Sir Nicholas was in a merry mood today. He bobbed back and forth, humming a little time to himself, when suddenly... He heard voices, and not those of the Baron, Alfred, or dear Lady Helena. How strange! It wasn't often that people visited this part of the castle.

The ghost glided in the direction of the sound and soon came upon young Daniel and a Ravenclaw student (Ewan) he did not recognize. "Hello, gentlemen!" he greeted, smiling as he bowed to the pair. "What brings you here on this fine day?"

He turned to the Ravenclaw boy. "I don't believe I've yet had the pleasure of making your acquaintance. I am Sir Nicholas DeMimsy-orpington. What's your name?'