Oswald is hanging out in the library when he senses someone standing near him, “excuse me?”

“I’m trying to grab a book that is over your head. Though I could just stand here with my head on your shoulder and screech like a parrot in your ear. Or, you could help me by moving your head a little to the left, and I’ll just keep this little parrot locked away. What d’ya say?”

Eh. It was okay. I read a lot, painted some, and hung out in the kitchens with some of elves. I am sure it wasn’t too bad.”

“It sounds much more exciting than mine for sure. I don’t know why I thought Goblin Lore would ever be interesting.”

“Well the name actually sounds really interesting. Did you learn anything cool? I know goblins can be pretty....mean. I can’t find any nicer word. Ha.”

Eh. It was okay. I read a lot, painted some, and hung out in the kitchens with some of elves. I am sure it wasn’t too bad.”

“It’s an expression, sweetheart. Don’t think too hard on it. Wouldn’t want that pretty head of yours to explode.”

“Little known fact which I am sure you are aware of, Ravenclaw are known for their intellect. An imploding brain would imply that I am a bimbo. Just because I’m polite doesn’t mean I’m stupid.” 

Originally posted by astrology-zone

“Well I did ask..” Aria scrunched her eyebrows in confusion.

“It was sarcasm. You should try it sometime,” Scorpius advised, shooting her a smirk. “I can appreciate art, but I’m not sure we can call what you — er, create — art.” He scoffed at her mention of giving him black hair, and try as he might to picture it, it just made him feel nauseous. “If you want to paint someone with black hair, go find Albus. I’m sure he’d love to humor you.” Scorpius absently brought his hand up and fingered a stray lock, then slid it back into place. “Har, har, Arwen. You’re so hilarious I’ve forgotten to laugh,” Scorpius said, turning his attention back to his work once more, somewhat determined not to allow her to distract him.

“Oh... Yeah I am bad at it. I tried to be sarcastic with Ted-, um Professor Lupin and he thought I was being serious. I think I am too deadpan.” Aria stood away from the canvas as she envisioned the landscape. “Why do you say that?” She asked slightly hurt bu his off comment. Art was a way she could relieve herself of stress. It was a tool she didn’t take so lightly unlike everything else. “I don’t think Albus would be very comfortable with that.” Me staring at him as I paint him I think is the last think he would want. Aria rolled her eyes slightly wishing she hadn’t tried to be funny. Slowly her watercolor brush grazed over the canvas creating a light yellow template to follow. 

“Congratulations! “ Aria exclaimed showing her own P. “Aren’t you excited?” She asked with a smile giddy with happiness. Noticing his demeanor she had a feeling he was less than thrilled. Aria was beaming as her own sash had been presented to her. She thought it was an honor she was happily wearing proud.

“Hmm. Okay. Well, what was the last book you read and enjoyed?”

“Ugh… I don’t really remember,” he mumbled, frowning slightly. Mostly because he didn’t know why she was so intent in her questioning.

“Oh, well you must have been quite young...”

“Ha. I like to think it is part of my charms.” She rolled her eyes at herself know she didn’t have any. “Pfft. Al, do not tempt me in the act of tickles when putting yourself down. I may not be the majority. But who cares about the majority. You’re awesome and everyone else can shove it. Besides, you have one of the best minds I envy. And your honesty is really something I cherish.” She smiled genuinely placing her hands in her lap with the palms facing up. “Right! Gosh so funny. Though I hope we find it. I think it will be quite an adventure. I have never been in Knockturn before. Haven’t felt brave enough.”

“One of many charms,” he responded.  “I am not putting myself down; I was just merely making a statement of fact.  Thank you, but when it comes to best minds you are the Ravenclaw.”  Albus nodded, “do you think they would even sell a book like that to us?  One look at me and people think I am a fourth year.  Why are you scared of Knockturn?”

“I suppose. I will let it slide. Just this once though. Ha. Just because I am Ravenclaw doesn’t make me smarter than any of the other houses. Just means I enjoy learning. At least, that is what I like to think. I did tell you about my hatstall didn’t I?” Aria stopped and placed her hand under her chin in thought, “Hmm, that is a fair point. Hey, I am 17. They don’t have to know. Oh! Or we could act like a married couple who is looking for a bit of fun. Kids get married out right out of Hogwarts, don’t they? I think it is smart to not go down there alone. You know?”

“You know something beneficial to tell the new kid would be that the stairs fucking move. I mean it’s bad enough I have to wear a yellow groundhog on me all the time but THIS,” He swung his arms around motioning to the school, “is just getting a little ridiculous.”

“If it makes you feel better. I didn’t make any of my classes till the were almost over my first month, because the stairs kept moving on me. Would you like any help? I know how crazy it can be. I was a “muggle-born” student so it took a lot time to get use to everything. Badger are cute though! So sweet when they eat. Besides, I really think yellow suits you. I’m Arwen by the way, Aria for short.” She smiled holding out her hand politely. 

Originally posted by aguidetolivingwell

“Yeah! I am going to get the Bagshot and Skeeter biographies of Albus Dumbledore. I really want to see the differences between the two. What books are you interested in? I haven’t seen you reading late at night as often Have I just been missing you?”

Originally posted by closeyoureyessweetie

“Hmm. Okay. Well, what was the last book you read and enjoyed?”

She silently rolled her eyes at the other girl, wondering just how much oxygen this girl wasted. “Shh… baby.” She said, putting her finger gently on the other’s lips. “Put your lips on the bong, and suck in when I light it up. I’m gonna pull the smaller piece out when you’re out of breath. Hold it in, and then let it out.” She sat a little closer, her arm resting on the back of the couch while herhand held her wand. “I’m Paige by the way. But my Nickname is Clementine.”

The moment Paige placed her finger over Aria’s plump lips she shut up instantly while her eyebrows rose a foot in the air. Baby? If she hadn’t been uncomfortable before Paige touched her lips then when her whole body shifted closer to her on the couch she could feel her face redden a deep red almost matching her hair. “Uh..o-okay...” Aria took in a deep breathe. The glass of the bong was surprisingly cool to the touch. Aria shifted as she felt the brunettes breathe against her face. And slowly she began to do what she was told. Smoke began to rise within the bong and slowly she sucked in the amount holding it until her eyes began to water.Her throat started to burn like a she had just been stabbed and let out her breathe with smoke following. She thrust the bong to Paige coughing exceedingly. “F...u...ck!” She coughed out. “Arwen.” She informed in return raising her hand as he clasped her throat in between her other. 

“True, you are rather forthcoming.  I fairly sure if you asked the population of the school, the majority of them would say anyone, but me.”  The light touch of the shoulder sent shivers down his spine as he looked up into her eyes. “What did you find interesting?” He asked, curious about the Far East. When she mentioned what kind of book, his entire face turned a bright red and he quickly looked down breaking eye contact with her.  “Ugh yeah, it would be hilarious.”  Though Albus was pretty sure Scorpius would handle himself rather well if he opened it, while Albus would be the one embarrassed again.

“Ha. I like to think it is part of my charms.” She rolled her eyes at herself know she didn’t have any. “Pfft. Al, do not tempt me in the act of tickles when putting yourself down. I may not be the majority. But who cares about the majority. You’re awesome and everyone else can shove it. Besides, you have one of the best minds I envy. And your honesty is really something I cherish.” She smiled genuinely placing her hands in her lap with the palms facing up. “Right! Gosh so funny. Though I hope we find it. I think it will be quite an adventure. I have never been in Knockturn before. Haven’t felt brave enough.”

Originally posted by moviewhorexo

“Dang. Wasn’t expecting Scorpius Malfoy to admit defeat so easily.” Aria blinked with surprise. “Geez, almost everything I do is practical. I do have hobbies Scorp. Though fascinating conversations with Albus is top on my list, Art is an easy second.” As he leaned back Aria could help but let out a micro-smirk. His eyes blue eyes and that platinum blonde hair were what made her weak in the knees, yet the moment she locked eyes with him she sighed turning back to her paints with probably too quick a speed. “Mm, true. Hmm, how do you feel about black hair?” She asked tilting her head and not braking contact with the blank canvas. “Either way wouldn’t you like a nice portrait you can send home to mum?” She smirked at her funny.