odi et amo;

“That, Miss Burke, would be a waste of pastry, don’t you think? Perhaps you could come up with a more creative way to stop them. There is the Silencing Charm, you know.”

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“No, it isn’t, but the reason why I am most certainly is. Perhaps not, though there’s a danger in getting too comfortable. Who knows what the future’ll make of us.”

“Ah, that’s what you think, but who’s to say that everyone else views you the same? What you find shameful might be what some others find admirable, no? And I’d never say that I’m getting too comfortable with you, Gabriel. I just don’t see a fault in not being afraid of my colleagues. Fear, after all, hinders us from doing great things, does it not?”

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“It is, truly. I see you were taught proper etiquette—and managed to keep it. Not many can say so, which is such a shame. I don’t know, I find it very easy to distract myself by thinking of my holiday spent in Milan and Barcelona and what-have-you. It makes things feel not as heavy, you know? Well, it’s all very unfortunate, and it’s a shame for those involved and their families, but it doesn’t concern me at all. What about you?”

“Hmm, do I sense you trying to call out on some people, Persephone? But I suppose I’m glad to hear that you find it an easy task for you to distract yourself. I trust that you had an enjoyable vacation in Milan and Barcelona, then? You aren’t wrong, it doesn’t concern either one of us, though the mood in the castle has been rather somber. Though mostly, I just worry about the fact that we’ll be graduating soon enough these days.”

“Perhaps you think correctly, but I’d hate to be impolite and simply assume. You’ll have to indulge me, for the sake of manners, of course, and tell me if you’d do me the honour of gracing me with your charming presence this idle winters evening? Unless, of course, you have better things to do. Like mourn your lack of rum. You flatter me so, Mister Carrow. Whatever did I do to deserve such faith? Ah, intelligent I see. I’m sure you’re talented enough to put up a decent fight, however. Would I really request the company of someone who couldn’t? Not that I expect you’ll have too, of course. You’re far too clever for that. Truthfully, I’m not much for alochol as a whole, however I’m not opposed to a respectable glass of wine or champagne. Especially at all the events we attend over the summer.”

“Ah, of course, hence my suggestion that you should’ve simply asked from the beginning. But yes, I would most certainly be honoured to grace you with my presence this fine evening. Where to, Adara? A walk out to the courtyard? I must say, you flatter me too, Miss Nott. Intelligent, hm? Quite the compliment when it comes from you. My, not only intelligent, but clever too. Whatever have I done to earn a compliment from you twice?” He momentarily paused, glancing at Adara to offer her an amused smile. “A respectable glass,” Amycus repeated when he went on. “I should have never expected any less from you, I suppose. Everything should only be done in a respectable amount, no? Those events are certainly a good time for you to drink your respectable glass of wine or champagne, though.”

“No I wouldn’t solitude is absolutely a foreign concept to me. I just abhor the idea of seclusion.”

“Well, that’s most unfortunate. Perhaps you should try seclude yourself to familiarise yourself with the concept. You’d be most surprised to find it quite refreshing.”

“Even if I had been born a ‘respectable’ person it wouldn’t change the fact that you’re a terrible person because you’d still judge people based on their blood alone which y’know makes you a bigot, i.e. a terrible human being. But fine if you’re gonna stay then why not make the most out of it! What’s the latest in the world of the incredibly racist and disgustingly wealthy?”

“My, are you finally learning a wider range of vocabulary, Dorcas? I suppose my congratulations is in order then, now that you seem to be capable of explaining coherently what the word bigot means. Truly, a terrific accomplishment. Perhaps I’d tell you of what goes on in our world if you would so kindly share with me what the current affairs is in the world of those of dirty blood.”

“Of course it will.” Her voice was confident — it did not tremble because it was something she genuinely believed. Amycus and she would be just fine in the end; and even if they weren’t, well, Alecto would make sure she was the one who always took the blow. “We’re Carrows, Amycus. Since when have we had any reason to worry?”

Will it? he wanted to ask his sister again, though he stopped himself from doing so. He was the Carrow heir, someone who was supposed to reassure instead be reassured. Nonetheless, Alecto was still his elder sister, still the person Amycus turned to when he needed advice. He let himself offer a small smile to his sister — it was genuine, despite it being difficult convince himself that everything would be alright. “I suppose you’re right,” he answered smoothly. “We don’t. You and I, we’ve always made it, haven’t we?”

“Then I’d leave you alone, it’s not as if my ego would be bruised if you told me you disliked my company.”

“I don’t. Though, of course, like any other individuals, I too need some time on my own. Surely you’d understand that, wouldn’t you, Borgin?”

“It depends on how much you matter, I suppose. It is only dangerous if it has effect. Not if you’re inconsequential.”

“Ah, I was talking about how it’d matter to you as an individual, actually. Inconsequential or not, losing touch with the reality has an effect on yourself, would it not?”

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“That’s a rather kind offer, though I do believe that I can manage on my own just fine. Besides, what if I wish for you to leave me alone?”

“and where is the harm in pretending it is?” she asked, tone merely curious.

“You get lost in it. Losing touch with what is real is a dangerous thing. Wouldn’t you agree?”