Chapter 9 – The Elixir of memoirs Disclaimer – I owe nothing except Roseanna and the plot. Everything else belongs to JK Rowling
Firstly – I made a mistake about the age gap between Roseanna and the other Hogwarts crew. There are 3 years between them not 2.
Secondly – many thanks to my first reviewers Tahlia Malfoy and canihavea -soda, I truly appreciate and value your comments. I love writing and I'm glad you are enjoying the story so far. I'm sorry about the paragraphing; it's just because I wrote the story on word and then when you load it, the paragraphs etc get all crushed together. Further apologies, author will make amends to this!
On with the story! Always Fairdeviln1!
"The Elixir of memoirs is indeed a very intricate and multifarious potion to brew," stated Lucius' young assistant, "What personally attracts me into creating this potion is that, the elements and ingredients themselves aren't somewhat complicated, it is the personal memory or memoir added by the specific witch or wizard. The elixir then enables them to revisit their memoir time and time again allowing he or she to relive the events and perhaps altering them, however this can be extremely treacherous therefore; the memoir has to be treated with caution"
Once again Roseanna had successfully astounded Lucius Malfoy, he had never in his entire working life come across a witch whom was so intellectual, as well as passionate about her talent. Throughout her presentation, Malfoy assessed her mentally; she was clear and succinct and addressed the subject expertly. Once her presentation ended, she assembled herself opposite her employer. Lucius observed her apprehension and inquisitiveness, clearly etched over her gorgeous features, after a couple of excruciating moments he began to speak.
"I can honestly declare Miss Graywood" purposely speaking in a slow and stern voice, (in order to tease and worry Roseanna further) "That was the most excellent and thoroughly delved into account I've ever heard!"
Roseanna beamed and laughed out loud, "Thank you Lucius, I mean Mr Malfoy, I actually enjoyed the analysis of this potion and I could relate to it personally"
Lucius returned the smile, 'Gods she's so delicious when she smiles and she called me Lucius! What is she doing to me?' "What do you mean when you can relate to it personally Roseanna?" he inquired questioningly
Roseanna inwardly tingled with delight 'God, its like he drowned my name in honey... Rosie for crying out loud get a grip you horny virgin!" leaving this image, she spoke rather snappishly "Well it's a personal memoir isn't it? To put it frankly Mr Malfoy it has nothing to do with you!"
Lucius has appeared to touch a nerve and clearly Roseanna didn't like it.
"What memory is this Miss Graywood" again probing further in his silky tone "Nothing that YOU should be concerned about Mr Malfoy!" declared Roseanna warningly
"I believe a proposition is in order. If you share your memoir with me Roseanna, it will not be just be confidential but you will be given information that you have insistently solicited for a lengthy amount of time" said Malfoy persuasively
"Why do you want to know Mr Malfoy?" she answered defensively
'Yes Lucius why do you want to know? Is it that you want lure her into your maze of deceit and trickery and then fuck her? Or do you actually care? Blast! It's both isn't it? Coward!" "For starters it was originally MY potion and secondly, why would a young witch like yourself would actually use this elixir, like you correctly stated Roseanna, the memoir has to be poignant and intricate otherwise the draught wouldn't work" he concluded smugly
Roseanna reluctantly agreed with Malfoy, she realised that quarrelling was no good because in the end, arguments just humoured him, as well as making her look like an idiot. Nevertheless, she despised his bribing and scheming intelligence but at the same time, she wasn't in the least bit surprised because; after all he was a businessman
After her decision making, Roseanna agreed to comply with Malfoy's suggestion. However she wasn't naïve, so she ordered Malfoy to come clean with his secrets first.
Malfoy was again surprised at his clever assistant, it was evident that his strong influence was creating a potential and conniving businesswomen. "If I have to be totally honest Roseanna, the invisibility potion will be coming in very handy for us in the very near future"
Roseanna's navy eyes widened in panic "Excuse me? I wasn't aware that I was participating in your death eater plans!" obviously the young girl was shocked by the cool but effective words spoken from Lucius Malfoy.
Malfoy could feel his temper flaring; "Could you not jump to conclusions Roseanna?" he was aggravated by her constant stubbornness, which was beginning to give him a headache.
"Forgive me Lucius, but you are being rather vague. Just spit it out!" Roseanna exclaimed
"Fine!" replied Lucius, feeling very drained and defeated "There is an object that Lord Voldemort seeks, within his possession it will enable him to strengthen his power tenfold"
"Where is this object?" Rose could visibly see that Malfoy was losing patience with her; still she found it quite comical
"Gringotts" Lucius responded exhaustively
"Oh so we have to go there and use the invisibility draft to retrieve the object" Rose finalised "Good plan!" she gazed at Lucius and smiled.
Lucius groaned inwardly 'She is really asking for a good fuck, stop smiling for both our sakes"
"Now ... Elixir of Memoirs.... Do tell?" inquired Lucius in a staccato form
Roseanna took one deep breath and confessed everything, of how she ran away from her pureblood family to escape an arranged marriage, and how this led to leading a life in the muggle world, how she found friends and love that torn her heart to pieces.
Lucius listened to Roseanna in a very co – operative manner, he appeared concerned and very tentative. Instinctively, he sneered at any potential love interest i.e. ex boyfriend Speed, he loathed the mud blood for just associating with Roseanna and despised the scum further for actually cheating on her. Lucius growled when Speed was mentioned 'I might have to pay this man-whore a visit; Roseanna is mine, God why am I being so possessive? Because she is your assistant... therefore she is yours!"
"Why do you insist on keeping this memoir if it pains you so Miss Graywood" Lucius asked soothingly
"It comforts me" she respond simply, "In many respects it's the best thing that ever happened to me, Speed was the only one that loved me"
It was this moment where Lucius desired to kiss her fervently, touch her, caress her, and wipe out every memory of that bastard. On the other hand, he was getting increasingly riled by the minute ... because of her presence. Was it the fact that she didn't melt like jelly in his presence like other women? In fact she was completely opposite, tough, emancipated and intimidating.
They sat in comfortable stillness, after a while Lucius arose from his seat and announced, "What goes round, comes round eventually. Ill makes sure of that Roseanna" intently gazing at her, making sure she understood his implications
"Thank you again Lucius, I'll see you tomorrow then?" Roseanna was only beginning to aware it was late at night
"One more thing Roseanna! What is a 'feral feline?" arching his eyebrows seductively
"You'll see Mr Malfoy. Good night" Roseanna purposely lingered over his tall form, leaving him utterly perplexed and frustrated, consequently after her leave, he took a long and very cold shower.