Hi people :D

Sorry it's a day late, I went to the park and because you have to put my laptop together like a puzzle, I did not have time to click upload XD.

Because I am a nut job, there will be French and Italian written into these. You'd think considering I study high-level German that would be the way to go, but no, I'm stupid. Though I did go to Rome a couple weeks ago... and I've been learning Romanian from watching videos with Romanian subtitles. Merlin XD.

Bine...

LOL. That's Romanian. OKAY I'm DIGRESSING.

Here's a quick translation for ya if you really need it that desperately, and these words/phrases shall be used throughout the story. :P There's probably more, but I'm not using my head.

Cara mia/Caro mio – My dear [Italian]

Amica mia/Amico mio – My friend [Italian]

Oh mio dio – oh my goodness [Italian]

Mago Merlino (that's pretty clear XD) [Italian]

Zia – Aunt [Italian]


Chapter 3


Unsurprisingly, Violet had found herself under the annoying weight of Albus Potter and his needs for his best friend at all times during the week. She tried to have a serious conversation with Scorpius, and Albus would always appear and disrupt it, therefore wasting her time and making her blood pressure reach new levels.

She was incredibly glad that she had thought of a plan before she went completely mad. A plan which would begin on Saturday the 5th of May, the day of the first fitting.

Albus was of course clueless, skating by on life with the help of others, and of course not caring about how much he inconvenienced them. Most of his family and friends humoured him only because he could be useful at times. Such as when trying to procure tickets to a Quidditch match, or a scape-goat when the conversation was directed at them. Switching the subject to Albus Potter was always successful, plus seeing Albus squirm was quite a humorous sight.

Friday 4th May 2028

XxX Rose & Violet XxX

"Where are they coming in from?" Rose asked Violet, they were sitting in the Ministry, by the collection of Floo-chimneys, people were rushing through them to go home from work and the two were waiting for Scarlett and Ava.

Violet had asked Rose to meet her two Bridesmaids when they arrived. Luckily they would be in the country up to the wedding, which pleased Violet immensely.

"Ava is coming in from Verona and Scarlett from Rome," Violet replied, she was writing something in her notebook and Rose peered over, seeing various spider diagrams on the page.

"Are they staying until August?" Rose asked, folding her legs, hating being cooped up in the Ministry.

Violet nodded, "Ava has taken a temporary position at the Prophet and Scarlett can bring her work with her."

Rose nodded, "and Scarlett is your cousin?" she asked, "Scarlett Catullus?"

"Yes, Spell-maker extraordinaire, she's my cousin on my father's side," Violet replied.

"What's she like?" Rose asked, trying to find out about this Scarlett, the girl who was Violet's maid of honour and apparently person of brilliance. Somewhere deep in her head she was hoping Scarlett was a heinous witch, just so that Albus wouldn't try and get involved with her.

Violet grinned, "just perfect," she replied, however she did not explain what she meant to Rose, who just frowned.

Rose was about to ask another question when one of the chimneys lit up with a green light and out of it stepped two women:

One was rather tall, dressed head to toe in purple, her blonde hair held up by a clip and a fascinator half concealed her face. Her lips were painted in red lipstick and she walked with a strict and knowing stride. At the sight of Violet she smiled, and strategically hurrying over in her purple heels, gave her a hug and kissed her cheeks. Her large purple trunk still in her hands as she hugged her with one hand.

The other was dressed casually in high-tops, jeans and a plaid shirt. Her black wavy hair hung loosely around her shoulders and she was smiling warmly. She wore red sunglasses on the top of her head and her eyes were framed with bright blue eyeliner.

Rose hid her frown at the revelation, the girl was attractive, and that was attractive to Albus' standards, those being pretty high.

She stood her trunk up and rushed over to Violet also, hugging her tightly. She was a bit lighter in complexion than Violet, but it was clear they were cousins, both sharing the same dark and brooding eyes. However unlike Violets, hers looked a little less menacing.

"Scarlett, Ava, this is Rose," Violet started with a beaming smile.

Rose was smiling now, her hand held out, Ava – in the purple, took her hand first, shaking it strongly.

"I'm Ava, nice to meet you Rose. Weasley is it?" she asked, she had a French accent, unlike the Italian accent that Rose expected, however the question resembled more of a statement.

"Yes, how did you know?" Rose asked back, letting go of the woman's hand and pushing a few of her curls behind her ears.

Ava smiled warmly, "I am a Journalist, and of course your family is very well known."

Rose made a weak smile remembering that fact. She turned to the grinning Scarlett, her hand outstretched but Scarlett did not take the hand.

"Amica mia, don't be silly, I only give hugs and we can't make this whole event be like a business, that's Violet, I bring the fun to the family," Scarlett said with an extremely weak Italian accent, pulling Rose into a hug which she certainly didn't expect.

Violet smirked at the word 'business' and waited for Scarlett to let go of Rose.

"Okay, what are we doing now? Shall we go to a bar?" Scarlett suggested with a smile, running over to her trunk and grabbing hold of it.

"Definitely not," Violet replied, rolling her eyes as if her cousin's suggestion was childish, even though she was only a year younger – the same age as Rose.

Scarlett frowned, "I see you haven't changed at all Violet, we must have a little fun, Ava and I need to get accustomed to the air."

Ava laughed, "she is right, you know?"

"I wouldn't mind at all Violet," Rose said with a nod, smiling.

"Tomorrow, definitely tomorrow, but we have to be up early tomorrow for the fitting, and as I have said, I don't want any problems. Especially considering we have Albus in our party now." Violet replied, and she took a hold of Ava's trunk and strutted over to the Floo-chimney. "Come now, we're going to the Manor."

"Albus Potter?" Ava exclaimed, following Violet with her trunk, and then followed by the down trodden Scarlett and then Rose.

"Yes, you can meet the runt tomorrow Ava," Violet replied, and dropping the powder into the chimney, all four of them stepped in and Floo-ed to the Manor.

Violet handed Ava back her trunk and walked out of the hallway of her child-hood home, where the chimney that was connected to the Floo Network was placed.

"Mother?" Violet looked down at her watch and noted that it was 6:00pm.

She heard footsteps and a head popped around the corner – Parvati Zabini, a grin on her face, "well hello there. Nice of you to visit Violet, and bringing Ava and Scarlett," Parvati smiled and walked over to the girls. "Hello Rose, I see she dragged you along too."

Violet frowned as her mother stopped in front of the girls, still dressed in her work clothes – a white salwar kameez. "I like the lipstick Ava, and Scarlett, the blue looks good on you," Parvati said. "The colours definitely don't say desperation."

The girls gasped and then broke out in laughter, Rose included.

"Beautiful as always Rose," Parvati said, placing a curl behind Rose's ear and nodding to herself, "still bright and happy with love, that's good."

"Mother, can you stop doing your Love Guru stuff, please," Violet asked, a frown on her face.

Parvati rolled her eyes, "don't get so irritated, you'll start sounding like your dad, just go into the Sun Room, I'll be back with some drinks."

Rose grinned and bumped into Violet with her shoulder, "I love your mum, you know?"

Violet groaned, "just shut up, and go inside."

Rose just laughed and was the first to move into the Sun Room, followed by Ava, Scarlett and then Violet.

Violet's father – Blaise, was sitting around the table, reading the Evening Prophet. His mother was also there, reading through a copy of Witch Weekly, looking extremely good for her age. They both looked up when the girls entered and identical grins graced their faces.

Mrs Zabini was the first to get up, rushing over to Ava, Rose and Scarlett, hugging them all rather tightly and then stopping in front of Scarlett and holding her cheeks between her hands.

"Cara Mia, ancora bella, Come stai?" Mrs Zabini said to Scarlett, kissing both her cheeks.

"Sto bene, Zia," Scarlett replied with a smile.

The older woman grinned and then moved onto Ava, kissing both her cheeks as well, "Ava, Ça va?"

"Bien, et vous?" Ava replied.

"I am getting old," Mrs Zabini said with a smile and Ava shook her head.

"Never, you look as young as you did 20 years ago," Ava said with a smile.

Mrs Zabini chuckled lightly and turned to Rose, "Rose, it has been a long time since you came for dinner, are you all here for dinner this evening?"

The girls looked at Violet who shrugged, the shrug received a stern look from her grandmother and she stood up straighter.

Blaise had come up with a smile, his hand held out for Ava and Rose who both shook his hand, however Scarlett jump hugged him, shocking him and making him stagger back.

"Come on Uncle Blaise, you don't shake hands with your favourite Niece," Scarlett said with a grin.

"Is that so?" he replied.

Parvati came in with a platter of drinks, they were bright red and had little umbrellas sticking out of the glasses.

"How exotic of you," Violet said to her mother, taking one of the glasses and sipping it slightly.

"Only the best for my guests," Parvati replied with a laugh, placing the tray down and taking her own drink.

XxX Albus & Scorpius XxX

8:00pm

"Where's Rose?" Albus asked as he flicked through the channels on the television in Rose and Scorpius' apartment.

Scorpius was sitting at a desk in the corner of the room, reading through various files, "at Violet's or her parent's house, they went to pick up Ava and Scarlett."

Albus turned with interest and put the remote down, the channel staying on a cooking show. "Is she hot?" Albus asked offhandedly.

His best friend looked up, confused and then laughed, putting his pen down and folding his arms, "as a matter of fact, I don't know."

Albus breathed out a sigh, "too bad, if you knew, I'd have something to look forward to," he replied.

Scorpius raised an eyebrow and turned back to his files.

"How about this Ava girl?" Albus asked, picking up the remote control and flicking through the channels again.

"Not your type I'd say, what kind of News Reporter would want to have a drink with you?" Scorpius asked with a smirk, "you aren't exactly appealing. Do you even own a shirt?"

Albus laughed statically, "first Scorpius, I don't need a shirt to get a girl into my bed, secondly, a News Reporter desperate for a story would obviously have a drink with me," he said with a wink.

Scorpius groaned, "well Mr Arrogant, we'll see tomorrow, won't we?"

"Yes we will," Albus answered, kicking his feet up onto the coffee table and putting his hands behind his head.

As Scorpius turned back to his files, a loud pop sounded and he looked up to see Rose in the room. She tossed her bag on the edge of a chair next to the desk Scorpius was sat at and sat in it.

"What are you doing here, Al?" she asked.

"Well excuse me," he replied, and went back to watching the television.

"How was it?" Scorpius asked Rose.

She smiled, "it was nice, we went to the Manor and had some drinks, I left before dinner though. I suppose a dinner for two won't exactly work to plan with Mr Scrounger over there."

"I'm not scrounging off of you both," Albus said casually, not turning away from the television.

Rose laughed lightly and lowered her voice, sliding closer to Scorpius, "do you think we could leave him tomorrow?"

Scorpius smiled, "if it were possible, I'd do it in a heartbeat, why? Violet said it was okay."

"Well Violet doesn't know Albus as well as us, and that friend of hers, Ava, well she seems... susceptible to Al's charms because of his name, and you know as well as I that Albus can be irritatingly charming. Then Scarlett, she is absolutely gorgeous, Albus standard gorgeous and Violet will hate us if he breaks one of her bridesmaids."

His lips were pursed as he paused in thought, "I think Vi's got it under control. I wouldn't ever think she would invite Albus if she knew there was the slightest possibility of him getting to her bridesmaids. I think she knows what she is doing, don't worry about it," Scorpius finished, squeezing Rose's fingers and smiling.

She bit her lip and nodded, "and if he gets carried away, I'll just jinx him."

"Good idea," Scorpius said.

Rose smiled, Scorpius leaning in slowly to kiss her when Albus cleared his throat.

They both turned to him, but he was still facing the television. "How about this Scarlett girl, what's she like Rosie?"

"It's Rose," she said irritatingly, she hated the nickname, years of it being used hadn't lessened her hatred for it. "She is far too nice and friendly for you Albus."

Albus made a disgusted sound, "I mean what does she look like Rose? Come on, why would I give a damn about her personality?"

"I hate you so much Potter," Rose replied, "is there ever a day when you can just act like a human being?"

"Of course not," he answered with a laugh, "now answer the question."

Rose sighed heavily and smirked behind Albus' back, "imagine Great-Great-Aunt Muriel, though several years younger of course, mixed with... Umbridge, again several years younger. She has this inquisitive glare, wears strictly pant-suits and has a... monobrow." Rose replied, she turned to Scorpius and he was smirking.

"How disappointing, I was hoping to ruin one of Violet's bridesmaids, too bad for Violet though, she has to live with an ugly cousin. Boy, do I know how that feels," he turned to Rose with a nasty grin on his face and she glowered at him.

"Out," Rose said shrilly, "get out, right now. If you're lucky, maybe I'll allow Scorpius to pick you up tomorrow, maybe, but just get out."

Scorpius gave Albus a sympathetic look, however Albus took it in his stride and stood up with a smile, saluting and turning towards the door. However, he did turn back, remembering that he had no idea where he lived.

Rose turned to Scorpius, her expression saying 'take him home' and shaking her head, went walking towards her room.

XxX

Violet had her arms crossed, waiting patiently by the door for Scarlett, so she could talk to her in private.

Scarlett was the be all and end all of her plan, if she said no, who knew what Albus could end up doing to her wedding. Scarlett finally came out, her glass in her hand and she followed Violet into the library.

"Now what is so important Violet?" she asked, sipping her drink.

"I have a favour to ask of you," Violet started.

Scarlett's eyebrows raised and she nodded.

"This favour is only for the protection of my wedding, okay? I wouldn't ask you if it wasn't important, and I'm sure it won't be too much of a hassle."

"You never ask for favours Violet, and your voice is strange," Scarlett said, eyeing her cousin up.

Violet's voice was considerably squeaky, as if she was scared. Scarlett knew what Violet's voice sounded like when it was stressed, and it was nothing like this. It was stern and her eyes would darken considerably, it could be quite frightening.

"I know, that's how you know this is dire," Violet replied.

Scarlett paused, looking at her cousin again before nodding, "go on."

"Well you see, Scorpius, Alastair's best man, well his best friend is Albus Potter." Violet started slowly, licking her lips slightly. Scarlett nodded so she continued, "he's a bit of a ladies' man, let's say that, and he has this whole thing against love and he says it's idiotic and foolish."

Scarlett raised an eyebrow, "he thinks love is idiotic? He already sounds like a fool, Violet."

Violet nodded with a sigh, "he is hell bent on providing me and everyone else with reasons as to why I and the whole country should not get married, also the fact that he needs Scorpius practically every minute of the day, really messes with my plans." Violet paused again and Scarlett waited, "I just want you to humour him, in the way you do best. I know that if you act like he is of no interest to you, he'll get interested himself, and then you can distract him while I organise my wedding."

"That sounds very strange Violet," Scarlett replied, "not to mention, quite mean."

"No, you see it's not mean at all Scarlett, because it will be completely harmless, you go for a few drinks with him, Alastair and I can take Scorpius to fittings, dinners and et cetera and you would have helped me and stopped him from ruining this whole occasion."

Scarlett frowned, "but still Violet, it wouldn't be very nice, I may be a good actress, but I try to avoid hurting others."

Violet sighed, "you're like magic Scarlett, this is why I need you, you're magic because with a simple smile, anyone would want to be friends with you. That's what I need, just a simple distraction for Albus, you have no obligation, I just, if he asks you out, you be reluctant at first and then when you say yes, you keep it as platonic and you be as distant as possible, just so that he won't get over you, which I think is highly doubtful, since he usually wants to 'score' before he discards his women."

"Excuse me," Scarlett exclaimed, "what on earth is 'score' meant to mean?"

"Scarlett, please," she begged, "honestly, it won't be bad, just do this one thing for me and I'll spend the rest of my life making it up to you."

"I don't know Violet, it doesn't seem right. You're asking me to lie to someone I haven't ever met before, mislead them into thinking I am interested in them, just as a distraction."

Violet swallowed, "okay, that doesn't sound right, okay, what I am trying to say Scarlett is that Albus is charming. I know he will try and charm you, and you don't fall for charm, you like people who are real with you. I know Scarlett that you would treat him exactly the way you would treat any other guy like him, that's all I'm asking. Say no to him, and then when you have had enough of him asking, say yes, but treat him exactly how you would with someone like him. Kind indifference, I'm not asking a lot of you Scarlett, just keep him preoccupied."

Scarlett sighed and rubbed at the back of her neck, she twisted the chain around her neck, biting her lip. "Is he a strong person? He won't be harmed emotionally by this?"

"Yes he is strong, he won't be harmed emotionally," Violet replied quickly.

However Violet was lying, she knew there was a chance that Albus would be harmed emotionally. Not a lot of people knew what happened to Albus in Sixth Year, his family did, Scorpius, Rose and Rose had told Violet because she was Head Girl and it was important that she knew exactly how to deal with Albus. The fact was, Albus had emotional problems. They developed in his First Year and only progressed. Sixth Year was the breaking point, himself and Lorcan Scamander got stuck in the Room of Requirement for 4 days, no escape. Lorcan had forced him to talk to him, because Albus was broken, emotionally. He believed that nobody loved him, that his family didn't care what he did unless he behaved badly. He thought this and that was why he'd always pranked Rose, well until the accident at the end of term that had landed him in the Room of Requirement.

Albus had felt feelings of self-loathing and lack of self-worth for nearly 5 years, they wouldn't just disappear into thin air just because he was fixed now at the age of 22. However, very few knew about the incident in Sixth Year, and even then, very few were perceptive enough to know how fragile Albus really was. To be truthful, the only person who really knew how fragile Albus was, was the person who had got him to speak out in the first place – Lorcan Scamander.

His fragility was still based on love and self-worth. He could easily turn in on himself if he was hurt enough. Or hurt by the right person. However Albus hid his fragility, he stopped himself from becoming associated with others – the real reason for his love boycott. He convinced himself and tried to convince those around him that love was for chumps and he could live without it.

Violet didn't know that. She didn't look that deep when it came to Albus. She didn't understand how and why he was so twisted in his ways. Like no one knew that the only reason Albus couldn't pass his Apparition license was because he was scared. Scared that people would forget him if he could get around on his own. That Scorpius would get lost in his own little world with Rose and leave him behind.

The nightmares, well people say that if you say something enough times it comes true. Albus didn't want that, but his family, friends, they'd always bring it up. Ask 'when will you fall in love Al?', 'are you sure you aren't really in love?' and on and on. He was scared, because love meant opening yourself up to another person, and that made him susceptible to pain and heartbreak.

Though Violet, at that moment in time felt her wedding was of more priority, not considering or thinking whether the present Albus was better than a broken Albus.

"Trust me, the guy hates love, he wouldn't even make himself open in that light. Please, this is the most important day of my life, and I don't want Albus Potter to ruin it," Violet pleaded again.

Scarlett was frowning, she twisted the waves in her hair before sighing and nodding. "I will, even though it sounds like this will be utterly revolting, this Albus Potter sounds downright disgusting. Though maybe I could try out a couple of spells on him."

"See, now you can make use of the Prat," Violet said with a smile.

Scarlett paused again, fully evaluating what Violet was asking her to do and then she finally nodded to herself. "I may suffer for this, but I wouldn't want your wedding ruined. Is there anything I should know about this Albus Potter?" she asked.

Violet held back a chuckle, "well he's a prat, thinks himself a ladies' man, completely dependent on Scorpius and his family, and he doesn't have an Apparition License."

"Why not?"

"He hasn't passed yet." Violet replied easily.

"And how old is he exactly?" Scarlett asked, her eyebrow raised.

Violet smirked, "the same age as you, oh yes and he doesn't know where he lives, Scorpius takes him home and picks him up."

Scarlett gaped and thinking momentarily shook her head and started to walk back to the dining area, "Oh mio dio, Merlino" she murmered and Violet laughed at the exclamation.

The Next Day

"Are you ready Scarlett?" Violet called from the living area of her flat. Ava was next to her, fully dressed in a frilly purple top, dark jeans and high heels. Her hair was tied high and she had her jacket splayed across her lap while she applied her red lipstick.

"Yes," Scarlett called back, you could hear the sigh in her voice. She walked out seconds later, her arms folded, "I'm still not sure about this," Scarlett stated and straightened the hem of her dark blue dress and slightly pulled up her tights.

"Sure about what?" Ava asked, finishing painting on her lipstick and turning to Scarlett.

Scarlett gave Violet a look and she sighed in reply. "Just come on, put your shoes on and get your coat."

Scarlett frowned and grabbed her flat shoes, pulling them on and putting on her black coat. When she looked up, Violet was right behind her, pulling at her hair and tying it into a ponytail.

"Now what are you doing? Scarlett said annoyed.

"Helping you out, Merlin, Scarlett, stop being so dramatic, just act normally, you are normally very easy going, you know?"

Scarlett pouted and allowed her cousin to finish tying her hair. When she was done, Scarlett twisted it in her hand and sighed. "I hate ponytails."

"You'll survive, Alastair," Violet said, and Alastair popped his head out of the bedroom door. "Are you ready?" she asked.

"One second," he replied. He turned back into the room and he shuffled around a bit before coming back with his coat on and a small box in his hand.

"What's that?" Ava asked, intrigued as she stood up and adjusted the pins in her hair.

Alastair smiled, "nothing much, just something for the bride."

Violet brightened, "oh really, and the occasion?"

"For you to lighten up, it's going to be fine," he replied and handed her the box.

She opened it and immediately began laughing, "thanks," she said between laughs.

"What is it?" Scarlett asked, and peered inside the box.

On a bed of moss was a single Violet flower, making it probably the worst and best present Violet had ever received.

Without another word, Violet held out her arm for them all to take, still laughing slightly as they all took her hand and spun off as they Disapparated from the flat.

XxX Rose & Scorpius XxX

"Are you going to be civil to Albus today?" Scorpius asked as he tied his shoe lace, looking over at Rose as she drank her tea.

"Maybe for the first 5 minutes, after that I may just hex him, it depends." She replied.

Scorpius grinned, "just like old times?"

Rose nodded from behind her cup and drank the remainder of the beverage, "I suppose you should pick up the Git, right now?"

"You're not going to come with me?" he asked, a smile on his face.

"No chance, that place reminds me of the Room of Requirement, however less charred," she said, getting up and placing her cup in the sink. "Plus, I want to get Violet prepared for a day full of Albus."

"Perfect day for Liquid Luck, right?" Scorpius said with a grin.

Rose nodded and smiled, "my thoughts exactly."

Scorpius got up and put his coat on, "see you in a bit then," he said, nearing Rose.

"Yes," she replied with a smile and kissed him softly, she let go and looked at her boyfriend seriously, "and if he tries to convince you to buy him some sort of pie or pastry, say no. Because I just know that he will drop it all over the clothes and that will make Violet murderous."

Scorpius nodded, "yes ma'am, anything else?" he asked.

Rose thought momentarily and then shook her head, "no that's it," she replied with a smile, kissing his lips one last time before he Disapparated.

XxX Albus XxX

Albus didn't mind too much about getting booted out of Scorpius and Rose's flat by Rose. It was pretty much a weekly occurrence, and he knew Rose only booted him out because she could. She couldn't when they were with their family and she couldn't at school.

Going to a Bridal Fitting was the last thing Albus would have ever wanted to do, however he believed it was much better than lazing around doing nothing, considering Scorpius wouldn't be with him to keep him company.

The only reason he had got out of his bed on time and gotten dressed was because he couldn't stand to hear complaints from Violet. His head already hurt, it was the nightmare again. Always with the nightmare. He swore that it was Molly casting a spell on him, just to piss him off.

He heard Scorpius' pop just before he came out of his bedroom, Scorpius sat on the edge of the table, his hands in his pockets.

"It's nice to know you tried," Scorpius started, looking at Albus' attempt at combing his hair out, "I think Violet will appreciate that."

"I would have appreciated it if she had actually got some worthwhile bridesmaids," Albus replied in a huff, waiting to take Scorpius' arm.

Scorpius chuckled, "that's not fair, you haven't even met the girls," he stated.

"Well, the way Rose described that Scarlett, would I really want to?" He replied and Scorpius laughed. He took Albus' arm and they Apparated into the alley of the Fitters.

XxX Rose XxX

Rose Disapparated from the flat not long after Scorpius. Apparating just next to the Bridal Fitters. As she walked around to the front of the large shop, Violet, Scarlett, Ava and Alastair were there. Talking between themselves.

"Hello," Scarlett said as she spotted Rose, a huge smile on her face. "you missed out on a lovely dinner Rose."

"That's a shame," Rose replied, an equally huge smile on her face."Now what's the itinerary for today, Violet?"

Violet turned from speaking to Ava and smiled, "measurements, choosing a suitable colour scheme and then a late lunch."

Rose nodded, "anything I should know?" Rose asked quite innocently, not exactly reading Scarlett or Violet's composure, never having had the ability to read people very well.

"No," Violet replied sharply, "nothing at all."

Rose was quite surprised at Violet's reaction, and she caught a quick glance from Scarlett, who looked slightly irritated.

The familiar sound of Apparition came from the alley way and Scorpius and Albus walked out. They were welcomed by a chorus of 'Hi's and Violet stepped forward.

"I'd like you to meet my bridesmaid, Ava," she started with a smile. Ava stepped forward, a smile on her red lips as she held out a hand for Scorpius to shake and she eyed Albus with intrigue.

Albus had a small smirk on his face as he shook Ava's hand. He didn't think she was bad looking, though she was around the same height of him, most likely because of her shoes.

"Morning," she said to them both.

"Morning," Albus replied back and Scorpius laughed.

"It's nice to meet you Ava," Scorpius said.

"Likewise," Ava replied, moving away.

"And this is my maid of honour and dear cousin of mine, Scarlett," Violet stated.

Scarlett stepped forward, a sigh stuck in her throat. She had avoided looking at both Scorpius and Albus when they had arrived. She finally looked up, putting her concentration on the blonde as she smiled.

"Hi," she said, feigning enthusiasm. She looked quickly over at Violet who was instructing her with her eyes.

Scorpius held his hand out and she looked at it, and realising she was being foolish she looked up and shook her head. "I only give hugs," she said, hugging Scorpius tightly and ignoring his surprise.

While Scarlett was avoiding looking at Albus, he sure wasn't avoiding looking at her. His mouth was slightly ajar, his eyes roaming over her face, the angle of her jaw, her cheekbones, her smiling lips and her beautiful dark eyes. As she hugged Scorpius, he saw the long line of her neck, her ponytail of dark waves allowing him to see it.

He found her voice just as lovely, her slight accent sounding so clear and perfect.

When Scarlett finally forced herself to look at Albus, to look at the person she had been asked to lead on, she slightly jumped back. It was the eyes that caught her. The green eyes, which the sun hit and turned into pools of molten emerald. The perfect contrast between his dark hair and his bright eyes, making her swallow unconsciously.

And then she didn't like Violet's idea at all.

Unconsciously she went to hug him, like she did with everyone she met, but before she realised what she was doing, she was frozen in an embrace. She heard Violet's throat clear and she quickly snapped back, her hand out and she was swallowing again.

Albus was just as frozen, his eyes a mixture of surprise and fascination. Her smell that had appeared just as she had gone in for a hug disappeared quickly. It reminded him of Butterbeer and Treacle Tart, just so sweet.

He took her hand, and she shook it. It was strange, she shook his hand like she didn't know how.

Her fingers were soft between his own, he didn't notice that they were shaking slightly and when Scarlett let go, she quickly stepped back.

"Are you okay?" Albus heard whispered to him by Scorpius, he nodded dumbly.

Ava asked the same and received the same reaction from Scarlett.

Violet was suspicious of the encounter Scarlett and Albus shared, so she cleared her throat to grab the attention, "we can go in," she said quickly. Making sure to stand between Scarlett and Albus, pinching Scarlett in the arm for not following the plan.

"Violet," she said angrily, aiming her elbow at her cousin, "that hurt."

"Stick to the plan Scarlett, you make it seem like you actually find him attractive."

Scarlett made an angry sigh and walked into the shop, her arms crossed and looking as far away from Violet and Albus as she could.

Albus would never have admitted it to anyone, including Scorpius, but he thought Scarlett was probably the most beautiful girl he'd ever seen.


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