Assort

I think I should like to be in Hufflepuff," she announced before the hat had even settled properly on her brow. Consideration.

"Although your loyalty and determination are indeed commendable, I think putting you in Hufflepuff would be...lacking in foresight."

"You do not have foresight; you are a hat." Reason.

"Indeed, indeed, Ms. Lovegood. Tricky quandary. Isn't that always the way of things?"

"Often." Acknowledgement. "Hufflepuff will do nicely." Assertiveness.

"Hmm...no, I think not."

"Why?" Exasperation.

"Your spirit would do as well in any one house as in any other. But while in Hogwarts you reside, House Ravenclaw will be your pride."

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