this. I hope you will enjoy the rest. Orla is Ravenclaw because she is a canon character, mentioned as a first year at the sorting ceremony in GOF. Perhaps Draco would have liked her better if she'd been sorted into Slytherin?-Wahoo
Oh what a perfect ending, nothing could be worse for Draco, than to know all he said and did, just didn't matter.
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
I am so glad you "get' the ending! Let's hope Draco learned something from all of this. Thank you for faithfully and kindly reviewing each chapter. Thank you for the stars, and for liking this little fable. I am delighted to have brought you some pleasure with my story.-Wahoo
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
I am so glad you "get' the ending! Let's hope Draco learned something from all of this. Thank you for faithfully and kindly reviewing each chapter. Thank you for the stars, and for liking this little fable. I am delighted to have brought you some pleasure with my story.-Wahoo
The difference in attitude between Draco, and Orla is so striking, if something similer had happened to Draco, he would have done everything in his power,to get revenge{ as he did with Buckbeak} and Orla doesn't even want to know who hurt her, in case she wouldn't be able to forgive them, very wise.
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
Orla has been raised in a family where loving others is very important, not only taking care of family, but learning of the resposibilities of Wizard-folk as very powerful people. towards all mankind. Not the same as Draco's upbringing. Thank you so much for liking my tale!-Wahoo
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
Orla has been raised in a family where loving others is very important, not only taking care of family, but learning of the resposibilities of Wizard-folk as very powerful people. towards all mankind. Not the same as Draco's upbringing. Thank you so much for liking my tale!-Wahoo
What a sweet girl Orla is, the Fennoderee is very powerfull, but not vengefull being. I'm sorry this is coming to an end.
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
That is the best compliment, being sorry the tale is ending. Thank you! I based Orla's forgiveness and sweet nature on my daughter at the same age. (Even though I hoped she would write this tale with me, it turns out my daughter was not interested. So Wahoo and Wesleyanne is, in fact, only Wahoo.)The Fennoderee would be all to happy to be vengful if either of the Quirke children were hurt. Or if they asked him to.-Wahoo
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
That is the best compliment, being sorry the tale is ending. Thank you! I based Orla's forgiveness and sweet nature on my daughter at the same age. (Even though I hoped she would write this tale with me, it turns out my daughter was not interested. So Wahoo and Wesleyanne is, in fact, only Wahoo.)The Fennoderee would be all to happy to be vengful if either of the Quirke children were hurt. Or if they asked him to.-Wahoo
Let the games begin, speak up Draco.
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
Thank you reviewing every chapter! I am glad you are enjoying them.
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
Thank you reviewing every chapter! I am glad you are enjoying them.
Draco is runing full tilt towards the cliff edge, with his eyes shut, in the belief that his "pureblood" will save him.
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
Yes he is! Isn't it too bad he can't see it? LOL I hope you enjoy his surprise.
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
Yes he is! Isn't it too bad he can't see it? LOL I hope you enjoy his surprise.
Love the Slytherin Code, just one thing to add, If the Head of House is not happy, NO ONE is happy. Draco should know this without being told. Looking forward to his comeuppence.
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
I like your addition to the Slytherin Code. 
I guess Draco thought that because he often got by with harassing Potter, he could harass a mere first-year. Thank you for the pretty stars and the kind review.
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
I like your addition to the Slytherin Code. I guess Draco thought that because he often got by with harassing Potter, he could harass a mere first-year. Thank you for the pretty stars and the kind review.
Poor Orla { my granddaughter in-laws name BTW }Draco is a jealous little snot, yea for Cho standing up for Orla. looking forward to the next chapter.
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
Thank you for reading and reviewing! I am so happy you like the tale so far. Yes, I thought Draco would be jealous. He seemed the type. -Wahoo
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
Oh, I forgot to say that Orla is a wonderful name. I couldn't resist making her a blonde, since Orla means Golden. It was an inspiration.
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
Thank you for reading and reviewing! I am so happy you like the tale so far. Yes, I thought Draco would be jealous. He seemed the type. -Wahoo
Response from Wahoo and Wesleyanne (Author of The Fennoderee's Favourite)
Oh, I forgot to say that Orla is a wonderful name. I couldn't resist making her a blonde, since Orla means Golden. It was an inspiration.